Construct/expand fuel farm

The City of McCook, Nebraska received a $596,000 Formula Grant awarded on July 21, 2025, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106), administered by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The grant funds the construction of a new fuel farm at McCook's nonprimary airport, which includes the installation of two fuel storage tanks, two self-service fuel pumps, and associated apron pavement to support a new fuel type. The project is designed to enhance the airport's operational self-sufficiency by generating additional revenue through fuel services. This grant represents a portion of the total project costs, with an Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) grant funding the remaining eligible expenses.

The grant has an ultimate completion date of July 20, 2029, providing a four-year project period for design, construction, and closeout activities. The project is being performed at McCook Airport (McCook, NE 69001) and directly benefits the local aviation community and regional transportation infrastructure. Per FAA program requirements, the City of McCook will be responsible for maintaining project records, submitting periodic progress reports documenting bid and contract activities, and retaining accounting records for three years following final project expenditure reporting.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs a new fuel farm at a nonprimary airport by adding 2 fuel tanks, 2 self service pumps and associated apron pavement for a new fuel type to assist the airport to be as self-sustaining as possible by generating revenue. The sponsor has adequately financed the airside needs of the airport. This grant funds a portion of the total project. . This project is associated with an infrastructure investment and jobs act grant that funds the remaining eligible portion of the project. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with mccook, nebraska.