The Wallis Annenberg wildlife crossing is an ambitious project in Los Angeles that aims to provide a safe passage for wildlife across the busy 101 freeway. The crossing, the largest wildlife bridge in the world, is being constructed with the help of soil, which is considered the soul of the project by Beth Pratt, the regional executive director, California, at the National Wildlife Federation.
The project, which began in 2022 and is expected to be completed by the end of 2026, is a native wildlife habitat that will connect two parts of the Santa Monica mountain range, saving creatures from being crushed by cars on the busy roadway. The crossing features nearly an acre of local plants on either side, thick vegetated sound walls to reduce light and noise, and a unique design that seamlessly blends into the environment.
The soil being used on the crossing is specially engineered to match the local environment, with the addition of microorganisms to support plant growth. Once the soil is in place, workers will plant 5,000 native plants, including sages, buckwheat, milkweed, and more.
The project, which is funded by a public-private partnership, aims to reconnect wildlife with habitat that has been divided for generations, while also making roads safer for both animals and humans. The crossing is not just a structure, but a symbol of the connection between humans and wildlife in one of the most urban areas in the country.
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