The nearest motels and recreational sites are located in Canada at a distance of 4 miles (6.4 km).

The airport was constructed in 1962 as an emergency landing facility and was dedicated the following year by Senator Henry M.

[5] The unattended airport is at an elevation of 1,655 ft (504 m) above mean sea level[1] and covers 10 acres (4.0 ha).

An overflight to verify field conditions and to rule out obstructions (such as pedestrians, vehicles or animals) is recommended.

For the 12-month period ending December 31, 2006, the airport had 800 general aviation aircraft operations, an average of 66 per month.