US Border Logistics Briefing - April 11, 2026

# Dunvale: Daily Logistics Briefing

Date: Saturday, April 11, 2026

Focus: US Border Crossings & Supply Chain Conditions

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Executive Summary

Border operations are experiencing significant congestion, with multiple crossings reporting wait times near or exceeding 100 minutes. Severe weather alerts, including multiple thunderstorm and flash flood warnings, are active across key operational corridors. Logistics managers should anticipate potential disruptions due to adverse weather and heightened customs scrutiny.

Top Delays

The longest reported wait times are concentrated at the Otay Mesa and San Ysidro crossings, with multiple lanes exceeding the 90-minute threshold.

* Otay Mesa: Passenger lanes report consistent 100-minute waits for both passenger ready and standard processing.

* San Ysidro: Passenger lanes are showing 100-minute waits for both passenger ready and standard processing.

* El Paso (PDN): Passenger standard processing is at 95 minutes, with passenger ready at 90 minutes.

* Calexico East: Passenger standard processing is at 90 minutes.

* Hidalgo: Passenger standard processing is at 90 minutes, with passenger ready at 85 minutes.

* Nogales Mariposa: Passenger standard processing is at 90 minutes.

Trade Policy Context

The past seven days have seen numerous notices from the Department of Commerce and the International Trade Commission, indicating continued high levels of trade enforcement activity. Key areas of focus include:

* Antidumping/Countervailing Duties: Final determinations were issued regarding PET film from Taiwan and continuation orders for goods from China (Kitchen Appliance Shelving) and Mexico/Türkiye (Steel Concrete Reinforcing Bar).

* New Investigations: The International Trade Commission has initiated preliminary anti-dumping duty investigations concerning Polytetramethylene Ether Glycol (PTMEG) from China, South Korea, Taiwan, and Vietnam.

* China Focus: Multiple notices addressed goods originating from the People's Republic of China, including Methylene Diphenyl Diisocyanate (MDI) and Wooden Bedroom Furniture, indicating ongoing scrutiny of Chinese imports.

Aviation & Airport Status

* San Diego International Airport (SAN): The airport is currently reported as CLOSED for non-scheduled transient general aviation aircraft.

Weather Impact

Severe weather is impacting multiple regions, requiring heightened awareness for ground transport planning.

* Severe Thunderstorm Warnings: Active warnings are issued across Texas (Midland/Odessa), Utah (Salt Lake City), Idaho (Pocatello), and Kansas (Topeka).

* Flash Flood Warning: An active Flash Flood Warning is in effect for the Salt Lake City, UT area until 3:45 PM MDT.

Community Intelligence

* San Ysidro: Community reports indicate concern regarding potential wait time spikes at San Ysidro, specifically noting periods between 2:00 PM–3:00 PM and 4:00 PM–5:00 PM. (Confidence Level: 60%)

Macro & Economic Context

* Diesel Pricing: US Diesel Retail price is reported at $5.64 (as of 2026-04-06).

* Crude Oil: WTI Crude Oil is priced at $114.01 (as of 2026-04-06), while Brent Crude Oil is at $127.61 (as of 2026-04-02).

* Currency Rates: USD/CAD is trading at 1.3942 (as of 2026-04-03), and USD/MXN is at 17.8660 (as of 2026-04-03).

Outlook

Logistics operations should proceed with caution. The combination of severe, localized weather events and sustained high wait times at major land crossings necessitates increased buffer time in all scheduling models. Monitor local weather advisories closely for potential last-minute border closures or slowdowns.