Last Updated October 12, 1999. There is no settlement on the American side adjacent to the border, and only a few adobe shacks on the Mexican side. Traffic is very light, with from 10 to 30 cars a month entering here. In the spring and fall, several herds of Mexican cattle are entered at this port. One Customs inspector is assigned.
Facilities consist of a small house trailer which is both living quarters and office.
A portable electric palnt provides power for a water pump, lights, and radio. He has radio communications with Columbus, New Mexico. Operations here are under the supervision of the Collector of Customs, Columbus. Antelope Wells, New Mexico Border Station Information on this page courtesy of Ms. Jackie Motley, Congressional Liaison Officer Congressional Affairs Division Customs Service Headquarters Return to Customhouses Home Page .