Temporary Shortened Runway

DRIGGS, Idaho — June 8, 2026. The City of Driggs closed the Driggs-Reed Memorial Airport (KDIJ) on the morning of June 6th after discovering that a section of the asphalt runway had significant water intrusion causing potential underlying structural weakness that might not support aircraft.

The City’s Airport Engineer, Jviation, and Airport Superintendent have initiated a plan for reopening the airport by the morning of Tuesday, June 9th, with a shorter 3,850 foot runway length that avoids the damaged section of runway. Pilots desiring to take off or land before reopening of the shortened runway must obtain prior permission by contacting Airport Superintendent Billy Cyr at 607-341-8041.

The source of water intrusion has been identified and diverted. Evaluation and repair of the asphalt, and ultimately the reopening of the runway’s full length is anticipated to take 8-10 weeks. Updates will be posted on the airport’s website at https://driggsairport.org/ . Questions may be directed to City Administrator Doug Self at 208-354-2362, ext. 2111 or via email to dself@driggsidaho.org .

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