• Ecology and Environment


    Improve habitats for native plants and animals, while mitigating flooding

    and protecting riverbank integrity through erosion control while

    reversing soil degradation.

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  • Security & Safety Is Vital


    Enhance border security and integrate advanced security measures in

    partnership with local and state law enforcement and national

    border security agencies.

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  • Shopping Better Together


    Serve as an economic catalyst for private investment to include entertainment,

    art, dining and shopping.

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  • Celebrating Both Nations


    Promote artistic, historical, cultural and social activities that a new greenspace

    provides, while offering enriching and captivating experiences.

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  • Two Nations Come Together


    Express unity between two cities--two nations. The Park serves

    as a grand "abrazo” and model for other international borders. 

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The Binational Riverfront Project

A Rio Grande river restoration and conservation project between Laredo, Texas and Nuevo Laredo, Mexico.

A community led conservation effort between Laredo, Texas and Nuevo Laredo, Mexico, the Binational River Conservation Project aims to strengthen the historic relationship between two nations around a unified vision of a 6.2 mile stretch of the Rio Grande River for a project that champions river restoration, economy revitalization, while celebrating a shared heritage and culture. The first of its kind, the plan would become an international landmark.

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Quality of Life

Will attract new recreational, educational and cultural opportunities.

Environment

Aims to improve habitats for native plants and species while ensuring water conservation

Economic Spur

This bold and ambitious project will grow in human, social, economic and natural capital.

Safety & Security

Security measures along with Border Patrol and Customs oversight will be in place at all times.

Welcome To The

BINATIONAL RIVERFRONT

PROJECT

The New Bi-National Riverfront Park comes loaded with many new and exciting activities for the whole family. Not only will 2 nations be able to join in on the fun, but also explore and take part in new adventures.

"Bringing 2 nations together through new educational, cultural and recreational activities (hiking/biking) will vastly promote our city and our community."

Our Mission

The Bi-National Riverfront at the Rio Grande/Rio Bravo in Laredo and Nuevo Laredo connects and celebrates our common culture on the United States and Mexico border. It reclaims our shared history, spurs the economy, promotes security on both sides of the river, and restores the ecological treasure we call home. The first of its kind, this international conservation project enhances our quality of life and serves as a prototype for border cities around the world to follow.


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Leading The Effort

A project that brings two nations together is an undertaking that requires like-minded visionaries sharing the ability to see the vast potential of a bi-national park. We are proud of the group of individuals and organizations that have tirelessly worked together – and continue to do so in seeing the project come to fruition.

Funding The Project

While creating a Binational Riverfront between Laredo and Nuevo Laredo is a bold and ambitious project, and one that will require a significant financial commitment, the resulting growth in human, social, economic and natural capital will far exceed the initial investment.

Committed Neighbors

Mexico has committed $72 million to address river pollution and wastewater management.

Donations

Private funding donations will be sought from foundations, companies, organizations and individuals, making this an exemplary example of a public private partnership. 

Funding Sources

Anticipated funding sources include local, state and federal grants related to securing clean drinking water, river clean up and conservation efforts, protection for and propagation of native plant and animal species, advanced border security initiatives, educational and recreational programs, and economic revitalization. 

Federal Grants

A $52 million federal grant from the Water Resources Development Act of 2020 authorized funding to restore 16.75 acres of wetlands surrounding Chacon Creek, a watershed of the Rio Grande, and 400 acres of adjacent riparian vegetation. Currently the City of Laredo and the US Corps of Engineers are negotiating a cost share agreement for a preliminary study before construction begins.

Committed Neighbors

Mexico has committed $72 million to address river pollution and wastewater management.

Funding Sources

Anticipated funding sources include local, state and federal grants related to securing clean drinking water, river clean up and conservation efforts, protection for and propagation of native plant and animal species, advanced border security initiatives, educational and recreational programs, and economic revitalization. 

Donations

Private funding donations will be sought from foundations, companies, organizations and individuals, making this an exemplary example of a public private partnership. 

Federal Grants

A $2 million federal grant from the Water Resources Development Act of 2020 authorized funding to restore 16.75 acres of wetlands surrounding Chacon Creek, a watershed of the Rio Grande, and 400 acres of adjacent riparian vegetation. Currently the City of Laredo and the US Corps of Engineers are negotiating a cost share agreement for a preliminary study before construction begins.

The Design

Overland Partners, in collaboration with Able City, were unanimously chosen by Laredo City Council and members of the Binational Working Group to conceptualize the Binational River Conservation Project. With international experts from OLIN Studios and ARUP, and representatives from Crane Engineering and LAN Hydrology, architects, engineers and scientists creatively and boldly imagined the park in the context of its unique environmental and cultural location. They presented a site plan for the 6.2 mile tract, aerial renderings, and eye level perspectives to stakeholders in February, 2022.

Binational Riverfront Project Questions

We know you have questions about this incredible project. Get to know a little more of the efforts we are doing to make this project come to life and play a vital role in our community.

  • How do you plan to address border security with a space that is shared among two countries?

    ARUP and OLIN Studio are among the design partners, and they bring vast experience incorporating stringent security measures into public spaces, including many large-scale governmental projects. We are also working closely with Border Patrol and Customs to address the complexities of both cities and bring a real solution to the pressing challenges on both sides of the border in sustainable and inspiring ways. 

  • Who is going to pay for the conservation measures?

    Since this is a shared river, there are many agencies involved at the local, state and federal level. We believe capital will come from a combination of funding sources, including grants and donations from individuals, companies and foundations.

  • What is the key objective of this project?

    The Binational Conservation Project takes two cities that have been disengaged from the river and redirects them to one another and to the river through shared program and by revitalizing the ecology of the area. River conservation is the focus to accomplish the stated project mission and goals—we need to clean up the river so that people can continue to rely on it for the vitality of the region and to serve as a prototype for other border cities.

    In recent interviews, leaders from both sides of the border explained the key role the Bi-National River Park plays in the future vitality of both sides of the border. 

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Support from Border Leaders

This project has gained support from local and international leaders along with renowned organizations who are looking forward in bringing our both the United States and Mexico closer together for future generations.

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