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

A private landowner and resident of Chrisney, Indiana, supports the construction of the Mid-States Corridor. The commenter argues that the benefits of a safer, more efficient through-route for travelers outweigh the inconveniences to property owners and that the negative economic impacts on local towns are overstated.

Ellen Vonderheide, a local resident, expresses support for the Mid-States Corridor project. She argues that the project is necessary to bypass local towns and alleviate heavy truck traffic that is currently damaging local infrastructure.

A resident of Dubois County argues that the Mid-States Corridor Project is essential for the region's economic survival and job growth. They contend that without this infrastructure, the area will lose its manufacturing competitiveness and long-term viability.

The commenter, who cites professional experience in street and highway work, strongly supports the Mid-States Corridor project. They argue that the current US231 highway is outdated, unsafe, and too costly to repair, making a new highway necessary for long-term safety and economic benefit.

Mark Nowotarski, a Dubois County resident, opposes the Mid-States Corridor project, arguing that it lacks a valid purpose, is economically unfeasible due to escalating costs, and will negatively impact the local community. He suggests that less destructive and cheaper alternatives, such as improving existing roads and adding passing lanes, should be prioritized instead.