Animals that enter a roadway increase the risk of motorist injuries, fatalities and property damage – especially when the animal is large like a deer.
To better understand where vehicles are most likely to encounter animals in the roadway as well as effective solutions for reducing the likelihood and severity of crashes, the Illinois Department of Transportation conducted a research study that identified key contributing factors and offered recommendations to mitigate the risks.
Read the research brief: Understanding Wildlife-Vehicle Collisions in Illinois, June 2025
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