7.4K views · 108 reactions | #VDOT's work extends from land to river, which is why we're working to ease ferry rush hour congestion. So, take a sneak peek and get to know the new Powhatan, joining the Jamestown-Scotland Ferry fleet soon! #HamptonRoads | Virginia Department of Transportation | Facebook

All aboard! On February 26, 2025, VDOT commemorated a century of service for the Jamestown-Scotland Ferry, bringing together past and present ferry staff, families and longtime passengers to celebrate this enduring connection across the James River. ⛴️ The anniversary commenced with a ceremonial ferry ride from Surry to Jamestown, retracing the inaugural voyage of the ferryboat Captain John Smith, which first set sail on February 26, 1925, under Captain Albert Jester. The ferry’s early days came