On January 14. 1964. the Chamizal Treaty became effective and provided for the permanent relocation of the river in this area and marked the center of the channel as the international boundary. In accordance with the treaty and river relocation. the United States will transfer to Mexico approximately 630 acres and the United States will acquire 193 acres from Mexico. The U.S. Department of State will take jurisdiction of the 193 acres acquired by the United States under the treaty. A portion of the 193 acres will be developed for public purposes by the El Paso Independent School District and the city of El Paso. The U.S. customs and immigration facilities will be east of the proposed memorial site. The Chamizal Treaty National Memorial will occupy approximately 55 acres. Mr.
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