The Cave-in-Rock Ferry closed at 6pm Friday, due to rising floodwaters.
Based on the forecast for the Ohio River, the ferry is expected to remain closed until around March 14.
The Ohio River was at 40.12 ft. on the Shawneetown gauge at 1 p.m., Friday, with a crest expected at 45.3 ft. on March 10.
The Golconda gauge was at 42.7 ft., with a crest expected at 44.8 ft. on March 10.
Based on those numbers, the Cave-in-Rock Ferry is expected to remain out of service until around March 14.
However, the closure could be extended if there is additional substantial rainfall.
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