Topline:
Now that the main part of the Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing in Agoura Hills has been completed, construction is beginning on a second structure that will span Agoura Road. The crossing is projected to be finished by the fall of 2026.
More work ahead: To construct the second structure, power lines and large amounts of earth will need to be moved, all while oak trees and the local watershed are protected.
The backstory: Construction on the crossing began in 2022. Since then, more than 26 million pounds of concrete were used to build the wildlife bridge over the 101 Freeway. In April, 6,000 cubic yards of soil were strewn across it. Thousands of native plants are also slated to be installed — all in an effort to provide safe passage for mountain lions and other wildlife over the perilous 101 Freeway.
Check it out: You can see a live shot of the wildlife crossing here.