Wildlife & Driving

Facts & Statistics

Did you know that last year in Teton County over 500 animals were killed in Wildlife Vehicle Collisions (WVC)?

  • Roughly 50% of these WVCs occur in the winter months (December - March)
  • Most of these WVCs occur at night
  • Reported roadkill numbers are likely much less than actual mortality numbers
  • One estimate of the costs associated with WVCs last year in Teton County exceeded $3M (this estimate does not include WVCs occurring in Grand Teton National Park)

These statistics are based upon a study conducted by the Jackson Hole Wildlife Foundation. Read through the 2017 Study Report (PDF) to learn more.

Wildlife Advisory Signs Measures

The Wyoming Department of Transportation as part of a collaborative effort with JHWF erected new wildlife advisory signs on South Highway 89 and two more on WY 22. Signs measures were enacted even as discussions continue about long-term solutions to address wildlife mortalities and driver safety concerns on every highway in the valley. Read more in the Jackson Hole Wildlife Foundation Press release (PDF).

Related Documents

  1. Danger Zones Map and Recommendations (PDF)
  2. Deer and Vehicle Collision Hot Spot Map (PDF)
  3. Elk and Vehicle Collision Hot Spot Map (PDF)
  4. Moose and Vehicule Collision Hot Spot Map (PDF)
  5. Wildlife and Driving Caution Campaign Flyer (PDF)