J-Mack Ferry Goes Back Out Of Service, Caltrans Says

SOLANO COUNTY, CA — The State Route 220 J-Mack Ferry, which provides service to Ryer Island and its visitors by crossing the Cache Slough in Rio Vista, was taken out of service Sunday because of mechanical problems. Caltrans mechanics were working to diagnose the problem, Caltrans District 4 Spokeswoman Janis Mara said Monday morning.

The J-Mack had just returned to service Thursday after being out of service since September for repairs and federally mandated Coast Guard inspections. The ferry has developed mechanical problems which are currently being diagnosed, Mara said.

The State Route-84 Real McCoy II, is also currently out of service. The Real McCoy could return to service by late January, Mara said.

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 Caltrans Ferry Update Line can be reached at 510-622-0120. Information is also posted to Caltrans’ Delta Ferries webpage.