Rehabilitate apron

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded County of Uintah a formula grant totaling $3.32 million on August 25, 2025, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) to rehabilitate apron pavement at Vernal Regional Airport. The project encompasses the rehabilitation of 53,750 square yards of existing general aviation apron pavement to maintain structural integrity and minimize foreign object debris. This award funds Phase Two construction activities and is coordinated with an associated Airport Infrastructure Grant that covers the remaining eligible construction costs.

The grant, which extends through August 24, 2029, directly benefits airport infrastructure in Vernal, Utah, and supports the FAA's strategic objectives of safety and operational excellence. As the recipient entity, County of Uintah will manage grant administration, comply with reporting requirements including periodic updates on project bidding and contract awards, and maintain required accounting records and airport layout plans per standard AIP grant conditions.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project rehabilitates 53,750 square yards of existing general aviation apron pavement to maintain the structural integrity of the pavement and to minimize foreign object debris. This grant funds a portion of phase two, which consists of construction. This grant is associated with an airport infrastructure grant that funds the remaining eligible portion of construction. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with vernal, utah.