In fairmont & east

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) awarded the Nebraska Department of Transportation a formula grant totaling $5,345,071.35 on May 23, 2025, under the Highway Planning and Construction program (CFDA 20.205). This funding supports critical infrastructure projects in Fairmont and East Nebraska, specifically focused on roadway resurfacing and bridge repair activities. These services fall within the eligible scope of the Highway Planning and Construction program, which provides federal financial assistance to state departments of transportation for highway preservation, improvement, and bridge rehabilitation work on public roads and transportation networks.

The award represents continued federal investment in Nebraska's transportation infrastructure through formula-based allocation mechanisms established under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). As the primary recipient, the Nebraska Department of Transportation will oversee project implementation, design, construction oversight, and environmental compliance requirements in accordance with applicable federal regulations. The resurfacing and bridge repair initiatives support the state's broader transportation infrastructure preservation objectives while maintaining eligible project standards and FHWA stewardship and oversight requirements.

Project description

Resurface, bridge repair