Updated October 26,  2018

You can expect deer activity to increase between now and December in Tennessee because it's mating season. Thousands of deer versus car crashes are investigated in Tennessee every year. But this time of year, they're more likely to happen. 

If you spot a dead deer on the side of the road, you can call the Tennessee Department of Transportation to clean it up.

There is a road kill bill in Tennessee too. If drivers report it to the TWRA, and it's an accident, it's legal to take dead deer home for dinner. 

If you spot a dead deer on the side of the road you can call TDOT at 615-350-4300.  If it's a public safety matter, property damage, or injuries are involved, call police.