Reconstruct apron; reconstruct snow removal equipment

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), through its Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106), awarded Dickinson County a project grant of $555,474.74 on August 28, 2025, to support airport infrastructure improvements at the Ford Airport in Iron Mountain, Michigan. This Phase 1 design-phase award funds the reconstruction planning and engineering for 20,000 square yards of deteriorated southeast apron pavement that has reached the end of its useful life and the replacement of one carrier vehicle with blower attachment snow removal equipment that has become obsolete. The grant is designated to provide federal funding support for airport infrastructure modernization in the Iron Mountain region.

The project is scheduled for completion by August 27, 2029, allowing adequate time for design development and subsequent construction phases. As the recipient, Dickinson County will be responsible for maintaining project documentation, submitting periodic progress reports detailing project bidding and contract award status, and retaining accounting records for three years following final expenditure reporting. This award supports the FAA's strategic objectives of airport safety, operational excellence, and long-term economic benefits through critical infrastructure investment at the civilian public-use airport facility.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project reconstructs 20,000 square yards of the existing southeast apron pavement that has reached the end of its useful life. This project replaces existing snow removal equipment including 1 carrier vehicle with blower attachment that has reached the end of its useful life. This grant funds phase 1, which consists of design. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with iron mountain, michigan.