(Editor’s Note: Although this is on the fringe of our area, we’ll pass it along for the sake of our many professional drivers who help us out every morning. Thanks for your dedication and loyalty. Rick)
After re-evaluating the icy conditions, transportation officials say the Dorena-Hickman Ferry plans to remain closed through the weekend. Service was halted Wednesday because of weather.
Captain Jeremy Newsom says if the weather allows the ferry will attempt to resume service on Monday, February 15.
Motorists may check on the ferry’s operating status by calling (731) 693-0210 or by going to https://www.facebook.com/DorenaHickmanFerry/.
The Dorena-Hickman Ferry connects KY 1354 at Hickman, Kentucky, with Missouri Route A and Route 77 near Dorena, Missouri.
In addition to providing a critical transportation link between Kentucky and Missouri for daily commuters and farmers, the ferry serves as a tourist attraction for the region and provides a convenient route between Southeast Missouri and the popular fishing and recreation areas around nearby Reelfoot Lake in Northwest Tennessee
Missouri and Kentucky have the geographic distinction of being the only border states in the entire country that are not directly connected by a road or bridge. The only direct route between the two states is the Dorena-Hickman Ferry.
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