Construct airport drainage/erosion control

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded County of Oxford $144,312.63 under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) on June 25, 2025, to construct stormwater drainage and erosion control infrastructure at Oxford County Airport in Otisfield, Maine. The project will develop a new stormwater treatment device designed to manage airport runoff and prevent contaminants from entering surrounding water systems, bringing the airport into conformity with current environmental standards. This grant funds 74% of total project costs, with an associated Airport Improvement Program grant covering the remaining eligible portion. The project is scheduled for completion by June 24, 2029.

The Airport Improvement Program provides federal funding to support the development and modernization of airport infrastructure nationwide, including safety improvements, operational efficiency enhancements, and environmental protection measures. County of Oxford, a local government entity with demonstrated experience managing FAA infrastructure grants, will serve as the project sponsor. As a grant recipient, the county must maintain required accounting records and submit periodic reports documenting project bidding, contract awards, and work completion status throughout the grant performance period.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs new stormwater treatment device to manage runoff and prevent contaminants from entering surrounding water systems to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. This grant funds 74% of the total project. This grant is associated with an airport improvement program grant that funds the remaining eligible portion of the project. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with oxford, maine.