The International Boundary and Water Commission

The International Boundary and Water Commission (IBWC) is a diplomatic agency between the United States and Mexico that manages shared border issues, especially related to water resources and boundary lines. It ensures the proper division of water from the Rio Grande and Colorado rivers, resolves disputes, and maintains border infrastructure like dams and channels. The IBWC promotes cooperation to address cross-border water needs, environmental concerns, and boundary delineation, helping to prevent conflicts and support sustainable management of transboundary waters and border regions.