Reseal/resurface runway; reseal/resurface taxiway

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded Grant County Port District 9 (doing business as The Port of Ephrata) a Project Grant of $666,290.53 under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) on August 12, 2025, with a completion date of August 11, 2029. This grant funds a portion of Phase 1 design and construction activities to reseal and resurface critical airfield pavement at Ephrata Municipal Airport in Ephrata, Washington. Specifically, the project reseals 5,500 linear feet of existing Runway 3/21 pavement and reseals 7,500 linear feet of existing Taxiway A pavement at the nonprimary airport facility. These pavement maintenance activities are designed to extend the useful service life of the existing infrastructure.

This grant is coordinated with an associated Airport Infrastructure Grant that funds the remaining eligible project costs. The Airport Improvement Program supports the development and maintenance of public-use airport infrastructure nationwide to ensure a safe and efficient airport system adequate to meet civil aeronautics needs and long-term economic benefits.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project reseals 5,500 feet of existing runway 3/21 pavement at a nonprimary airport to extend its useful life. This project RESEALS7,500 feet of existing taxiway a pavement at a nonprimary airport to extend its useful life. This grant funds a portion of phase 1, which consists of design and construction. This grant is associated with an airport infrastructure grant that funds the remaining eligible portion of the project. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with ephrata, washington.