Dorena-Hickman Ferry Is Now Open

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Kentucky Transportation Cabinet • District 1

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Media Contact: Carrie Dillard
270-898-2431 (office)
270-519-8184 (cell)
carrie.dillard@ky.gov

Dorena-Hickman Ferry Is Now Open

PADUCAH, Ky. (Jan. 12, 2026) — The Dorena-Hickman Ferry is open today, Monday, Jan 12. The ferry had been closed since Jan. 8 due to low water.

The ferry is operating on its winter schedule. The last run from Kentucky is at 4:15 p.m. and last run from Missouri is at 4:30 p.m. The Dorena-Hickman Ferry accepts cash only.

Motorists may check on the ferry’s operating status by calling (731) 693-0210 or by visiting 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.

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