Benewah County

Benewah County is a local government entity located in St. Maries, Idaho, registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) since 2004. As a U.S. local government and county-level organization, it primarily focuses on regional infrastructure development, particularly in airport and transportation-related projects. The county's primary federal engagement involves working with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to improve regional airport infrastructure and support community development initiatives.

The county has received multiple federal grants, predominantly from the FAA's Airport Improvement Program, totaling significant investments in airport infrastructure. Recent grants, ranging from $427,777 to $476,031, have supported multi-phase projects at the Saint Maries airport, including constructing access roads, taxilanes, and hangar development areas. These projects aim to make the airport more self-sustaining by generating additional revenue. Beyond airport infrastructure, Benewah County has also received sub-grants related to COVID-19 testing and mitigation support from the Idaho Department of Health & Welfare, and emergency management grants from the State of Idaho Military Division, including debris management and homeland security support (2020 SHSP). The county's grant portfolio demonstrates a consistent focus on infrastructure improvement, public health response, and emergency preparedness across various federal and state programs.