Strategies to Increase Driver Safety and Connect Habitat for Elk and Other Wildlife Along Corridor Q in Southwest Virginia
| 项目名称： | Strategies to Increase Driver Safety and Connect Habitat for Elk and Other Wildlife Along Corridor Q in Southwest Virginia |
| 摘要： | Construction is underway along a 14.2-mile section of highway in Buchanan County, designated as U.S. Route 460, or Corridor Q. A population of approximately 100 reintroduced elk inhabit the area along Corridor Q. The large size of elk and the abundance of high-quality habitat present challenges with regard to driver safety when the road opens to traffic. The purpose of this study is to determine the most effective means of reducing risk to driver safety and maintaining habitat connectivity along Corridor Q. The research team will develop and apply a criteria-based prioritization method to identify locations recommended for wildlife crossings and animal detection driver warning systems. The final report will include information on the specific sizes and features of wildlife crossings recommended for the prioritized locations and the recommended locations for animal detection systems. Because implementation of these measures will depend on funding availability, the study will also include determining funding options and relevant programmatic eligibilities. |
| 状态： | Active |
| 资金： | 41050 |
| 资助组织： | Virginia Transportation Research Council |
| 执行机构： | Virginia Transportation Research Council |
| 主要研究人员： | Donaldson, Bridget |
| 开始时间： | 20220428 |
| 预计完成日期： | 20230228 |
| 主题领域： | Environment；Highways；Safety and Human Factors |
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