The Vermillion Advantage
Leveraging thousands of acres of developable land, direct access to Interstate 74, and dual-rail connectivity, the site is positioned to support large-scale industrial growth. Funded infrastructure commitments further strengthen its development readiness, creating a strategic location for businesses seeking exceptional access, capacity, and long-term expansion potential.
Economic Development Areas Primed
Vermillion County has established three distinct Target Development Areas (West, Northwest, and East) that are primed for development, business relocation and the facilitation of regional growth.
Map of I-74 Corridor Economic Development Area: North, West, and East allocations.
I-74 Corridor West: Ready for Logistics & Manufacturing.
Anchored by the 91.4-acre CLR Farms site and the 303-acre Hoger site, the West Allocation Area is optimized for light manufacturing and distribution. (Conceptual layouts drafted and ready to be shared.)
Technical Highlights:
- Sanitary Sewer: $1.36M extension of 8,800 linear feet of force main by Aqua Indiana is planned.
- Water Service: 8,700 linear feet of 12-inch diameter piping providing high-capacity service across the Illinois/Indiana border is planned by Aqua Indiana/Illinois.
- Conceptual Planning: Download the Concept 1 & 2 Industrial Site Plans developed by SPACECO for immediate building footprint visualization.
Aerial image of I-74 interchange at the Illinois state border with the West Allocation Area in focus.
The I-74/SR 63 Interchange: Hospitality and Travel Innovation.
Located at the county’s primary northern gateway, this area is anchored by the historic Beef House Restaurant and the Pilot Travel Center.
Investment Opportunity: A dedicated Hotel Feasibility Study has identified this interchange as the premier location for hospitality development in the region, supported by regional draws like Turkey Run State Park.
Infrastructure Asset: Wastewater treatment is being upgraded through the acquisition and rehabilitation of the Beefhouse WWTP, ensuring capacity for new hospitality projects.
Aerial image of I-74 with the East Allocation Area in focus.
Access a Labor Shed of One Million Skilled Workers.
While Vermillion County offers the peace of rural living, we are part of a five-county regional ecosystem. Through our partnership with the West Central Indiana Partnership (WCIP), we provide data-backed validation of a robust labor force and a Regional Child Care Strategic Plan to support industrial shift participation.