Butch met me at the Days Inn and we headed out for the days ride. We crossed the bridge next to this dam.

It seems that everywhere you look on these rivers there is either a bridge or a dam.

A lot of power is produced at the dams

A lot of cargo is transported through these locks

Butch checking out the new lock being constructed

It might be awhile before it is done.

We just happened onto Georges house. Pretty nice.

I can't figure out what these two cylinders are.

Lots of large barges being pushed by tugs

Sounds like that engine is only turning maybe 500 RPM

They move a lot of water past the screws

Butch leading me over another bridge

Several police agencies was looking for a suspect here.

They were well armed.

Looks like they got their man! I heard he was doing 5mph under the speed limit, a very serious offense.

A result of when Andrew Jackson removed the Cherokee from their native land to Indian reservations west of the Mississippi River.

Such a beautiful ride.

Who wouldn't want to live a town of Joy?

Very tranquil

Use the whole road, that's what it's for

Need to get this firewood home

Barges on all of the big rivers

We're going to take this Ferry into Illinois

Well, if he can ever get it lined up with the ramp

Almost there

Last on, almost last off

Loading time

It's very interesting how the power united is connected to the ferry deck.

Watch the next few pics to see how it works

Our new destination, Illinois

You'd think one back up would be enough

Butch is sighting us in just in case the captain needs his help

Sir you need to turn 30 degrees to the north!

The first mate lowering the ramp

Not sure if it's still in operation

I escaped to the other side of the river. That is where I was arrested.

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Lots of boats are moored at this marina