Construct/expand fuel farm

Sanders County received a $847,952.63 Project Grant from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) to construct and expand a fuel farm at a nonprimary airport in Plains, Montana. The project, awarded on August 19, 2025, with an ultimate completion date of August 18, 2029, involves the installation of two fuel tanks, two self-service pumps, and associated apron pavement to support a new fuel type. This infrastructure development is designed to enhance the airport's operational self-sufficiency and generate additional revenue for the facility.

This grant funds a portion of the fuel farm construction, with the remaining eligible project costs covered by a complementary Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) grant. The project directly benefits the airport infrastructure serving Plains, Montana, and aligns with the FAA's strategic objectives of supporting a comprehensive nationwide system of public-use airports adequate to meet civil aeronautics needs while promoting long-term economic benefits through transportation infrastructure investment.

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. The sponsor has adequately financed the airside needs of the airport. This grant funds a portion of the fuel farm. This grant is associated with an infrastructure investment job act grant that funds the remaining eligible portion. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with plains, montana.