Extend/expand taxiway

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Great Lakes Region, awarded $173,500 in project grant funding to the County of Jefferson Airport Division on July 21, 2025, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) to design and extend Taxiway A at Jefferson County Airport (2G2) in Wintersville, Ohio. Phase 1 of this project consists of design services for a 1,720-foot taxiway extension intended to bring the airport into conformity with current Federal Aviation Administration standards. The grant funds the planning and design phase of the infrastructure improvement initiative, with an ultimate completion date of July 20, 2029.

This project supports the FAA's strategic objectives for safety, operational excellence, and long-term economic benefits through transportation infrastructure investment. The taxiway extension will enhance airport operational capabilities and safety standards for the Steubenville, Ohio region. County of Jefferson will be responsible for project oversight, environmental compliance documentation, and submission of periodic progress reports detailing project milestones and Federal fund utilization throughout the grant period.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project extends existing paved taxiway a an additional 1,720 feet in length to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. This grant funds phase 1, which consists of design. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with steubenville, ohio.