Three barges wide and five barges long.
These are large sets of barges.
The Illinois Riverdock Restaurant is a welcome sight after a long day (nine hours) on the water. We arrive about 4 pm and initially we are the only boat here (seems like the boondocks). No power, no water, weak internet from somewhere. But a very nice and well maintained metal dock along the flowing Illinois River. We are happy to be in a secure spot with a restaurant nearby.
We are joined about 7:30 pm by three other boats who arrive after more than 12 hours on the water.
There is a small town here as well as the restaurant (which served great 'southern fried chicken' at the buffet). This area reminds us of W. Virginia and the rural parts of the Carolina's. Hill country with small farms. People wave and when walking by, say hello. Very pleasant stop.
We get word today that the Asian Carp fish barrier is no longer a problem for the boats. The Coast Guard is allowing passage with out the tow. My internet connection is poor so I do not know the details.
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