District: 4 - Oakland
Contact: Janis Mara
Phone: (510) 622-5978
Solano County – The State Route 220 (SR-220) J-Mack Ferry was taken out of service Sunday, December 15, due to mechanical problems.
Caltrans mechanics are currently on the scene working to diagnose the problem.
A status update will be provided with further details when more information is available.
Motorists should note that the Delta’s companion ferry, the SR-84 Real McCoy II, is also currently out of service. The Real McCoy could return to service by late January.
Detour: During the temporary service interruption of the J-Mack and Real McCoy ferries, motorists are advised to use the SR-84 Miner Slough Bridge to travel between Ryer Island and communities in Sacramento and Solano counties.
The Real McCoy provides service to Ryer Island and its visitors by crossing the Cache Slough in Rio Vista. Its dock has been repaired and modernized and the ferry is presently undergoing repairs. It could return to service by late January.
The J-Mack went out of service in September for repairs and federally mandated Coast Guard inspections. It returned to service December 12 but has developed mechanical problems which are currently being diagnosed.
Caltrans appreciates motorists’ patience as we work to maintain the ferries.
For the latest information, call the Caltrans Ferry Update Line at (510) 622-0120.
Motorists can also find additional information on Caltrans’ Delta Ferries webpage.