City of Midland Announces Street Closures at Low-Water Crossing Areas
The City of Midland has announced street closures at low-water crossing areas, specifically mentioning Scharbauer, Edwards, Barber, and Benton streets. The city stated that more closures may be added to the list.
Odessa Midland, TX, September 29, 2026 —
The City of Midland has implemented street closures affecting several low-water crossing areas within the city. The announcement, made by city officials, indicates that these closures are in effect to ensure public safety.
The specific streets currently closed due to their status as low-water crossings include Scharbauer Street, Edwards Street, Barber Street, and Benton Street. These locations are often susceptible to hazardous conditions during periods of heavy rainfall or increased water levels.
City officials have noted that the current list of closures is not necessarily exhaustive. They have stated that additional street closures may be implemented if conditions warrant. The exact timeline for when these streets might reopen is not specified, pending assessments of water levels and safety conditions.
The City of Midland has not provided specific details regarding the cause for the current conditions leading to these closures, such as recent weather events. Information regarding any specific alerts or advisories related to the closures was not immediately available beyond the announcement itself. Residents are advised to check official city communications for updates on road conditions and potential new closures.
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