Colorado Wildlife Overpass Reduces Vehicle Collisions by 91%

• The wildlife overpass, built by the Colorado Department of Transportation, spans Interstate 25 between Denver and Colorado Springs.
• Since its completion, the overpass has been used by various animals including elk, bears, pronghorn, and northern leopard frogs.
• The overpass connects 39,000 acres of habitat, providing a safer route for animals to cross the busy interstate.
• The reduction in vehicle-animal collisions is attributed to the use of the overpass by wildlife.
• The overpass has been operational since its completion, with ongoing monitoring by Colorado officials.