Atlantic City Expressway Connector Resurfacing

Ardurra provided engineering design, construction management, construction inspection, and initial budget development services for the resurfacing of the Atlantic City Expressway Connector under the South Jersey Transportation Authority's general engineering consultant contract. The Connector — a network of mainline roadways, bridges, a tunnel, and local roads — had not been resurfaced since its 2000 opening due to funding constraints.

Key Highlights:

• Full resurfacing of the Connector was completed ahead of the Memorial Day 2022 deadline, avoiding the high-volume summer travel season; all work was performed at night to minimize traffic disruption

• Final project cost of approximately $5.4 million — including nearly $500,000 in asphalt and fuel price adjustments — came in approximately 15% under the SJTA's $6.3 million budget

• Pavement achieved an overall positive International Roughness Index (IRI) rideability bonus, confirming high-quality workmanship across a technically demanding resurfacing project

• Stormwater ponding problems affecting Atlantic City and area businesses were corrected through improved drainage design incorporated into the resurfacing scope

• Outdated traffic signal pavement loop detection replaced with radar detection units across the project limits; ADA-compliant curb ramps installed at all required locations

Delivered on time, under budget, and with measurable quality outcomes, the Atlantic City Expressway Connector Resurfacing restored a critical regional gateway and resolved longstanding drainage and pavement issues affecting the surrounding community.