Patrick J. Ottensmeyer International Railway Bridge
Sector: Rail • Location: Laredo, Texas, United States
Source: FreightWaves
The Patrick J. Ottensmeyer International Railway Bridge is the second span crossing the Rio Grande at the busiest rail gateway between the United States and Mexico. It was officially opened on February 6, 2025, and aims to streamline train traffic, enhancing border security and trade efficiency.
- Status
- Closed
- Sector
- Rail, Bridge, Mass Transit
- Location
- Laredo, Texas, United States of America
- Updated
- 22 Jul 2026
- Source
- FreightWaves
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Original status | completed |
Taiyo status | Closed |
Taiyo last update | 2026-07-22 |
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Description | The Patrick J. Ottensmeyer International Railway Bridge is the second span crossing the Rio Grande at the busiest rail gateway between the United States and Mexico. It was officially opened on February 6, 2025, and aims to streamline train traffic, enhancing border security and trade efficiency. |
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Location
Country | United States of America (USA) |
State | Texas |
City | Laredo |
Source
Source | FreightWaves |
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Record type | Project |
Sector | Rail, Bridge, Mass Transit |
Article published date | 2025-02-14 |
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