U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has announced a temporary suspension of vehicular and commercial bus traffic at the Juarez-Lincoln Bridge in Laredo, Texas, on the morning of September 11, 2025. The closure is scheduled to begin at 6:45 a.m. and will last until approximately 8 a.m., as CBP hosts its annual ceremony marking the anniversary of the September 11 attacks.
"On Thursday, Sept. 11, 2025, at 6:45 a.m., CBP, will temporarily halt all vehicular and commercial bus traffic at the Juarez-Lincoln Bridge to host the annual 9/11 ceremony. Vehicular traffic is expected to resume at 8 a.m. CBP encourages the traveling public to make arrangements to cross prior to 6:45 a.m. if they plan to utilize the Juarez-Lincoln Bridge as a travel route. As an alternative route, Colombia-Solidarity Bridge will open at 6 a.m. on Sept 11, to accommodate the traveling public."
CBP officials recommend that travelers who plan to use the Juarez-Lincoln Bridge adjust their schedules accordingly or consider using the Colombia-Solidarity Bridge, which will be available from 6 a.m. on September 11.
The agency also reminds travelers about using radio frequency identification technology-equipped travel documents for faster processing through designated Ready Lanes.
CBP encourages travelers to check real-time border wait times online or by downloading the BWT app from Apple App Store or Google Play so they can choose less congested routes based on updated information.
Updates and further information are available via social media accounts managed by CBP’s Laredo Field Office (@DFOLaredo) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection South Texas (@CBPSouthTexas).
"U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is America's frontline: the nation's largest law enforcement organization and the world's first unified border management agency. The 65,000+ men and women of CBP protect America on the ground, in the air, and on the seas. We enforce safe, lawful travel and trade and ensure our country's economic prosperity. We enhance the nation's security through innovation, intelligence, collaboration, and trust."
A complete list of local and regional CBP social media accounts is also available for those seeking more information.
