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Colorado highway project cuts wildlife collisions by 91%
Original: CDOT I-25 South Gap projects reduce wildlife collisions by 91%
Colorado Department of Transportation reports that its I-25 South Gap improvement projects, between Colorado Springs and the Monument Hill area, have cut wildlife-vehicle collisions by 91%. The projects included fencing and wildlife crossings to keep animals off the highway. The figure highlights the effectiveness of such infrastructure for both driver safety and wildlife protection.
Why now: The dramatic 91% reduction in wildlife collisions is a striking safety and conservation result that draws regional attention.
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Evidence
- CDOT I-25 South Gap projects reduce wildlife collisions by 91% · Colorado Springs Gazette
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