Driving Through the Egg Harbor Mainline Barrier

If you've spent any time driving toward the Jersey Shore on the Atlantic City Expressway, you've likely hit the egg harbor mainline barrier more times than you can count. It's one of those landmarks that every South Jersey local or summer tourist knows by heart, even if they don't always know its official name. Located right around Milepost 17.4 in Egg Harbor Township, this toll plaza is essentially the gateway to the glitz of Atlantic City and the laid-back vibes of the neighboring beach towns. ...

March 5, 2026 · 7 min · Borenstein Shela