Notice - Joseph State Airport Runway, Taxiway, and Apron Surface Seal Project Starting Summer 2026

The Oregon Department of Aviation is planning to start the Joseph State Airport Runway, Taxiway, and Apron Surface Seal Project this summer, 2026. 

This project will include crack seal, pavement patching, surface seal, and new pavement markings on the runway, taxiways, and apron. 

The runway, taxiways, and apron are expected to be closed for up to 16 days between 3 work areas. This project may begin as soon as June 15th, 2026. Once the grants are issued and the contract is signed, we will share project start dates and phasing as soon as that information is available. 

Important Operating Information

(!) When the runway is closed, fixed wing aircraft will not be able to arrive or depart at Joseph until the runway reopens. The runway may reopen while work is being done on the taxiways. Back-taxi on the runway may be required depending on taxiway closures. Access to tie-down parking and hangars may be restricted depending on taxilane and apron closures. 

(!!) Please check NOTAMs for closure times and the most current airport surface closures. Helicopters may arrive or depart directly to/from open areas of the airport.

(!!!) As always, please remain outside of, and avoid low flight over closed work areas.

We will work to keep construction impacts to a minimum and reopen surfaces as quickly as possible. Thank you for your patience while we maintain the Joseph State Airport.