The Kemmerer South wildlife crossing project in Wyoming is set to finish a year ahead of schedule. The $30 million project on US Highway 189 will be complete by October 31, 2027.

The project includes one wildlife overpass, seven underpasses and 63 miles of wildlife fencing. It is designed to cut wildlife-vehicle collisions by 80 to 90 per cent along the migration corridor.

The area is a key migration route for mule deer. Pronghorn also pass through on their 930-mile migration, one of the longest land migrations in the world. Officials report 60 to 80 deer collisions a year on the highway.

A $24.3 million federal grant is funding most of the project. The Wyoming Department of Transportation said construction is progressing well. The early finish will help wildlife use the crossings sooner.

Wildlife crossings are becoming a proven safety solution across the United States. Studies show they dramatically reduce collisions while letting animals migrate safely. The Kemmerer project is among the largest of its kind in the country.

The fencing guides animals toward the overpass and underpasses. Drivers benefit from fewer collisions and safer roads. Conservationists say the project shows how infrastructure can protect both people and wildlife.