State approves funding for Harrison County Airport
State approves funding for Harrison County Airport
July 1, 2021
Approximately $158,000 for Harrison County Airportwas approved by the Texas Transportation Commission at its June meeting.
The funds will be used for planned airport improvements, which includes:
Automated Weather Observing System replacement
A project bid will be executed this summer.
Project costs will be funded through Harrison County and TxDOT’s Aviation Facilities Grant Program, which preserves and improves the state’s general aviation system.
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.