Special Event Update: Old Bill's

Teton County is applying for all available funding, but local private philanthropy is what can set our projects apart from every other project in the nation. Our local community support is critical for these projects along with local matching dollars. All funds raised will only go to supporting the on-the-groundwork for wildlife crossing projects. This is exactly in the spirit of Old Bills Fun Run, and we are thrilled to be a part of such a monumental community challenge. We encourage you to visit our Old Bills Fun Run educational page. 

Go to Old Bill's Project Link: Old Bill's 2025

Progress Summary

Why Are We Doing This Project

In 2022, Teton County allocated voter-approved specific purpose excise tax (SPET) funds for wildlife crossings to a design project encompassing three priority areas as identified in the Wildlife Crossings Master Plan. These segments were not included in WYDOT’s short- or long-term transportation plans, so Teton County decided to advance them as standalone plans. The goal is to mitigate wildlife-vehicle collisions and ensure safe wildlife movement across highways.

Who Will Benefit

The entire Teton County community, including local wildlife such as elk, mule deer, bighorn sheep, moose, and carnivores, will benefit from reduced wildlife-vehicle collisions and safer wildlife crossings.

What Is The Estimated Timeline

The project includes a rigorous mitigation design process and consultation with various stakeholders. The timeline for implementation will depend on the completion of design plans and potential integration with future WYDOT highway improvement projects.

Funding And Costs

The project is funded by voter-approved SPET funds. Specific costs for each segment and overall project budget are managed by Teton County in collaboration with local and regional partners. Wildlife Crossings, which require a tunnel under the highway or a bridge over the highway for animals, along with fencing cost millions of dollars. Moving to the next phase of the Teton County Wildlife Crossings project will require additional funding. 

Progress Of Project

• 2022: Allocation of SPET funds and initiation of design project.
• Current: Development of conceptual mitigation plans and 30% design plans for three priority locations.
  • Teton Pass, Camp Creek, and North Highway 89.

Ways To Provide Input

Provide input to County Commissioners: commissioners@tetoncountywy.gov

Want To Learn More?

Old Bill's 2025

Wildlife Crossing Concepts

Project Manager for Safe Wildlife Crossings 

Chris Colligan

Public Works Project Manager

Teton County, Wyoming
320 South King Street

PO Box 3594

Jackson, WY 83001

307-732-8546 (office)

307-699-1408 (cell)

ccolligan@tetoncountywy.gov