In pictures: a San Antonio land bridge designed for wildlife and people
Summary
Phil Hardberger Park in San Antonio, Texas, features a 150-foot-wide land bridge that allows wildlife and people to safely cross a busy highway. The park restores much of its land to native prairie, helping protect local plants and animals.Key Facts
- The park covers 311 acres and is located in San Antonio, Texas.
- It is named after Phil Hardberger, a former mayor who supported improving public parks.
- The park was built on land that used to be a dairy farm and once part of the endangered Texas prairie.
- About 75% of the park’s land is restored to native prairie, with the rest used for picnic areas, an ecology center, and parking.
- A six-lane freeway cut through the park, so a land bridge was built to connect both sides for animals and people.
- The land bridge is 150 feet wide and features barriers and walls to protect wildlife from highway noise and lights.
- The bridge has trails with ADA-compliant ramps for accessibility.
- Since opening in 2020, animals like deer, coyotes, and bobcats have been seen using the bridge.
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