WTI

Road Ecology Completed Projects

• Animal-Vehicle Crash Mitigation Using Advanced Technology - Phase II - UTC

  To adapt and evaluate the animal detection system currently in place along US 191 in Yellowstone National Park, Montana. In phase II of this project the blind spots of the system will be addressed and certain components of the system will be repaired or replaced. Once these modifications and repairs have been completed, the effectiveness of the system in reducing vehicle speed and reducing animal-vehicle collisions will be evaluated.

• A Cohesive Multi-Partner Road Ecology Program - UTC

  To develop, integrate, cultivate and promote research, outreach and education opportunities for the Road Ecology Program’s growth and development within WTI’s strategic plan.

• Mitigating Wildlife Mortality and Habitat Fragmentation Due to Transportation Infrastructure

  WTI is hiring Dr. Tony Clevenger, wildlife ecologist and research scientist leading the evaluation of wildlife mitigation in Banff National Park. The goal of hiring Dr. Clevenger is to bring years of experience in the wildlife-transportation field and an outstanding reputation for his research and publishing record to the WTI.

• Developing a Regional Ecosystem Framework for Terrestrial and Aquatic Resources along the I-70 Corridor, Colorado

  The objective of this project is to assist the Center for Native Ecosystems (CNE) with developing a wildlife mortality and habitat connectivity monitoring and evaluation program, and developing a mitigation plan for the I-70 Corridor in Colorado from Evergreen to Glenwood Springs in portions of the Clear creek, Blue River and Gore Creek Watersheds.

• Steven's Pass Wildlife Dispersal Habitat Modeling

  Develop a model that can be used to address the potential effects of the proposed land-change projects in the Steven’s Pass region on habitat connectivity for select focal wildlife species.