Baja California is experiencing a key moment in its development, with three major infrastructure projects seeking to improve mobility, strengthen trade, and strengthen border relations with the United States. Although all face delays, they remain on track and represent an ambitious commitment to the state’s future.
Elevated Viaduct
This is one of the most anticipated projects, connecting the San Ysidro Port of Entry and Playas de Tijuana to facilitate traffic to the Tijuana International Airport. This road seeks to prevent heavy traffic from crossing urban areas and reduce noise and air pollution.
According to the National Infrastructure Fund (Fonadin), it will have a total length of 10.5 kilometers: 6.6 km will be elevated road, 0.8 km will be bridges, 1.4 km will be tunnels, 1.5 km will be false tunnels, and only 0.2 km will be at natural ground level. This project aims to facilitate the crossing of goods through Tijuana’s customs office and benefit thousands of motorists.
The ferry between Ensenada and San Diego
This service was designed as a faster alternative to traditional border crossings. The trip will cover 70 nautical miles in approximately 2.5 hours and will cost between $50 and $60 per passenger.
The vessel, with capacity for 330 passengers, will offer amenities such as Wi-Fi, a cafeteria, restrooms, accessibility for people with disabilities, and outdoor areas. Azteca Ferries will also allow service pets.
Baja California’s Secretary of Economy and Innovation, Kurt Honold Morales, reported that the ferry would arrive in Ensenada on July 28. However, the Port of San Diego clarified that permits and reviews from state and federal agencies are still pending, which prevents even navigation tests.
Tijuana has the largest border crossing in the world. The growing pressure exerted by tourist and commercial crossings demands urgent solutions. Therefore, authorities pushed forward with the construction of the Otay Port of Entry II, which seeks to ease vehicular and commercial flow.
Mexico completed the project on time, but the United States has yet to begin work. The San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG) reported that construction would not begin until fall 2025, after more than two years of delay.
Progress has been hampered by a lack of budget, design flaws, and administrative obstacles from Customs and Border Protection (CBP).
Source: es-us.noticias.yahoo
