Mountain View County - County Roads and Infrastructure

Operational Services Department

Operational Services maintains the County Road System. The department is responsible for grading, gravelling, snow removal, application of sand & salt, dust control, drainage,  tree & brush control, signage and County gravel pits.

The department maintains a large fleet of graders, gravel trucks, loaders, sweepers, water trucks; over 140 pieces of equipment housed in six shops located throughout the County.

• Issuance of Seasonal Road Bans (March 12th to June 5th annually), Bridge Restrictions and Road Use Agreements
• Issuance of ongoing and temporary Road Bans
• The Annual Dust Program available to county residents as per Policy #4015. 
• The sale and loading of gravel screenings to county residents as per Policy #4025

Operational Services Quadrants: See map here

How We Keep You Moving at Mountain View County – Video Series

Mountain View County is committed to keeping residents informed about the work that goes into maintaining and improving our road network and transportation infrastructure.

"On the Road: How We Keep You Moving at Mountain View County" is an educational video series showcasing the services, programs, and infrastructure work delivered by our Agricultural Services and Operational Services teams. The series highlights activities such as road maintenance, dust suppression, roadside vegetation control, bridge and culvert replacement, snow removal, and more.

Click on any of the video thumbnails below to watch and learn more about how these services help keep people, goods, and communities moving safely and efficiently across Mountain View County.

Available Videos - click a thumbnail below to watch each video on our YouTube channel

ROADSIDE MOWING - Safer, Cleaner Roads

During the growing season, tall grass and weeds along roadsides can reduce visibility, attract wildlife, and create safety concerns for drivers. 

Mountain View County’s Roadside Mowing Program helps maintain clear sightlines at intersections and along roadways while improving overall roadside safety and appearance. Regular mowing also helps control weeds and reduce fire hazards throughout the County. 

This ongoing maintenance work is another way Mountain View County helps keep roads safe, functional, and well-maintained for everyone who travels them.

ROADSIDE SPRAYING - Protecting Roads and Farmland

Invasive weeds and overgrown vegetation can create challenges along rural roadways, impacting visibility, drainage, and nearby agricultural land. 

Mountain View County’s Roadside Spraying Program uses targeted herbicide application to help control noxious weeds and maintain safe, functional road rights-of-way. This work helps protect farmland, preserve infrastructure, and improve visibility for drivers while minimizing environmental impact. 

Roadside spraying is an important part of maintaining healthy roadsides and supporting the County’s agricultural community.

RE-GRAVELING - Restoring Gravel Roads

Gravel roads are an essential part of Mountain View County’s rural transportation network, connecting homes, farms, and businesses throughout the region. 

But over time, traffic and weather wear down the driving surface. Mountain View County’s annual Re-Gravel Program targets approximately 488 kilometres of gravel roads each year, restoring road thickness, improving traction, and enhancing drainage. Crews place and shape fresh gravel to create a safer, smoother, and more reliable driving surface. 

Regular re-graveling helps extend road life, reduce vehicle wear, and maintain safe travel conditions across the County’s extensive rural road network.

GRAVEL ROAD MAINTENANCE

Gravel roads are the backbone of Mountain View County’s rural transportation network, connecting homes, farms, and businesses across the region. Over time, traffic, weather, and erosion can cause gravel to shift, leading to narrower road surfaces, potholes, ruts, and drainage issues. 

Mountain View County’s Gravel Road Maintenance Program includes shoulder pulls and surface grading to restore road shape, improve drainage, and create a smoother driving surface. Crews reclaim gravel that has moved into ditches, reshape road crowns, and redistribute material to fill low spots and reduce wear.

These proactive maintenance activities help extend road life, improve driving conditions, protect the road base, and reduce the need for more costly repairs in the future.

DUST SUPPRESSION - Coming Soon!

Gravel roads are an important part of Mountain View County’s rural transportation network, but during dry summer months, dust can reduce visibility, impact driving comfort, and create nuisance conditions for nearby residents.

Mountain View County’s Dust Suppression Program applies calcium chloride to approved gravel road sections to reduce dust and help maintain a smoother road surface. This cost-shared convenience service is available to residents and businesses who wish to improve travel conditions along their section of roadway.

In addition to reducing airborne dust, dust suppression helps preserve the gravel surface, reduce vehicle wear, and keep nearby properties cleaner throughout the summer season.

CHIP SEAL SURFACE - Extending Road Life

Mountain View County maintains approximately 800 kilometres of chip seal roads across the region. 

To protect these roads and extend their lifespan, the County annually re-chips selected roadways as part of a long-term maintenance strategy. The chip seal process applies a fresh layer of sealing oil and gravel chips to protect the underlying road base from weather, traffic, and deterioration. This proactive maintenance approach improves road performance, enhances safety, and helps avoid the significantly higher cost of full reconstruction. 

Chip sealing is one of the many ways Mountain View County strategically invests in reliable infrastructure while maximizing value for taxpayers.

BASE STABLIZATION - Strengthening from the Ground Up

Hard-surfaced roads are built to last, but Alberta’s harsh weather and heavy traffic can cause cracking and structural damage over time. 

Mountain View County’s Base Stabilization Program, often called “Rip and Chip” , is a proactive, cost-effective way to extend the life of chip-sealed roads before full reconstruction becomes necessary. This two-year process repairs and stabilizes the road base, allowing crews to restore the surface and improve drivability while maximizing taxpayer value. 

Mountain View County maintains approximately 800 kilometres of chip seal roads and strategically invests in long-term maintenance programs to keep roads safe, reliable, and durable for years to come.

BRIDGE REPLACEMENT - Removing Risks, Rebuilding Safety

Bridges are critical links in Mountain View County’s transportation network, connecting residents, farms, businesses, and emergency services across the region. Over time, aging infrastructure, weather, and heavy loads can impact a bridge’s condition and capacity. 

When replacement becomes necessary, Mountain View County carefully plans and coordinates bridge construction projects to improve safety, reliability, and long-term performance. From removing aging structures to installing modern crossings designed to meet current standards, these projects help ensure safe travel for generations to come. 

Bridge replacement is a major investment in the County’s future, strengthening infrastructure while supporting economic activity and everyday travel across rural communities.

CULVERT REPLACEMENT - Preventing Floods and Protecting Roads

Culverts play an important role in Mountain View County’s road system by allowing water to flow safely beneath roads and approaches. Over time, culverts can deteriorate, become blocked, or lose their ability to handle water effectively. 

Mountain View County regularly replaces aging or damaged culverts to maintain proper drainage, protect road infrastructure, and reduce the risk of washouts or flooding. These projects help preserve road stability and ensure reliable travel for residents, farms, and businesses. 

By investing in proactive infrastructure maintenance, the County helps protect roads, improve safety, and extend the lifespan of the transportation network.

LONG PATCHING - Protecting your Investment

Roads naturally deteriorate over time due to traffic, weather, and seasonal conditions. To help extend the lifespan of paved and chip-sealed roads, Mountain View County uses strategic maintenance techniques like long patching. 

Unlike smaller spot repairs, long patching addresses larger sections of failing roadway by applying asphalt over damaged areas to restore structural integrity and improve driving conditions. 

This cost-effective maintenance method helps preserve roads, improve safety, and delay the need for more extensive reconstruction projects in the future.

LINE PAINTING - Keeping Roads Clear and Safe

Clear road markings are an essential part of road safety. Over time, Alberta’s weather and heavy traffic cause painted lines to fade, reducing visibility for drivers. 

Each season, Mountain View County crews repaint centre lines, edge lines, and other important road markings on paved roads throughout the County using durable reflective paint. 

These markings help guide traffic, improve visibility in poor weather and nighttime conditions, and clearly define lanes, shoulders, and intersections, making roads safer and easier to navigate for everyone.

BRUSHING - Clearing the Way

Trees, shrubs, and overgrown vegetation along roadsides can reduce visibility, create driving hazards, and interfere with road maintenance operations. 

Mountain View County’s brushing crews work to clear roadside vegetation and maintain safe sightlines for drivers. Brushing also creates space for snow storage during winter operations and helps protect road shoulders, ditches, and drainage systems from damage. 

This proactive maintenance work improves safety, supports efficient road operations, and helps preserve County infrastructure.

SNOWPLOWING - Clearing the Way

Alberta winters can arrive quickly, bringing heavy snow and dangerous driving conditions. Mountain View County’s snowplowing crews are on call throughout the winter season to help keep roads safe and accessible. 

Road clearing follows a priority system, with collector roads and key routes serviced first to help maintain access for emergency services, school transportation, businesses, and residents. Crews work around the clock during winter storms to restore safe travel conditions as efficiently as possible. 

Snowplowing is about more than clearing snow - it’s about keeping communities connected throughout the winter months.