Reconstruct runway; reconstruct parking lot

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), through the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106), awarded Victoria County Regional Airport a $1.5M grant on July 15, 2025, to fund Phase 1 planning and preliminary engineering activities for the reconstruction of critical airport infrastructure. The grant will support the development of a preliminary engineering report necessary to advance two major capital projects: the reconstruction of 9,111 linear feet of Runway 13/31, which has reached the end of its useful life, and the reconstruction of a 50,000-square-foot non-revenue-generating parking lot at the non-primary airport facility that has similarly exceeded its serviceable life.

This project grant, with an ultimate completion date of July 14, 2029, represents the FAA's investment in maintaining and modernizing airport infrastructure within the Victoria, Texas region. The preliminary engineering phase will establish the technical and financial framework necessary for subsequent project phases, enabling the airport to proceed with the physical reconstruction activities required to restore runway and parking lot facilities to operational standards. As a planning and development project under the Airport Improvement Program, the grant supports the FAA's strategic goals of safety, operational excellence, and infrastructure resilience while contributing to the long-term economic benefits of the region through enhanced transportation infrastructure.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project reconstructs 9,111 feet of existing paved runway 13/31 that has reached the end of its useful life. This project reconstructs the existing 50,000 square foot nonrevenue generating parking lot at non primary airport that has reached the end of its useful life. This grant funds phase 1, which consists of developing a preliminary engineering report. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with victoria, texas.