Reseal/resurface runway pavement

The City of St. George received a $316,105.26 project grant from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) on August 27, 2025, to resurface and reseal approximately 9,100 feet of existing Runway 1/19 pavement at St. George Regional Airport, a non-hub primary airport facility. The grant funds a portion of the total project costs, with an associated Airport Improvement Program grant funding the remaining eligible expenses. The project is designed to extend the useful life of the runway infrastructure and is scheduled for completion by August 26, 2029.

This grant represents federal investment in critical airport infrastructure maintenance as authorized under the Airport Improvement Program, which supports the development and modernization of public-use airports throughout the United States to ensure safe and efficient civil aviation operations. The project directly benefits the St. George, Utah region by maintaining essential transportation infrastructure that supports regional economic activity and aviation connectivity.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project reseals 9,100 feet of existing runway 1/19 pavement at a non hub primary airport to extend its useful life. This grant funds a portion of the total project. This grant is associated with an airport improvement program grant that funds the remaining eligible portion of the project. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with ST. George, utah.