Improve habitats for native plants and animals, while mitigating flooding
and protecting riverbank integrity through erosion control while
reversing soil degradation.
Enhance border security and integrate advanced security measures in
partnership with local and state law enforcement and national
border security agencies.
Serve as an economic catalyst for private investment to include entertainment,
art, dining and shopping.
Promote artistic, historical, cultural and social activities that a new greenspace
provides, while offering enriching and captivating experiences.
Express unity between two cities--two nations. The Park serves
as a grand "abrazo” and model for other international borders.
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.
Aims to improve habitats for native plants and species while ensuring water conservation
This bold and ambitious project will grow in human, social, economic and natural capital.
Security measures along with Border Patrol and Customs oversight will be in place at all times.
"Bringing 2 nations together through new educational, cultural and recreational activities (hiking/biking) will vastly promote our city and our community."
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.
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.
Laredo is home to amazing birds species and offers a unique experience for all bird watchers while also opening opportunities for eco-tourism.
By opening the borders to both nations, shoppers and tourists will have a unique bicultural shopping experience while exploring both nations historical inspirations.
Opening new experiences through air, land and water exploration, the binational project brings visitors from both nations closer together to enjoy each others company.
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.
Mexico has committed $72 million to address river pollution and wastewater management.
Private funding donations will be sought from foundations, companies, organizations and individuals, making this an exemplary example of a public private partnership.
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.
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.
Mexico has committed $72 million to address river pollution and wastewater management.
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.
Private funding donations will be sought from foundations, companies, organizations and individuals, making this an exemplary example of a public private partnership.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Congressman Henry Cuellar, (D-TX28)
Frank Rotnofsky, AIA,
Principal and Vice President of Able City.
Pete Saenz, City of Laredo Mayor
Tricia Cortez, Executive Director,
Rio Grande International Study Center
Would you like some more information and have some questions? Send us a message.
Laredo, Texas / Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas
info@binationalriverfront.com
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