The Board of Commissioners, together with Camden Mayor Victor Carstarphen and the Camden County Department of Public Works announced a $17 million reconstruction of Haddon Avenue in Camden City.
The funds will completely transform one of the most heavily traveled roads in the region to ensure its longevity for years to come.
This project is part of a historic $163 million infrastructure program for 2025 and 2026. Camden County, being one of the oldest regions in the state, has an aging infrastructure throughout its 228 square miles.
With its mani focus on Haddon Avenue between Newton and Euclid avenues, work will include new concrete curb, sidewalk, ADA-accessible ramps, and driveway apron reconstruction, traffic signal improvements at signalized intersections, lining of the combined sewer system and sewer lateral replacements, water main and service replacement, stormwater and drainage improvements with green stormwater infrastructure, traffic striping, markings, and signage, replacement of street trees and improved intersection lighting.
“Haddon Avenue is a main artery through Camden City and has been in serious need of improvements for some time,” Commissioner Al Dyer, liaison to the Department of Public Works, said. “This project will drastically enhance roadway conditions and safety for motorists, cyclists, pedestrians, residents and all who travel along this thoroughfare. The Board of Commissioners and Public Works are committed to investing in our county’s infrastructure and this project will make an immensely positive impact on our community.”
“This is more than just a road project; this is a generational investment into the city’s future,” Carstarphen said. “Haddon Avenue is a blossoming commercial corridor, connecting Camden City to the rest of Camden County. Its upkeep is vital to our local business community and the safety of the thousands of motorists, pedestrians and cyclists that travel it on a daily basis.”
The Camden County Department of Public Works is responsible for maintaining over 1,200 miles of county roadway, 50 bridges and several dams. The Public Works Department is located in Lindenwold where personnel are on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to serve the residents of Camden County.
“As a Camden resident who travels Haddon Avenue on a daily basis, this project’s impact will be immeasurable,” Camden City Council President Angel Fuentes said. “Thousands of people rely on Haddon Avenue to frequent businesses and commute through the city every single day. Ensuring that this roadway is safe and navigable is imperative and I want to thank the County Commissioners and the Mayor for seeing the value in investing in its upkeep.”
