Multiple Highways Shut Down With Gas, Water Main Breaks In Camden Co.

Portions of Route 168 and Route 130 remain closed as the Friday rush hour approaches.

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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Portions of multiple highways in Camden County, New Jersey are shut down due to a gas main break on Route 168 and a water main break on Route 130. All northbound lanes are closed in the affected areas as authorities work to address the infrastructure issues.

Why it matters

The highway closures are expected to cause significant traffic disruptions during the Friday evening rush hour commute, impacting residents and businesses in the area. Infrastructure failures like gas and water main breaks are common issues that local governments must address, often with limited resources.

The details

According to 511NJ, the gas main break on Route 168 has closed all northbound lanes north of Interstate 295 in Bellmawr. The water main break on Route 130 has closed all northbound lanes at the East Traffic Circle in Brooklawn, and Route 47 northbound is also closed at the traffic circle. Water main breaks have been surging throughout the region during the recent stretch of extremely cold weather.

  • The highway closures are in effect as of Friday, February 13, 2026 around 9:19 PM.

The players

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What’s next

Authorities are working to repair the gas and water main issues, but the highway closures are expected to remain in effect through the Friday evening rush hour.

The takeaway

The infrastructure failures highlight the ongoing challenges faced by local governments in maintaining aging water and gas systems, especially during extreme weather events. The highway closures will likely cause significant disruptions for commuters and businesses in the Camden County area.