Construct/expand fuel farm

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded Sanders County a Project Grant totaling $336,257.89 under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106), effective August 19, 2025, with an ultimate completion date of August 18, 2029. This grant funds the construction and expansion of a new fuel farm facility at a nonprimary airport in Plains, Montana. The project deliverables include the installation of two fuel tanks, two self-service pumps, and associated apron pavement to support a new fuel type. These infrastructure improvements are designed to enhance the airport's operational capacity and revenue generation, contributing to long-term financial sustainability.

This project was authorized under the expanded eligibility provisions of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) and represents partial federal funding for the fuel farm development; an associated Airport Improvement Program grant funds the remaining eligible project costs. The grant supports the FAA's strategic objectives of operational excellence and transportation infrastructure investment while strengthening the civil aviation infrastructure system in Montana's Plains region.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs a new fuel farm at a nonprimary airport by adding 2 fuel tanks/2 self-service pumps and associated apron pavement for a new fuel type to assist the airport to be as self-sustaining as possible by generating revenue. This project is allowable under the infrastructure investment and jobs act's expanded eligibility. This grant funds a portion of the fuel farm. This grant is associated with an airport improvement program grant that funds the remaining eligible portion. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with plains, montana.