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Seasonal Use of Ohio Department of Transportation Bridges by Bats
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2021-08-01
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Edition:Final Report
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Abstract:The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) is required to inspect bridge structures for presence of bats prior to repair, maintenance, or removal. Many bridges inspected do not contain bats, but evidence of bat presence can result in project delays, added costs, and increased impacts to listed species. This study aimed to facilitate understanding of bat use of ODOT bridges and to develop a predictive model to improve planning efficiency. Study objectives included identifying characteristics making bridges more or less likely to contain bats and using results to create a priority ranking system for future bridges inspections to avoid negatively impacting roosting bats while potentially avoiding project delays.
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