Construct wildlife perimeter fencing

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded $1.89 million to the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) on September 11, 2025, with an ultimate completion date of September 10, 2029. This project grant supports the construction of wildlife perimeter fencing as part of airport infrastructure improvements. TxDOT administers this award as a state block grant program, distributing sub-awards to nonprimary airports throughout Texas to enhance airport safety and operational infrastructure.

The funding facilitates airport infrastructure development at participating nonprimary airports within the Texas state block grant program, contributing to the FAA's strategic objectives of safety and operational excellence. The four-year project timeline reflects the typical implementation schedule for airport infrastructure initiatives under the Airport Improvement Program, which supports the development, modernization, and maintenance of public-use airport facilities nationwide.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project awards a state block grant program grant to the state of texas to administer airport improvement program sub-awards for nonprimary airports within the state. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports in the texas state block grant program.