Johor to construct its first wildlife crossing alongside Federal Route FT50 – RM66 mil venture, completion in Feb 2028

Johor has introduced plans for its first wildlife crossing situated alongside the principle street connecting Kahang and Mersing. As reported by The Starstate well being and setting committee chairman Ling Tian Quickly stated the viaduct will probably be alongside Federal Route FT50, an space that has seen a number of accidents involving wildlife.

“The world, also referred to as the Central Forest Backbone (CFS), is surrounded by forest and serves because the boundary between the Labis and Mersing reserve forests and Kota Tinggi. As such, wildlife usually crosses this street to maneuver between the 2 forest areas,” he stated in a Fb publish.

“Beforehand, video recordings of animals such because the Malayan tiger, elephants, Malayan tapirs, leopards and others crossing the realm went viral. The development of this devoted crossing is important to make sure the security of each street customers and wildlife,” he added.

The upgraded street would stretch 1.275 km and features a 200-metre viaduct bridge measuring eight metres excessive. Particular vegetation will probably be planted beneath the viaduct to draw and information wildlife to make use of the construction. The venture is anticipated to be accomplished by February 2028 at a price of RM66 million, with the quantity masking preliminary research, land, geology, design, relocation of infrastructure, momentary street building and the viaduct itself.

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