Construct taxilane

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), through the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106), awarded a Project Grant of $339,640 to the Washburn Municipal Airport Authority on July 14, 2025, for the construction of airport infrastructure in Washburn, North Dakota. This grant funds Phase 2 of a taxilane construction project, which includes the design and construction of a new 200-foot mid-field taxilane to provide airfield access to a nonexclusive hangar development area. The project is expected to be completed by July 13, 2029, and will bring the airport into conformity with current federal standards while supporting the transportation and infrastructure needs of the local community.

The Airport Improvement Program supports the development and modernization of airport infrastructure across the nation to ensure safe and efficient operations. This grant represents part of the FAA's broader commitment to enhancing airport facilities and operational capabilities through federal funding allocated to qualified public-use airports included in the National Plan of Integrated Airports Systems.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs a new 200 foot taxilane mid-field to provide airfield access to a nonexclusive hangar development area to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. This grant funds phase 2, which consists of construction and engineering. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with washburn, north dakota.