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Merrimac Ferry
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Car ferry on the Wisconsin River at Merrimac. A ferry has operated at this site since the 1840's. In 1924 the privately owned ferry was replaced by this wooden ferry which was operated by Columbia and Sauk counties, hence the name Colsac I. In 1933 the state began operating the ferry, the only free ferry in Wisconsin and a tourist attraction in its own right. Caption reads: "Ferry on Wis. River near Lodi, Wis."
1925
Gillett, Sherwin
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"Colsac II" Ferry
circa 1950-1959
The Merrimac ferry "Colsac II" is seen on the Wisconsin River behind two signs. The signs read, "Road Closed" and "Ferry Opens April 15".
Ferry at Merrimac
1940
Colsac Ferry across the Wisconsin River at Merrimac. There is a bridge across the river in the background on the left.
Ferry
1910
A man and boy wearing hats and overalls stand on a ferry docked at the shoreline. On the ferry is a car. The far shoreline and low hills are in the background.
Colsac Ferry with Flag
circa 1950-1959
The Merrimac ferry "Colsac" with an American flag.
"Colsac I" Ferry
circa 1950-1959
A close view of the Merrimac ferry "Colsac I" with a sign reading, "Stop Your Motor When Ferry Is Moving".
Colsac Ferry
circa 1950-1959
The Merrimac ferry loaded with automobiles. There is an American flag flying on the ferry.
