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North America's largest wildlife overpass cuts I-25 collisions 91%
Original: North America’s largest wildlife overpass is working. I-25 collisions near Castle Rock are down 91%.
Colorado's wildlife overpass spanning Interstate 25 near Castle Rock, the largest in North America, has reduced vehicle collisions in the area by 91 percent since opening. The structure lets animals such as deer and elk cross the highway safely while fenced guidance funnels them to the crossing. Officials and wildlife advocates point to the results as evidence that such infrastructure protects both drivers and animals.
Why now: The release of striking safety statistics demonstrates the success of a major conservation infrastructure project.
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- North America’s largest wildlife overpass is working. I-25 collisions near Castle Rock are down 91%. · The Colorado Sun
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