Reseal/resurface runway; reconstruct airfield drainage/erosion control

The Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration Great Lakes Region awarded $574,661.05 to Adams County (doing business as Adams County Commissioners) on August 7, 2026, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.116) to reconstruct culvert sections, reseal 3,558 feet of Runway 5/23 pavement, and reconstruct airfield drainage and erosion control at Winchester Municipal Airport near West Union, Ohio. This award funds the final construction phase, which consists of cast-in-place pipe liner construction. Performance occurs in Winchester, Ohio, with an ultimate completion date of August 6, 2030. The Airport Improvement Program supports development of a nationwide system of public-use airports adequate to meet civil aeronautics needs through investment in transportation, environmental protection, and airport infrastructure.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project reconstructs the existing culvert to replace sections that have reached the end of their useful life. This project reseals 3,558 feet of existing runway 5/23 pavement at a nonprimary airport to extend its useful life. This grant funds the final phase, which consists of cast in place pipe liner construction. This grant funds the final phase, which consists of construction. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with west union, ohio.