Rehabilitate apron; reseal apron pavement; expand apron

The Town of Buena Vista received a $585,263.16 Project Grant from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) on May 29, 2025, with an expected completion date of May 28, 2029. This Phase 2 construction grant funds comprehensive apron infrastructure improvements at the Buena Vista municipal airport located in Buena Vista, Colorado. The project delivers three primary deliverables: expansion of the existing general aviation apron by 1,790 square yards to achieve conformity with current Federal Aviation Administration standards; rehabilitation of 2,470 square yards of the existing North Apron pavement to maintain structural integrity and minimize foreign object debris; and resealing of 2,830 square yards of existing West Apron pavement to extend the facility's useful life. These improvements are designed to enhance airport safety, operational efficiency, and infrastructure resilience at this non-primary airport facility.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project expands the existing general aviation apron by adding 1,790 square yards to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. This project rehabilitates 2,470 square yards of the existing north apron pavement to maintain the structural integrity of the pavement and to minimize foreign object debris. This project reseals 2,830 square yards of the existing west apron pavement at a non primary airport to extend its useful life. This grant funds phase 2, which consists of construction. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with buena vista, colorado.