Expand apron

Broadwater County received a $242,275.79 Project Grant from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) awarded on May 20, 2025, with a completion date of May 19, 2029. The project funds the final construction phase to expand the general aviation apron at Townsend Airport in Montana by adding 4,452 square yards of pavement to bring the airport into compliance with current Federal Aviation Administration standards. This infrastructure improvement enhances the airport's operational capacity and safety profile to support civil aviation activities in the region.

The Airport Improvement Program provides federal grants to public-use airport sponsors to develop and modernize airport infrastructure systems nationwide. This award represents targeted federal investment in regional airport infrastructure that supports long-term economic benefits and operational efficiency for the Broadwater County airport facility and its users.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project expands the existing general aviation apron by adding 4,452 square yards to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. This grant funds the final phase, which consists of construction. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with townsend, montana.