Reseal/resurface runway; construct perimeter fencing; reseal/resurface taxiway

The Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration Northwest Mountain Region awarded Sweet Grass County $374,869.47 on July 1, 2026, under the Airport Infrastructure Grants program (CFDA 20.117) to rehabilitate airport infrastructure serving Big Timber, Montana.

The project delivers three primary improvements at a nonprimary airport: reseal and resurface 5,285 feet of existing Runway 6/24 pavement and joints to extend useful life; reseal and resurface 2,000 feet of existing Taxiway A pavement and joints to extend useful life; construct one lift gate not required by 49 CFR 1542 to bring the airport into conformity with current standards; and construct perimeter fencing. Performance of work occurs in Montana, with period of performance from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2030. The assistance type is a Project Grant.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs 1 lift gate not required by 49 CFR 1542 to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. This project reseals 2,000 feet of existing taxiway a pavement and joints at a nonprimary airport to extend its useful life. This project reseals 5,285 feet of existing runway 6/24 pavement and joints at a nonprimary airport to extend its useful life. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with big timber, montana.