Reconstruct terminal

The City of Sturgis, South Dakota received a $271,957.89 Project Grant from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) on August 26, 2025, with a completion date of August 25, 2029. The project will reconstruct approximately 700 square feet of existing terminal infrastructure at Sturgis Regional Airport, including the renovation of two restrooms, replacement of windows, and reconfiguration of existing space to optimize terminal utilization. This reconstruction effort addresses terminal facilities that have reached the end of their useful life and will enhance operational efficiency at the airport serving the Sturgis area.

The Airport Improvement Program, administered by the FAA, funds infrastructure investments to develop and modernize public-use airports nationwide, supporting the FAA's strategic objectives of safety, operational excellence, and long-term economic benefits. The program encompasses traditional Airport Improvement Program funding, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) appropriations, and legacy COVID-19 relief grants. The City of Sturgis has a documented history of successfully managing FAA airport infrastructure grants, including multiple projects totaling approximately $4.6 million for airport improvements such as taxiway construction, terminal reconstruction, and safety system installations.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project reconstructs 700 square feet of existing terminal including 2 restrooms, windows, and reconfiguring existing space to enhance utilization of terminal that has reached the end of its useful life. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with sturgis, south dakota.