Collisions involving bighorn sheep have become a growing concern along the highway, which serves as an important transportation route through the East Kootenay region. Moreover, about six km of wildlife fencing and gates have also been installed to prevent animals from reaching the highway and guide them toward the safe elevated fully-grade separated crossing. The new overpass connects national park lands east of the highway with the Columbia Wetlands to the west, restoring a safer route through an important wildlife movement corridor. Beyond bighorn sheep, the structure could also be used by badgers, black bears, cougars, deer, and elk. This Radium crossing is part of the provincial government’s broader use of fencing and dedicated structures to reduce wildlife collisions.