Ever wondered why Wichita’s street addresses end with an N, E, S, or W? It’s all thanks to our simple grid-based system that makes navigating Wichita and Sedgwick County a breeze. Let’s dig in.
At the heart of this system are two key streets – Douglas Avenue and Main Street. Think of them as the rulers of the land, dividing our city into North, South, East, and West quadrants.
Douglas Avenue, running east to west, is our north-south marker. If you’re hanging out north of Douglas, your address ends with an ‘N’. If you’re chilling south, it’s an ‘S’ at the end of your address.
Main Street, on the other hand, goes north to south and marks our east-west divide. East of Main Street, your address ends with an ‘E’, and if you’re on the west side, you’ve got a ‘W’ at the end.
This system makes sure every address is unique. So, there can be two addresses that at first glance look the same, but are opposite sides of town.
For example: 1300 21st Street N and 1300 21st Street S are different spots, one in the north and the other in the south. Make sense?
Whether you’re hunting for a new eatery or just visiting a friend, remember the magic of Douglas and Main Street. They’re not just streets – they’re the key to unlocking Wichita’s charm.
So next time you’re in Wichita, embrace our grid system. It’s not just about letters and numbers; it’s about exploring our city with ease. Happy navigating!
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