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Bridge in Tamaulipas state, Mexico From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Anzalduas International Bridge is an international bridge over the Rio Grande, which connects the western outskirts of both the city of Mission, Texas in the United States and the city of Reynosa, Tamaulipas state, in Mexico.
Anzalduas International Bridge | |
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Crosses | Rio Grande, Mexico—U.S. border |
Locale | Mission, Texas, United States; Reynosa, Tamaulipas state, Mexico |
History | |
Opened | December 15, 2009 |
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It provides cross-border commuters with two southbound and northbound lanes, as well as a pedestrian crossing.[1]
The bridge opened on December 15, 2009.[2]
The Anzalduas Port of Entry opened on December 15, 2009 with the completion of the Anzalduas International Bridge. It was designed to divert traffic from the congested Hidalgo Texas Port of Entry.
Commercial trucks and pedestrians continue to be prohibited from entering the US via this crossing; however, empty trucks may travel southbound to Mexico. The bridge has a dedicated commuter lane (SENTRI) that is open on restricted hours and frequently open to the general public during high traffic hours without notice.
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