Construct/expand fuel farm

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded the Wisconsin Department of Transportation a Project Grant totaling $217,000 on September 10, 2025, under the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106) to administer a state block grant program providing federal funding for airport infrastructure improvements at non-primary airports throughout Wisconsin. The grant supports the development and modernization of airport facilities to maintain a safe and efficient aviation system across the state. As the designated state administrator, WisDOT distributes these federal funds to eligible sub-grantees while maintaining oversight and compliance responsibilities to ensure successful project implementation.

Under this grant, Oconto County received a sub-award effective February 20, 2026, to construct a Jet A fuel farm facility, with Phase 1 focusing on design and resident engineering services. This infrastructure project represents a critical component of airport operational capability, enabling fuel supply infrastructure necessary to support aviation operations at the county's airport facility. The project period extends through September 9, 2029, allowing sufficient time for design completion, engineering oversight, and project closeout activities.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project awards a state block grant program grant to the state of wisconsin 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 wisconsin state block grant program.