Reconstruct airfield drainage/erosion control

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Great Lakes Region awarded $1,944,002.67 under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) to the City of Cleveland, operating through its Port Control division, for airfield drainage and erosion control reconstruction at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport. The project, awarded on August 27, 2025, will reconstruct the existing airfield outfall drainage system to address soil erosion that has reached the end of its useful life. The four-year project is scheduled for completion by August 26, 2029.

This infrastructure investment aligns with the FAA's strategic objectives of safety, operational excellence, and long-term economic benefits through transportation infrastructure modernization. The Airport Improvement Program, which encompasses traditional AIP (Airport Improvement Program) funding, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) appropriations, and COVID-19 relief grants, supports the development and maintenance of airport infrastructure nationwide. The City of Cleveland, as a registered government entity with substantial federal contracting experience in airport infrastructure management, will manage the reconstruction activities to ensure the drainage system meets current operational standards and mitigates environmental risks associated with erosion at the airport facility.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project reconstructs the existing airfield outfall drainage system to minimize soil erosion that has reached the end of its useful life. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with cleveland, ohio.