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Worn-out ferry to make way for more reliable Real McCoy

Posted by: Maven on May 27, 2009 at 6:11 am

From the Sacramento Bee:

A new Real McCoy, the venerable Delta ferry important to farmers, is on the way.

The Real McCoy is operating but worn out, said California Department of Transportation officials. Continuing to repair it would not be financially prudent, said Caltrans. The current vessel has been in service 63 years. The age of the ferry, deterioration of its hull and an outdated drive system convinced officials that a more reliable vessel was needed.

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