INFRASTRUCTURE GROUP
El Paso International Airport Taxiway M
El Paso, Texas
The Taxiway M Relocation project at the El Paso International Airport involved the demolition and relocation of Taxiway M to align it with the Runway 8R threshold, improving airfield operational efficiency and safety. The project included the construction of new pavement, electrical systems, stormwater drainage, and site grading.
The scope of work featured the removal of over 117,000 square yards of milled asphalt and concrete pavement. In its place, new 15-inch thick concrete pavement, cement-treated base course, and asphalt were installed, totaling over 85,000 square yards of new materials. Additionally, the electrical infrastructure was upgraded with over 94,000 linear feet of cables and more than 31,000 linear feet of underground conduit to support airfield lighting and 124 new taxiway and runway light fixtures, along with 15 airfield guidance signs.
A 15-foot tall, 160-foot wide visual screen was constructed at the end of Runway 8L to enhance safety and visibility. The project was completed in about 11 months, following all change orders, and plays a vital role in ensuring the continued safety and capacity of the El Paso airfield.