Reseal/resurface taxiway; construct taxiway; install taxiway lighting

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded the City of Pierre, South Dakota a $565,300 Project Grant under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) on August 28, 2025, with an ultimate completion date of August 27, 2029. This grant funds Phase 1 (design) of a comprehensive airport infrastructure modernization project consisting of three primary components: construction of a new 7,300-foot Taxiway C to meet current Federal Aviation Administration standards; installation of new lighting on Taxiway C; and resealing of 1,250 feet of existing Taxiway B pavement and joints at this nonhub primary airport facility to extend its serviceable life.

The project will bring Pierre Regional Airport into conformity with current Federal Aviation Administration standards and represents a critical infrastructure investment supporting regional civil aviation operations. As a design-phase award, this funding supports preliminary planning and engineering activities necessary to advance the subsequent construction phases of the taxiway improvement initiative.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project constructs new 7,300 foot taxiway c to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. This project installs new lighting on taxiway c to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. This project reseals 1,250 feet of existing taxiway b pavement and joints at a nonhub primary airport to extend its useful life. This grant funds phase 1, which consists of design. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with pierre, south dakota.