A new SENTRI lane on Calle Segunda in downtown Tijuana is already showing significant results in reducing wait times and easing traffic congestion.
Of the roughly 20,000 vehicles that cross daily through SENTRI, about 3,000 have begun using the new lane, helping to relieve pressure on nearby streets like Calle Libertad, which previously clogged during peak hours. The goal is to reach 25% of total crossings (around 5,000 vehicles per day) meeting the projected congestion-reduction targets, according to Pedro Montejo Peterson, Tijuana’s Secretary of Economic Development.
The lane operates daily from 4:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. and features two inspection booths as part of a 120-day pilot program designed to assess its effectiveness and determine whether it will become permanent.
Coordination with U.S. authorities is key to maintaining smooth crossings. When lines grow, additional booths are automatically opened to keep wait times low and traffic flowing.
This initiative is part of broader border modernization efforts, demonstrating how binational cooperation and urban planning can benefit both SENTRI users and Tijuana residents, who now experience less congestion on surrounding streets.
With these measures, the Calle Segunda SENTRI lane not only provides faster crossings to San Diego but also serves as a model of efficiency and coordination between Mexico and the United States, crucial for the daily mobility of workers, students, and tourists.
