Environmental Impact Statements; Availability, etc.: Section 2 of the Mid-States Corridor Project: Tier 2 National Environmental Policy Act

Virginia LaGrange, a long-time resident of Dubois County, opposes the Mid-States Corridor project. She argues that the corridor would bypass local businesses, hurting the local economy, and would increase truck traffic beyond what the existing roads can handle. She suggests that funds should instead be used to improve current county roads.

The commenters, including Erin McCaig, Candice, and Shawn Michelle Sims, express strong opposition to the Mid-States Corridor project, arguing that it threatens homes, heritage farms, and the community way of life in Southern Indiana. Additionally, owners of Betico Creek Farms request specific engineering protections, environmental safeguards, and a commercial-based property valuation if the project proceeds.

Steve Krampe, a private citizen from Ferdinand, Indiana, opposes the Mid-States Corridor project, arguing that it is a fiscally irresponsible "vanity project" that would devastate local communities and Amish lands. He advocates for redirecting the proposed federal funding toward repairing and maintaining existing highway infrastructure instead of constructing a new corridor.

The Sierra Club Hoosier Chapter opposes the Mid-States Corridor project, arguing that the long-term environmental costs—including significant impacts on forests, wetlands, and 88 species of concern—outweigh any short-term economic benefits. They request that the Tier 2 EIS specifically address wildlife habitat loss, vehicle collisions, and the impact on local geological sites and community enjoyment.

A resident of Dubois County opposes the Mid-States Corridor project, citing concerns over road safety, increased travel times for emergency services, and the destruction of multi-generational farmland. The commenter also argues that the project is unnecessary due to existing infrastructure and lacks sufficient funding.

Eric Durcholz, a local resident, opposes the Mid-States Corridor Project, arguing that it is a waste of taxpayer money that will destroy the rural landscape and historical character of the area. He specifically opposes Alternative 2B due to its impact on his family's property and prefers Alternative 3B if the project proceeds.

The commenter, a private resident, opposes the construction of the Mid-States Corridor project in Dubois County, Indiana. They argue that the project is not wanted by the majority of residents and suggest that improving US231 would be a more financially sensible alternative.