The City of Vail is installing game fences near the Interstate 70 interchange in East Vail for the second winter.
Debbie Eno | Especially for the Daily
The City of Vail is bringing back temporary fences that were installed in East Vail last year to reduce the risk of motor vehicle collisions with bighorn sheep and other wildlife.
The fence was first constructed along the north side of North Frontage Road in April after three bighorn sheep were lost over several months.
The city worked with partners from the Colorado Department of Transportation and the Colorado Division of Parks and Wildlife to return the temporary fences. Installation begins the week of November 2, with the fence in place until mid-July 2021. The permits for the construction of the right of way have been obtained from the transport department.
At the Vail city council meeting on October 20, city administrator Scott Robson told council members he hoped this would be the final season for temporary fencing. This temporary fence, while effective, caused some complaints from local residents who said the fence was unsightly.
“We’re making great strides with (the transportation division) on durable, well-designed fences,” said Robson. “We hope to have a permanent fence in East Vail for the next two years, largely if not entirely paid for by (the transportation department).”
For this season’s project, the city has signed a contract with Strategic Fence & Co. for the project financed by the city for approximately USD 22,000. The fence runs from the East Vail Interchange along the north side of North Frontage Road west to Katsos Road. During construction, the shoulder of Frontage Road to the west will remain closed for a day or two.
For more information, email Kristen Bertuglia, Vail’s Environmental Director, kbertuglia@vailgov.com.
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