Mid-America Intermodal Authority Port District

The Mid-America Intermodal Authority Port District is the largest port district by area in Illinois, encompassing eleven counties in Western Illinois and serving a broader 26-county region through a tri-state compact with Missouri and Iowa. Established in 1998, this district was designed to expand economic opportunities by capitalizing on its strategic location along both the Mississippi and Illinois rivers at Quincy, Illinois. The district is a key logistical hub, integrating river, rail (with three Class 1 railroads), highway, and air transport to move over 14 million tons of goods annually. The primary goal of the port is to provide low-cost, multimodal transportation options for regional businesses, enhancing their competitiveness in domestic and international markets. Its development is expected to spur significant job creation and economic investment in the area, making it an anchor for future growth in agribusiness, manufacturing, and distribution. The district works closely with the Mid-America Port Commission to foster economic growth, improve river infrastructure, and ensure that the region maintains a strong presence in the North American logistics landscape.