Construct/expand snow removal equipment building

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), administering funds through the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106), awarded $901,844.21 to the Watford City Municipal Airport Authority on July 23, 2025, for Phase 2 construction of airport infrastructure improvements. This project grant funds the construction of a new 2,700-square-foot snow removal equipment and sand storage building, along with associated electrical systems and construction engineering services. The project is designed to bring the airport into conformity with current standards and support winter weather operational capabilities in the Watford City, North Dakota region.

The grant will remain active through July 22, 2029, providing federal funding to modernize airport facilities and enhance the airport's capacity to maintain operations during challenging weather conditions. As a civilian assistance award under the Airport Improvement Program, which supports development and modernization of airport infrastructure nationwide, this project contributes to the FAA's strategic objectives of safety and operational excellence while benefiting the Watford City municipal airport and surrounding North Dakota region.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs a new 2,700 square foot snow removal equipment and sand storage building to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. This grant funds phase 2, which consists of construction of the building, electrical, and construction engineering. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with watford city, north dakota.