Hickman, Ky.–The Dorena-Hickman Ferry will remain out of service until further notice due to a mechanical issue with one of the barge landing ramps.
The ferry has been closed since last Friday night when Captain Jeremy Newsom indicated parts to repair the ramp control mechanism were expected to arrive in a few days. However, as repairs progressed, some additional parts were required to complete the repairs.
The motor that controls movement of one of the ramps is being rebuilt. In the absence of a reliable parts delivery timeline, the ferry will remain closed until they arrive.
The ferry will provide timely notice when service is able to resume.
Motorists may check on the ferry’s operating status by calling (731) 693-0210 or by going to https://www.facebook.com/
To get traffic advisories and alerts about the ferry’s operating status via email go to https://public.govdelivery.
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.
The Dorena-Hickman Ferry Operates from the Hickman Landing with regular river crossings during daylight hours. Round trip 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.
The Dorena-Hickman Ferry operates at Mississippi River navigation mile point 922.0.