Update airport master plan

The Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration Northwest Mountain Region awarded $142,414.44 to County of Rio Blanco on June 24, 2026, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.116) to update the existing airport master plan for Rangely Airport and develop an updated solid waste recycling plan. This grant funds a portion of the total eligible project costs; an associated Airport Infrastructure Grant (CFDA 20.117) funds the remaining eligible portion. Performance is located in Rangely, Colorado, with an ultimate completion date of June 23, 2030. The Airport Improvement Program assists public-use airport sponsors, owners, or operators in developing infrastructure investments that support civil aeronautics, environmental protection, and long-term economic benefits. Recipients must maintain an airport layout plan for the duration of the grant agreement and retain accounting records for three years after final expenditure report submission; sponsor records remain available for inspection by the FAA, Department of Transportation Office of the Inspector General, and Government Accountability Office.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project updates the existing airport master plan study and includes an updated solid waste recycling plan. This grant funds a portion of the total project. This grant is associated with an airport infrastructure grant that funds the remaining eligible portion of the project. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with rangely, colorado.