State approves funding for Brazoria County Airport

Who, What, When, Where

• Approximately $7.8 million for Brazoria County Airport was approved by the Texas Transportation Commission at its June meeting.
• The funds will be used for planned airport improvements, which includes: Pavement improvements
• A contract for the project is expected to be awarded this fall.
• Project costs will be funded through TxDOT’s Aviation Facilities Grant Program, which preserves and improves the state’s general aviation system, and Brazoria County.

Background

• This year, TxDOT expects to provide approximately $60 million in funding for planning, constructing and maintaining community airports.
• Approximately 275 community airports in Texas are eligible for funding.
• Arrivals and departures from community airports account for more than three million flight hours per year and provide aircraft facilities for agricultural, medical, business and commuter use.