Construct taxiway

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded a $1,157,894.74 Project Grant to Eagle County, Colorado on September 2, 2025, under the Airport Improvement Program, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Programs, and COVID-19 Airports Programs (CFDA 20.106). The grant funds the final construction phase of a new 2,300-foot taxiway B at Eagle County Regional Airport, specifically supporting the paving component of this infrastructure project. The taxiway construction will bring the airport into conformance with current FAA standards and is expected to be completed by September 1, 2029.

This grant represents partial federal funding for the paving phase, with the remaining eligible project costs covered through associated Airport Improvement Program and Airport Infrastructure grants. The Airport Improvement Program funds are intended to support the development and modernization of airport infrastructure necessary to maintain a safe and efficient national airport system. The project will serve the communities within Eagle County and the Gypsum, Colorado area, enhancing regional aviation infrastructure and capacity.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs a new 2,300 foot long taxiway b to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. This grant funds a portion of the final phase, which consists of paving. This grant is associated with an airport improvement program grant and airport infrastructure grant that funds the remaining eligible portion of paving. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with eagle, colorado.