10/18 Game and Fish and ADOT are preparing for the launch of the Northern Arizona Wildlife Connectivity Project, set to break ground next year. The project’s first phase will involve constructing the first of 3-wildlife crossings that will help reduce animals being struck by vehicles. Officials say each year, an estimated 200-elk and deer are killed in vehicle collisions along I-17 and I-40 near Flagstaff. The first 2-crossings are located on I-17; one is near Willard Springs and the second is just north of Kachina Village. The 3-rd crossing is on I-40 and will be located just west of Parks. Coconino and Kaibab national forests are also partners on the projects.
