Gravel Roads

slow down

- it will take longer to stop than on a paved road

- it's easier to skid when turning

Drive-Ride

dust
if you can't see another vehicle in front of you

- put more space between you and the other vehicle

- allow for unexpected changes in other vehicle speed or direction

loose gravel
often builds up on sides of rural roads

- if tire enters loose gravel, steering control may be at risk

- loose gravel can pull you off the road if speed is too fast for conditions

source: Iowa DOT - Rural road crashes - they're preventable