Reseal/resurface runway; reseal/resurface taxiway; reseal/resurface apron

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Western Pacific Region awarded the City of Elko a $1,491,572.63 project grant on September 2, 2025, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) to conduct pavement maintenance and preservation activities at Elko Regional Airport through September 1, 2029. The grant funds the resealing and resurfacing of critical airport infrastructure, including 3,015 linear feet of Runway 12/30 pavement, 7,454 linear feet of Runway 06/24 pavement, 3,015 linear feet of Taxiway B pavement, 7,454 linear feet of Taxiway A pavement, and 55,000 square yards of general aviation apron pavement and joints. These projects are designed to extend the useful life of existing infrastructure at this nonhub primary airport.

The Airport Improvement Program provides federal grants to support airport infrastructure development, modernization, and maintenance as part of a nationwide system meeting civil aeronautics needs and supporting long-term economic benefits. This award represents the City of Elko's continued participation in FAA-funded airport improvement initiatives, consistent with its history of receiving substantial AIP funding for comprehensive airport infrastructure projects throughout the region.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project reseals 3,015 feet of existing runway 12/30 pavement at a nonhub primary airport to extend its useful life. This project reseals 3,015 feet of existing taxiway b pavement at a nonhub primary airport to extend its useful life. This project reseals 55,000 square yards of existing general aviation apron pavement and joints at a nonhub primary airport to extend its useful life. This project reseals 7,454 feet of existing runway 06/24 pavement at a nonhub primary airport to extend its useful life. This project reseals 7,454 feet of existing taxiway a pavement at a nonhub primary airport to extend its useful life. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with elko, nevada.