Picture Courtesy of Jim Kuntz

Picture Courtesy of Jim Kuntz

Also Known as Quakenbruecke "creaking bridge" for the two bridges crossing Tuque Creek.

1844 - Owens Ferry located at the end of a public road and Tuque Creek, on the bank of the Missouri River was in operation.

1864 - People of Washington sought refuge in the village as Confederate soldiers plundered Washington.

1876 - The village consisted of ten houses, store, doctor's office, shoe shop, and blacksmith. Ferry boats "Bright Star" and "May Brian" provided services.

1877 - The meandering Missouri River rapidly eroded the village.

1898 - One home, one business and ferry service remained at the site.

1936 - The bridge to Washington over the Missouri River was completed, and the ferry service ended. Only a memory of the village remains.

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