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These structures are crossing deterrents to discourage animals from entering an area deemed necessary to be ‘animal free’ to mitigate conflicts with travelling motorists. These mats incorporate a mild electric shock when a hooved animal attempts to enter the crossing.

The Electric Wildlife Deterrent Mat or EWDM units (plastic and fiberglass composite material or concrete) are embedded directly in the pavement across a road. Electric mats serve as an alternative to cattle guards and other non-electric crossing structures to manage ungulate movements.

The information gathered and analyzed from this project may result in a better understanding of how existing roadways may be utilized as wildlife barrier structures. In addition, gaining a better understanding of how “funnel” fencing can be used on existing and future projects. The result will be a roadway system that is safer for motorists and wildlife.

East of Thompson River - East

UPN: 4039    Project Number: STPP 6-1(126)56    Project Name: East of Thompson River – East

Work Plan
Updated Report

Toston Structure

UPN: 7668    Project Number: NHIP-NHPBIP 8-4(66)86    Project Name: Toston Structures

Work Plan
Updated Report

For more information, contact MDT Research Section.