Texas park faces planned CBP border wall construction
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U.S. Customs and Border Protection has published an updated online “Smart Wall Map” indicating plans to build 30‑foot‑tall border wall segments through portions of Big Bend Ranch State Park in West Texas, according to a July 2, 2026 report by The Texas Tribune. The proposed barrier would span roughly two miles along the park’s western edge, adjacent to the Rio Grande, which marks the U.S.–Mexico border. The map update follows a Bloomberg report stating that CBP has scheduled construction in the Big Bend region, including the state park, to begin in September 2026, intensifying concerns among local officials and environmental groups.
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Timeline
- Past year CBP map repeatedly altered
- Past year Map temporarily removed from website
- Thursday Bloomberg reports September construction start
- July 2, 2026 Texas Tribune details map changes
- July 2, 2026 Smart Wall Map shows park segments
- July 2, 2026 Plan covers two miles parkland
- September 2026 Construction scheduled to begin regionwide
Why it matters
This planned border wall could affect your trips to Big Bend Ranch State Park. It might disrupt the park's natural beauty and wildlife. If you're in Texas, you can voice your concerns to local officials.
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