The ferry is currently operating on its winter schedule. Drivers can check out the ferry’s status on its Facebook page. The Dorena-Hickman Ferry connects KY 1354 at Hickman, Ken

OKAY, WAVERLE, THANK YOU FOR THAT UPDATE. WELL, FROZEN ICE IS PILING UP ON THE MISSOURI RIVER, JAMMING UP SOME UNITS AT OPD’S NORTH OMAHA POWER STATION. IT’S THE PERFECT STORM TO TEST.

Boone Conservancy Executive Director Christy Noll said the effort to protect the property began more than a decade ago in 2012.

The Dorena-Hickman Ferry closed on Thursday, January 30. According to the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, the closure is because of low water levels on the Mississippi River. It is not clear when the ferry will resume service.