SURRY/JAMESTOWN — The Jamestown-Scotland Ferry may continue to experience potential intermittent service outages this weekend due to forecast high tide levels associated with the storm system moving through the area. Service interruptions may occur through Sunday.
Current forecasts indicate higher-than-normal tide levels may remain elevated for longer periods than typically experienced, resulting in the potential for extended service interruptions. The greatest potential for interruptions is around periods of high tide Friday night, Saturday and Sunday.
High water caused by higher-than-normal tide levels and strong winds can prevent the loading ramps on the docks from being safely raised and lowered onto the ferry boats. If service is reduced or suspended, it will be restored as soon as waters recede, allowing ramps to be safely secured for loading vehicles.
Motorists should plan for potential delays and are encouraged to call the ferry hotline at 800-VA-FERRY (800-823-3779) and visit the 511 Virginia website for the latest reported status updates on ferry service to determine if an alternate route is needed.
Alternate route to Jamestown from the Surry boarding location
Take Route 10 to Route 258 to the James River Bridge (Route 17).
Follow signs for I-64 west.
Exit onto Route 199 west (exit 242A) toward Williamsburg.
Follow to Route 31 (Jamestown Road).
Alternate route to Surry from the Jamestown boarding location
Take Route 31 to Route 199 and make a right onto Route 199.
Merge onto I-64 east and take the James River Bridge exit.
After traveling over the James River Bridge, make a right onto Route 258, followed by another right onto Route 10.
Follow Route 10 to the town of Surry traffic signal.
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