Presidio–Ojinaga International Bridge

The Presidio-Ojinaga International Bridge is a toll road crossing that spans the Rio Grande to connect the United States and Mexico. It serves both vehicle and pedestrian traffic with border inspection services on both sides.

A wooden structure built in 1917 first connected the two communities across the Rio Grande. The original crossing was replaced in 1985 with the current permanent bridge that serves the region today.

The crossing links residents of Presidio and Ojinaga who maintain close family and business ties across the border. People use this route regularly to visit relatives, shop, and conduct everyday commerce between the two communities.

The crossing operates during daylight hours with inspection services staffed by border officials from both countries. Visitors should have their documents ready and expect to allow time for vehicle or personal inspection.

This crossing is one of the few border crossings in the remote Big Bend region where major cities are far apart. Its isolated location makes it essential for small communities that would otherwise be disconnected from each other.

Location: Texas

Inception: 1985

Part of: Mexico–United States border

GPS coordinates: 29.56173,-104.39511

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:42