DEL RIO, Texas – The U.S. Customs and Border Protection announced today that the Office of Field Operations (OFO) Del Rio Port of Entry will temporarily divert and reroute traffic from Del Rio to Eagle Pass to more effectively manage resources and ensure uninterrupted trade and ensure the flow of travel. In accordance with established cross-border travel management practices, traffic that normally uses the Amistad Dam International Bridge and Del Rio International Bridge is directed 57 miles east to the Eagle Pass Port of Entry.
This temporary closure and postponement is necessary to allow CBP to respond to urgent security needs created by the influx of migrants to Del Rio and is effective immediately. It will promote and protect national interests and help maintain the safety of the traveling public, commercial traffic, and CBP staff and facilities.
