Rehabilitate runway lighting; rehabilitate runway

The Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration Northwest Mountain Region awarded County Of Archuleta $6,980,216.84 on August 3, 2026, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.116) to rehabilitate runway infrastructure at Pagosa Springs Municipal Airport.

The project rehabilitates 8,400 feet of existing paved Runway 1/19 to maintain structural integrity and minimize foreign object debris, extending the runway's useful life. The award also funds rehabilitation of existing Runway 1/19 lighting to extend its operational lifespan. This award covers Phase 1 activities, which consist of design and site preparation.

Performance occurs in Pagosa Springs, Colorado 81147, with an ultimate completion date of August 2, 2030. The Airport Improvement Program assists sponsors, owners, and operators of public-use airports in developing a nationwide system adequate to meet civil aeronautics needs, with a focus on transportation investment, environmental protection, and infrastructure supporting long-term economic benefits.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project rehabilitates 8,400 feet of existing paved runway 1/19 to maintain the structural integrity and minimize foreign object debris to extend its useful life. This project rehabilitates existing runway 1/19 lighting to extend its useful life. This grant funds phase 1, which consists of design and site preparation. This grant funds phase 1, which consists of design and site preparation. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with pagosa springs, colorado.