Reconstruct terminal; expand terminal building

The U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded a $789,473.68 Project Grant to the Rock Springs Sweetwater County Airport through the Airport Improvement Program (CFDA 20.106), Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Programs, and COVID-19 Airports Programs. The grant funds the expansion of the airport's commercial terminal by 14,172 square feet and the reconstruction of 16,805 square feet of the existing terminal. This will facilitate the movement of passengers and baggage, bringing the airport into conformity with current standards. The grant covers Phase 4, which includes 450 square feet of reconstruction, and Phase 5, which includes 225 square feet of expansion. The project is intended to support the transportation needs of the local community in Rock Springs, Wyoming and is expected to be completed by April 22, 2029.

Activities and expected outcomes

This project expands the existing commercial terminal by 14,172 square feet. This grant funds expansion of 225 square feet. This expansion will facilitate the movement of passengers and baggage to bring the airport into conformity with current standards. This project reconstructs 16,805 square feet of existing terminal. This grant funds passenger holding and baggage handling areas that have reached the end of their useful lives. This grant funds phase 5, which includes expansion of 225 square feet. This grant funds phase 4, which includes reconstruction of 450 square feet. Intended beneficiary: this grant will provide federal funding for airports associated with rock springs, wyoming.