Construct airport drainage/erosion control

The Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration Great Lakes Region awarded the City of Kendallville $258,935.79 on August 25, 2026, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.116) to design airport drainage and erosion control improvements.

Phase 1 of this project consists of design work for new drainage improvements to handle storm water runoff and bring Kendallville Airport into conformity with current standards. Performance and place of performance run through August 24, 2030, in Kendallville, Indiana. The Airport Improvement Program assists airport sponsors in developing infrastructure adequate to meet civil aeronautics needs and supports long-term economic benefits through investment in transportation, environmental protection, and airport infrastructure. Projects must be included in the National Plan of Integrated Airports Systems and are subject to environmental impact assessment and intergovernmental review under E.O. 12372.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs new drainage improvements to adequately handle storm water runoff to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. This grant funds phase 1, which consists of design. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with kendallville, indiana.