Pursuant to Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations 1506.6(b) notice is hereby given by the Houston Airport System (HAS), that a Draft Environmental Assessment (EA) has been prepared to evaluate the potential environmental impacts of the proposed Runway 13R-31L Reconstruction Project (Proposed Project) at William P. Hobby Airport (HOU), CEQ ID No: EAXX-021-12-ARP-1731593648.
HAS is proposing to reconstruct Runway 13R-31L and replace and improve existing exit taxiways, including high-speed exits, to meet FAA runway and taxiway design criteria while improving operational efficiency and overall safety of the Airport. The Proposed Project is needed to address deficiencies in Runway 13R-31L and its associated taxiway connectors. These deficiencies present operational and safety concerns and include cracking and deteriorated pavement, outdated taxiway alignments that no longer meet FAA geometry guidelines, and obsolete electrical infrastructure and equipment.
The Draft EA evaluates the potential environmental effects of the Proposed Project described above and has been prepared pursuant to the requirements of Section 102(2)(c) of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA). The FAA is the lead federal agency to ensure compliance with NEPA for airport development actions. The Draft EA has also been prepared in accordance with FAA Order 1050.1F, Environmental Impacts: Policies and Procedures, and FAA Order 5050.4B, National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Implementing Instructions for Airport Actions. The Draft EA includes an analysis of reasonable alternatives, potential environmental impacts, and mitigation measures as appropriate
Public Review:
For your reference, the Draft EA may be found at the following online location by clicking here. A hard copy of the Draft EA can be viewed at HAS offices, during normal business hours. Please call 281-233-1177 or email hobbyrunway13r@houstontx.gov to schedule an appointment to review the hard copy in person at:
Houston Airport System
111 Standifer Street
Humble, Texas 77338
Public Comments:
The public may submit comments to the Environmental Department at the previously listed address or via e-mail at hobbyrunway13r@houstontx.gov. To be considered, all comments must be received by 5 p.m. on February 16, 2025.
Public Meeting:
The public may request a public meeting on the Draft EA at any time prior to February 16, 2025, at 5 PM Central Standard Time (CST) via email at hobbyrunway13r@houstontx.gov. If a public meeting is requested, it will occur within approximately two weeks of February 16, 2025, with the date and time on Fly2houston website.