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Owens Street closure planned for Big Spring water repair
Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Justin Escobedo , as published by KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)
· August 10, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The work is being done on an 18-inch line located on Owens Street.
In the nearby city of Big Spring, emergency repairs are underway on a water line. The work is being done on an 18-inch line located on Owens Street. This repair project is expected to cause some disruptions to traffic and water service in the area.
Road closures and interruptions to water service are anticipated to be temporary. Further information about the repairs and any resulting service interruptions can be found through the City of Big Spring or local news sources, such as KMID ABC Big 2.
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Category: safety ·
Published: August 10, 2026 ·
Source: KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? In the nearby city of Big Spring, emergency repairs are underway on a water line. The work is being done on an 18-inch line located on Owens Street. This repair project is expected to cause some…
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