Reconstruct airfield drainage/erosion control

The Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration Southwestern Region awarded $307,092.63 to the City of Walnut Ridge on May 6, 2026, to reconstruct the existing airfield drainage system at Walnut Ridge Regional Airport, which has reached the end of its useful life. The award is made under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.116). Performance extends through May 5, 2030, at Walnut Ridge, Arkansas.

This grant funds a portion of the total project, with an associated Airport Infrastructure Grant funding the remaining eligible portion. The Airport Improvement Program assists public-use airport sponsors, owners, or operators in developing a nationwide system of airports adequate to meet civil aeronautics needs and includes investment in transportation, environmental protection, and airport infrastructure to support long-term economic benefits.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project reconstructs the existing airfield drainage system that has reached the end of its useful life. 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 walnut ridge, arkansas.