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Parallel taxiway construction begins; runway panel problems could add days and tens of thousands in repairs
Summary
Construction on the airport's Parallel Taxway began Aug. 11. Airport staff reported a longstanding dip in runway pavement that may require replacing concrete panels; early estimates range from $25,000–$40,000 for a small repair to more than $100,000 if multiple panels are affected and could add 4–5 days to the runway closure.
Guthrie-Edmond Regional Airport staff told the airport board Aug. 12 that construction on the Parallel Taxway officially began Aug. 11 and that crews have activated all appropriate NOTAMs.
Airport Director reported that crews are working along the closed portion of Taxiway Alpha between Alpha-4 and Alpha-3 and that staff are coordinating with the prime contractor and the airport's representative to keep users informed.
The director said crews have identified a lighter-colored patch of panels near the south (34) end at Alpha-2 that is likely causing a dip in the runway surface. “If it's 2 to 3 panels, we're looking at a $25,000 to $40,000 fix. If it's 6 or more panels, it's well over $100,000,” the director said. He said Park Hill will use LiDAR data to estimate how many panels need replacement and provide a formal recommendation.
The director told the board that repairing panels while the contractor is on site could be more efficient but would extend the runway closure. “Toby has estimated that even if it's 6 panels, he thinks we could add 4 to 5 days to the closure period,” the director said.
Board members asked whether the displaced threshold on the runway was tied to tree obstructions. The director said previous inspections by the state aeronautics office (ODAA) attributed the displaced threshold to trees along the Martin property; acquiring part of that property and planned east-side fence clearing this fall could allow removal of some obstructions and a future reassessment.
Staff emphasized that a definitive scope and cost will depend on Park Hill's assessment and that funding sources have not been identified. The board did not take formal action on repairs at the Aug. 12 meeting; the matter remains a staff-level item pending an engineering report and cost estimate.
Background: NOTAMs are temporary notices to airmen that inform pilots of runway and taxiway conditions; the board said it will post gate signage and an opt-in text notification (text FLYGOK to the airport number) to keep users updated.
