​Bruce County roadway line-painting ongoing until mid-June

The Bruce County line-painting contractor will be conducting operations on county roads from now until mid-June.

Drivers are to obey all signage and warning signs to keep their vehicles clean and clear of all roadway paint. The county assumes no responsibility for paint damage claims from motorists who cross wet paint lines.

When does line-painting occur?

Line-painting may be completed on county roads in the mid-day, evening, or night-time hours when weather and conditions are appropriate.

Why don’t line-painters just paint at night?

The difficulty with painting at night arises when the temperature between the air and the road surface changes at different rates. Condensation can occur on the roadway, making for poor conditions for paint to adhere to the roadway.

How long does it take for line-paint to dry?

Dependent upon conditions, line-paint can remain wet for up to 15 minutes.

Paint operations are causing traffic back-ups; can we pass the warning trucks?

The intent of the warning trucks behind the line-painter is to provide enough space in between to allow for paint to dry. If you cross the centreline to pass line-painting operations, chances are that your vehicle will end up with paint on it. Please be patient and follow the direction of the notification signage.

If I cannot remove paint from my vehicle, is the municipality responsible?

Bruce County assumes no liability for paint damage to vehicles that have crossed wet paint lines or disobeyed the warning signs and warning vehicles.

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