Construct taxiway; construct apron

The Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration Great Lakes Region awarded $393,908.42 to Fairfield County Commissioners on August 20, 2026, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.116) for Phase 1 environmental assessment of taxiway and apron construction at an airport serving Lancaster, Ohio.

The project will construct a new 3,000 square yard north apron and a new 680 foot north taxiway to accommodate increased aircraft operations. The award funds Phase 1, which consists of the environmental assessment required to advance the full infrastructure development. Work is performed in Carroll, Ohio, with period of performance through August 19, 2030. The Airport Improvement Program assists airport sponsors in developing a nationwide system of airports adequate to meet civil aeronautics needs, with funded projects supporting long-term economic benefits through transportation and infrastructure investment.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs a new 3,000 square yard north apron to accommodate more aircraft operations. This project constructs a new 680 foot north taxiway to accommodate more aircraft operations. This grant funds phase 1, which consists of the environmental assessment. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with lancaster, ohio.