Major Road Project On Route 561 Begins May 13: Officials

CHERRY HILL, NJ - A significant road improvement project on Haddonfield-Berlin Road (Route 561) begins on Monday, May 13, Camden County officials announced on Wednesday. The goal of the $4.3 million project is to improve traffic flow and accessibility on one of the county’s most traveled roads, officials said.

“Every year the Freeholder Board gathers data and input from the community to identify problematic roads and highways that need improvements or restorations,” Camden County Freeholder Susan Shin Angulo, liaison to the Department of Public Works, said. “This stretch in particular stood out because of its typical traffic volume, the condition of the asphalt and concrete in some places, and the need for improved accessibility to reduce congestion.”

Beginning May 13, crews will begin installing handicap ramps, making various safety improvements, and completely resurfacing the roadway between Kresson Road and the entrance to I-295 in Cherry Hill. Phase Two will continue similar improvements from the other side of the New Jersey Turnpike to Evesham Road in Voorhees.

At the intersection of Haddonfield-Berlin and Burnt Mill/Browning roads, a left turn lane will be added on the northbound side of Haddonfield-Berlin Road, allowing drivers to access Burnt Mill Road from both sides of the road.

A new turn lane will also be added on the westbound side of Evesham Road at its intersection with Haddonfield-Berlin Road. The addition of a new right turn lane will allow drivers to turn onto Haddonfield-Berlin Road toward I-295 and will improve the flow of traffic where drivers currently have to wait behind vehicles intent on continuing straight.

The intersection of Haddonfield-Berlin Road and Evesham Road will be completely rebuilt in addition to receiving the additional turning lane. The intersection with Burnt Mill/Browning Road will also receive all new handicap ramping and accessibility improvements.

“Our first priority when it comes to county roads and highways is ensuring the safety of motorists and pedestrians,” Shin Angulo said. “Improving traffic flow and increasing the accessibility of one roadway from another is one way to do just that. These improvements are intended to reduce congestion, ease mobility, and cut down on sudden stops, U-turns, and other dangerous actions that cause accidents and injuries.”

Work will take place between 9 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. each day. Overnight work will only take place at the intersections and when handling concrete.

The project will run for one year, weather dependent. There is not currently a schedule regarding the completion of each phase.