Reconstruct runway lighting; construct taxiway; install airfield guidance signage; reconstruct runway

This $4,472,522.22 federal Project Grant award from the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) will fund critical infrastructure improvements at the airport serving Prineville, Oregon. The grant supports the reconstruction of 3,500 feet of Runway 15/33, the installation of new airfield guidance signage, the construction of two 100-foot taxiway connectors, and the reconstruction of the existing runway lighting system. These activities are expected to maintain the structural integrity of the pavement, minimize foreign object debris, bring the airport into conformity with current standards, and provide improved aircraft access to hangars. The grant funds Phase 2 of this project, with a period of performance from September 9, 2024 to September 8, 2028. The primary awardee is Crook County, a local government entity in Prineville, Oregon that has demonstrated significant experience managing federal grants and contracts for airport, public lands, and community development initiatives.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs two 100- foot taxiway connectors to provide access to aircraft hangars. This project installs new airfield signages to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. This project reconstructs 3,500 feet of runway 15/33 to maintain the structural integrity of the pavement and to minimize foreign object debris. This project reconstructs the existing runway 15/33 lighting system that has reached the end of its useful life and requires reconstruction to meet federal aviation administration standards. This grant funds phase 2, which consists of construction. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with prineville, oregon.