Construct airport drainage/erosion control

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded $1.79 million under the Airport Improvement Program, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Programs, and COVID-19 Airports Programs (CFDA 20.106) to Rapides Parish Police Jury on September 18, 2025, for the construction of airport drainage and erosion control infrastructure in Pineville, Louisiana. This Project Grant funds Phase 3 construction activities for a new storm drain infrastructure system designed to eliminate ponding on airfield surfaces and bring the airport into compliance with current FAA standards. The project is scheduled for completion by September 17, 2029.

The funding supports critical airport infrastructure modernization through the construction of stormwater management systems, which represent essential investments in aviation facility safety, operational efficiency, and environmental protection. As the governing body for Rapides Parish, the awardee has demonstrated substantial experience managing federal airport infrastructure grants and will serve as the direct recipient responsible for project implementation, oversight, and compliance with FAA reporting and record retention requirements throughout the four-year performance period.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs new storm drain infrastructure system to eliminate ponding on airfield surfaces to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. This grant funds phase 3, which consists of construction. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with pineville, louisiana.