Gateway to the Americas International Bridge
Gateway to the Americas International Bridge, International toll bridge between Laredo, Texas and Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas, Mexico
The Gateway to the Americas International Bridge spans 1,050 feet across the Rio Grande with four traffic lanes and two pedestrian walkways.
The bridge site has maintained border connections since 1889, with the current structure opening in 1954 after previous versions suffered flood damage.
This crossing point connects two cities that share deep economic ties, fostering daily interactions between communities on both sides of the border.
The bridge operates 24 hours for pedestrians, while vehicle access is restricted to SENTRI program participants who must pay varying toll rates.
The U.S. Inspection Station at the bridge, constructed in 1943, received recognition on the National Register of Historic Places in 1992.
Location: Texas
Location: Tamaulipas
Inception: 1954
Official opening: 1954
Length: 264 m
Part of: Mexico–United States border
GPS coordinates: 27.49940,-99.50740
Latest update: May 16, 2025 05:38
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