Large animals such as deer that make it onto the roadway can cause severe injuries, fatalities and property damage when they’re struck by a vehicle.
To identify the factors that can lead to wildlife-vehicle crashes and strategies that can reduce the risks to drivers and animals, the Tennessee Department of Transportation conducted a research study that identified high-risk locations across the state and recommendations to raise awareness and mitigate the potential for crashes.
Read the research brief: Countermeasures for High-Risk Locations for Wildlife Related Crashes in Tennessee, July 2025
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