Mid-States Corridor Advances
Mid-States Corridor update: What Indiana Property Owners Need to Know
The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) recently announced major progress in the Mid-States Corridor Project, a proposed north-south highway designed to connect State Road 66 near Rockport with Interstate 69. This project, which aims to improve safety, mobility, and economic growth in southern Indiana, continues to move toward its 2027 construction start date.
September 2025 Project Updates
Next Public Meeting: INDOT will present its Screening of Alternatives Report on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at Jasper Middle School. This meeting will give the public an opportunity to learn about potential routes, ask questions, and provide feedback.
Tier 2 Studies Underway: INDOT began Tier 2 environmental and design studies in 2024, focusing first on Dubois County. These studies will refine the specific roadway alignment and assess environmental impacts.
Right-of-Way and Surveys: Survey crews are actively working in Dubois County, following a court order granting INDOT access to private land after several property owners initially denied entry. These surveys will determine the land needed for construction.
Construction Timeline: INDOT anticipates final right-of-way approval and project design completion in 2027, with highway construction expected to follow shortly thereafter.
Impact on Homes, Businesses & Farmland
The Mid-States Corridor will affect farmland, forests, homes and businesses along the selected route. Many property owners are concerned about the government’s power of eminent domain, which allows land to be taken for public use, and how fairly their property will be valued.
These concerns are well-founded. For many property owners, the valuation process is complex, and government offers often undervalue the true worth of land and buildings -- especially when factoring in business operations, access changes or long-term impacts.
Valuing Your Property
If you are a property owner in the potential path of the Mid-States Corridor, now is the time to get informed and prepared. Indiana Property Rights attorneys are already tracking this project closely. Our team can:
Share more information about specific land takings under review
Explain the condemnation process in Indiana
Discuss important considerations for property valuation, including homes, businesses, farmland, and investment property
Provide a free onsite visit to assess your property
All of this is offered at no cost and with no obligation.
Learn Your Legal Rights and Options
As the Mid-States Corridor project continues to move forward, we encourage property owners not to wait until final notices are issued. If your home, farm, or business may be affected, contact our property rights team today to learn about your rights and options.
Request a free consultation and onsite property evaluation now, online here or by calling 463.240.1215.