Construct airport drainage/erosion control

The Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration Southwestern Region awarded $997,836.84 to the City of El Dorado on July 27, 2026, under the Airport Infrastructure Grants program (CFDA 20.117) to construct new drainage pipe and address drainage issues at airports associated with El Dorado, Arkansas, bringing the airport into conformity with current standards. The award funds Phase 1, which consists of design and the first phase of construction work. Performance is scheduled through July 26, 2030, with work conducted in El Dorado, AR 71730. The City of El Dorado, a local government entity in south central Arkansas, serves as the recipient. Under the Airport Infrastructure Grants program, eligible public agencies receive funding for airport development projects including runways, taxiways, safety and sustainability improvements, and terminal and roadway projects; assistance is awarded by lump sum and released upon application for reimbursement.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs new drainage pipe to address drainage issues, to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. This grant funds phase 1, which consists of design and the first phase of construction. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with EL dorado, arkansas.