CAMDEN, N.J. (KYW Newsradio) — A section of Camden is getting much-needed infrastructure upgrades to improve the environment and quality of life for residents.
If you’ve recently been to a concert at the Freedom Mortgage Pavilion (formerly known as BB&T Pavilion), you certainly have seen the pothole problem. Neighbors have been complaining for years about the big trucks that get lost on tiny side streets. The project aims to solve that problem. But that’s just what the eyes can see.
County engineer Kevin Becica says below ground is even worse.
“The underground infrastructure of these roads is 100 years old,” she said.
It’s a $37 million project, with money coming from the state and federal levels. Some minor work will begin soon, but the main construction has to wait for state permit approvals, which will take about a year.
The objective of the project goes beyond improving the roads. The goal is to also separate stormwater from raw sewage.
Carlos Morales with the Heart of Camden non-profit says the constant flow of truck traffic takes a toll on the community. He says he’s happy to hear Atlantic and Ferry Avenues will get repaved.
“Those are major arteries to the neighborhood, so if we can have those redone, we’re looking forward to it,” he said.
If approved, city officials say the project will take roughly 3 years to complete.
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