Expand apron

The City of Fort Morgan Public Works Department received a $251,492.63 project grant awarded on July 18, 2025, from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) under the Airport Improvement Program, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Programs, and COVID-19 Airports Programs (CFDA 20.106). This grant funds Phase One design activities for expanding the general aviation apron at Fort Morgan Airport by 6,500 square yards to bring the facility into conformity with current Federal Aviation Administration standards.

The primary product delivered through this grant is the design and planning work necessary to support the airport apron expansion project. The grant has an ultimate completion date of July 17, 2029, allowing four years for design completion and project preparation. Upon successful design phase completion, this foundational work will enable subsequent construction phases to proceed. The project directly benefits the Fort Morgan, Colorado community by enhancing airport infrastructure capacity and operational efficiency for general aviation activities.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project expands existing general aviation apron by adding 6,500 square yards to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. This grant funds phase one, which consists of design. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with fort morgan, colorado.