 It is also known as Laredo International Bridge 1.The Gateway to the Americas International Bridge is a four-lane bridge with 2 pedestrian walkways and is long and wide.The bridge is also known as the Convent Street Bridge, Laredo International Bridge, Bridge Number One, Old Bridge, Laredo-Nuevo Laredo Bridge 1, Puente Nuevo Laredo, Puente Laredo I, and Puente Viejo.