Reconstruct taxiway

The City of Vermillion, South Dakota received a $1.55 million Project Grant award on August 14, 2025, under the Federal Aviation Administration's Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) to reconstruct deteriorated taxiway pavement at Vermillion Regional Airport. This Phase 2 project encompasses the reconstruction of 1,760 linear feet of existing Taxiway A and 240 linear feet of Taxiway A2, both of which have reached the end of their useful service lives. The grant funding will support the reconstruction activities necessary to restore these critical airport infrastructure components to operational standards.

The project is anticipated for completion by August 13, 2029, allowing adequate time for design, bidding, construction, and closeout phases. As a civilian airport infrastructure investment, this grant aligns with the FAA's strategic objectives of maintaining a safe and efficient nationwide airport system. The funding supports the City of Vermillion's documented track record of securing federal aviation grants for airport modernization, which has historically included pavement rehabilitation, lighting improvements, and weather observation system installations.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project reconstructs 1,760 feet of existing paved taxiway a and 240 feet of existing taxiway A2 pavement that have reached the end of their useful lives. This grant funds phase 2, which consists of reconstruction of taxiway pavement. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with vermillion, south dakota.