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TRAFFIC ALERT: SH 158/Wadley Intersection Project
By Jesse Zaragoza at KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)
· July 14, 2026
· 1 min read
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - The Texas Department of Transportation has announced that beginning Wednesday, July 16, crews will be working on the SH 158/Wadley Intersection Project. The road along Wadley Avenue will be closed as it is necessary to allow crews to install drainage boxes leading to ...
Key takeaway The road along Wadley Avenue will be closed as it is necessary to allow crews to install drainage boxes leading to the Jal Draw.
Why this matters in The Midland
The SH 158/Wadley Intersection Project is likely to impact daily commutes for residents who rely on this route to travel to work or school in the Midland area. With the road closure along Wadley Avenue, drivers will need to plan alternative routes, which could lead to increased traffic on nearby roads. This project's focus on installing drainage boxes leading to the Jal Draw suggests that TxDOT is working to address flooding concerns in the area, a common issue in the Permian Basin region. As the project progresses, Midlanders should be aware of potential traffic congestion and plan their travel accordingly. The completion of this project will be closely watched by local residents and businesses, who will be eager to see the improvements to the intersection and the potential reduction in flooding issues that have affected the area in the past.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 14, 2026 ·
Source: KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - The Texas Department of Transportation has announced that beginning Wednesday, July 16, crews will be working on the SH 158/Wadley Intersection Project. The road along Wadley Avenue will be closed as it is necessary to allow crews to install drainage boxes leading to ...
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