Ecological impacts of new and upgraded roads in and around Cabeza Prieta National Wildlife Refuge and avoidance, mitigation and compensation strategies
Started: February, 2021 Project ID #4W8967 Status: Ongoing
Objective
Abstract
The purpose of this project is to make information available to stakeholders (USFWS, Border Patrol, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers) on the ecological effects of new and upgraded roads in and around CPNWR and how these effects can be avoided, mitigated, or compensated. This information could help discussions among the stakeholders on the purpose and needs for these roads, and how to manage the roads and their impacts. The roads in the area are mostly dirt roads, though some gravel and paved roads may be present as well. The research will be conducted through a field visit to selected roads, followed by preparation of an assessment that includes recommended mitigation measures.
Contacts
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Marcel Huijser - PI
Sponsors & Partners
- U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (FWS) Sponsor
Related Information
Part of: Road Ecology, Wildlife
Project Tagged In: habitat connectivity, public lands, wildlife-vehicle collisions
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