District 8 ferry boat operations

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) awarded the Illinois Department of Transportation $162,524.20 under the Highway Planning and Construction program (CFDA 20.205) on August 1, 2025, to fund operational expenses for ferry boat services in Illinois' District 8. The award supports the maintenance and operation of two ferry routes—the Brussels Ferry and Kampsville Ferry—serving Greene, Jersey, and Calhoun counties. These ferry operations provide critical transportation infrastructure connectivity across waterways in the designated service region.

This project grant funds essential operational activities necessary to maintain continuous ferry service, including routine maintenance, staffing, fuel, and other direct operating costs required to sustain these transportation assets. Ferry operations under the Highway Planning and Construction program represent an eligible transportation infrastructure activity that supports multimodal connectivity and accessibility for residents and commerce in rural Illinois counties.

Project description

Operational expenses to maintain and operate the brussels ferry & kampsville ferry located in district 8, with locations in greene, jersey, & calhoun county.