Anzalduas International Bridge Ready to Open
December 13, 2009From the City of McAllen:
The new Anzalduas International Bridge, a joint venture between the cities of McAllen, Mission, Hidalgo and Granjeno, will open Tuesday morning December 15 at 6:00am.
The new crossing will cut down commute time for thousands of U.S. workers employed at maquiladoras, or Mexican manufacturing plants.
About two miles long on the U.S. side and about 2 miles long on the Mexican side, it features two northbound and two southbound lanes, elevated to preserve a nearby U.S. Fish and Wildlife Refuge. The Department of Homeland Security has also installed sophisticated technology to enhance security and safety.
The new bridge is accessible through Military Highway and South Bryan Road in Mission.
Fast Facts
- Located three miles up the Rio Grande River from the Hidalgo-Reynosa International Bridge
- Only non-commercial traffic will be allowed at opening
- Closest international crossing to Mexico City and Monterrey
- Expected to reduce travel time to Monterrey by 45 minutes
- Joint project between the cities of McAllen, Mission, Hidalgo and Granjeno
Grand Opening planned next month
