Construct taxilane

This $746,560 Project Grant from the Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration (CFDA 20.106 - Airport Improvement Program, COVID-19 Airports Programs, and Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Programs) will fund the construction of a 300-foot taxilane in Leadville, Colorado. The grant will cover 69.05% of the total project cost, with the remaining portion funded through a separate bipartisan infrastructure law grant. The taxilane will connect an existing general aviation apron to a new north development area in the non-movement area. This project is part of a two-phase infrastructure improvement plan for the Leadville, Colorado airport. The grant was awarded on August 17, 2023 and the project is expected to be completed by August 16, 2027.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs a 300 foot taxilane to connect an existing general aviation apron to a new north development area in the non-movement area. This grant funds 69.05% of the complete project. This grant funds a portion of phase 2 of a 2 phase project. This project is associated with a bipartisan infrastructure law airport infrastructure grant that funds the remaining eligible portion of phase 2. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with leadville, colorado.