The Draft Environmental Impact Statement for the Nebraska Department of Roads’ proposed Highway12 project is now available for public review.

The project, coordinated by the Nebraska Department of Roads seeks authorization to place fill in waters of the United States in connection with the proposed highway project.

Becky Latka from the Army Corps of Engineers says they’re involved because most of the alternatives involve changes to the Missouri River…

 

Latka says the goal of the EIS comes down to two scenarios…

 

Latka says public comments are welcome, and if there is any confusion as to what’s in the proposal, you can learn more at the upcoming public open house on Nov. 9th…

 

Latka says the final decision on the permit will be made by Corps officials in the Omaha District.