Dorena-Hickman Ferry Temporarily Closed

February 17, 2025
DORENA- HICKMAN FERRY TEMPORARILY CLOSED DUE TO HIGH WATER DORENA- HICKMAN FERRY TEMPORARILY CLOSED DUE TO HIGH WATER

Kentucky Transportation Cabinet • District 1
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Dorena-Hickman Ferry Temporarily Closed Due to High Water

PADUCAH, Ky. (Feb. 17, 2025) —
The Dorena-Hickman Ferry plans to temporarily close today, Monday, Feb. 17, due to high water levels.The ferry will notify the public of its reopening via their Facebook page.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.

The Dorena-Hickman Ferry Operates from the Hickman Landing with regular river crossings during daylight hours. The toll for passenger vehicles is $20 with additional tolls for trucks, motor homes, and vehicles pulling trailers. There are discounts for vehicles making return crossings