KENTUCKY (WFIE) -
Low water on the Mississippi River has forced the
Dorena-Hickman Ferry in Hickman, KY to reduce operating hours in the afternoon.
The ferry will now make the last run from the
Kentucky landing at 4:15 p.m. and the last run from the Missouri landing at
4:30 p.m., CST.
This reduced operating schedule will remain in effect
until further notice.
Earlier this week the ferry had to exclude commercial
trucks from crossing because the low river level makes it difficult for trucks
to move on and off the ferry at the Missouri landing. The low water has made it difficult for the
ferry to land safely after dark prompting the reduced operating hours.
Captain Ed Floyd emphasized that the ferry continues to
serve passenger vehicle and small truck traffic, but will be operating on a
daylight schedule only until water levels rise significantly.
The Dorena-Hickman Ferry connects KY 1354 at Hickman,
Kentucky, with Missouri Route A and Route 77 near Dorena, Missouri.
The Dorena-Hickman Ferry Operates from the Hickman
Landing with regular river crossings during daylight hours. Passage for
passenger vehicles is $14 with additional tolls for trucks, motor homes, and
vehicles pulling trailers. There are discounts for vehicles making return
crossings.
Missouri and Kentucky have the geographic distinction of
being the only border states that are not directly connected by a road or
bridge. The only direct route between the two states is the Dorena-Hickman
Ferry.
For more info on the Dorena-Hickman Ferry and a schedule
of operating hours go to http://www.dorena-hickmanferryboat.com.
Motorists can also check on the ferry's operating status by calling (731)
693-0210.
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