Crossing the road is often not easy or environmentally safe for human life. U.S. 85 is both a corridor and a barrier. This barrier needs to be permeable. Its intersections with non-motorized movement must be compatible with the needs of both wildlife and recreational users. Analysis of the landscape is required to identify key points where crossings could occur.
Many factors influencing wildlife behavior require analysis.
Analysis of people behavior is needed too. What works for big game, elk, and deer, may not work for amphibians, mice, or even people. With study, ways to funnel all users toward designed and intended crossings can be found. Monitoring of how things work is essential. Challenges of this planning project offer opportunities for innovation in design and collaboration among its many partners.