‘Fog sealing’ on schedule


July 16, 2010 · Updated 4:28 PM 

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The last phase of this year’s chip sealing program, or “fog sealing,” on Lopez and San Juan roads, should be completed by the end of this week.

“Fog sealing” is a last application of sealant after the initial layers of rock and sealant are laid down and allowed to cure. The final layer provides a smoother surface, makes road striping stand out more and reduces the problem of loose rock being kicked up by automobiles.

When it is first applied, the material stays sticky for about 12 hours and the effect is felt more acutely by cyclists.

Since Lopez is so popular a place to cycle in the summer months, extra caution is recommended.

The areas where the road work is being done are heavily signed and flaggers and other workers in bright orange vests are helping with traffic control. A map showing the where and when fog sealing will take place is kept current on the County web site at: sanjuanco.com/docs/hottopics/PW/118_2010ChipSeal.pdf (a link is also on the county’s home page: http://sanjuanco.com).

The final day of the sealing project is scheduled for completion this Thursday.

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