St Croix Regional Medical Center is set to receive $105m from the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development (RD) to build a new 130,000ft² critical access hospital in St Croix Falls, Wisconsin, US.

The funding consists of a $10m guaranteed loan and a direct loan of $95m.

Established in 1954, the current hospital faces limitations due to outdated infrastructure, making it difficult to maintain consistent quality care.

St Croix’s new facility is designed to increase the bed capacity to 25, upon completion, incorporate diagnostic capabilities and advanced imaging, and add specialty and surgical care departments.

The layout will consolidate outpatient services and support efficient patient movement.

It will also ensure accessibility in line with the Americans with Disabilities Act, provide additional parking and include updated technology systems.

The project aims to reduce ongoing operational expenses, improve patient safety and comfort, meet regulatory codes, and enhance energy efficiency.

Additionally, the hospital will prioritise outpatient services, expanding areas dedicated to these offerings in response to changing healthcare demands in the community.

The replacement facility will be situated about three miles from the current hospital, positioned outside the main residential area of St Croix Falls to provide emergency vehicles with easier access.

USDA RD state director Andrew Iverson said: “Access to health care is an important element of a prosperous and self-sustaining community.”

“President Trump and Secretary [of Agriculture] Rollins are focused on investing in critical infrastructure to make sure rural Wisconsinites have access to the health care services they need.”

Funding for the project will be provided through the Community Facilities Direct Loans and Guaranteed Loans programme.