Fort Hancock – El Porvenir International Bridge

The Fort Hancock-El Porvenir International Bridge is a toll crossing that spans the Rio Grande between two border towns on a two-lane roadway. The structure connects the Texas community with the settlement on the Mexican side and accommodates daily vehicle traffic.

The crossing was built in 1936 by the International Boundary and Water Commission as a permanent connection between the United States and Mexico at this location. Its construction established the first formal border passage in this remote area of the Rio Grande.

The bridge serves as a daily crossing point where residents from both communities maintain family ties and conduct local trade. For people living near the border, it represents a vital link that keeps these two towns connected across the Rio Grande.

Travelers should carry valid identification documents such as passports or driver licenses, as these are checked at the border. The crossing operates daily, and wait times are generally brief.

Despite its location in a remote desert region, this crossing operates with notable efficiency compared to more well-traveled border points. The smaller facility demonstrates how a modest infrastructure can handle regular cross-border movement effectively.

Location: Texas

Location: Chihuahua

Inception: 1936

Official opening: 1936

Part of: Mexico–United States border

GPS coordinates: 31.27306,-105.85444

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:41