Near Burley in Cassia County, Idaho — The American West (Mountains)
Starrh's Ferry
Photographed By Rebecca Maxwell, May 31, 2010
1. Starrh's Ferry Marker
From 1880-2, freighters hauling supplies for a mining rush to Wood River used Starrh's ferry (powered by river current when stiff winds were not blowing too hard), and local traffic lasted until Milner reservoir flooded out summer operations after 1904. But a small town with a post office (1909-12) remained there for more than a decade. During that time, nearby bridges replaced Starrh's ferry.
Erected by Idaho Historical Society. (Marker Number 28.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Roads & Vehicles • Waterways & Vessels. In addition, it is included in the Idaho State Historical Society series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1880.
Location. 42° 30.427′ N, 113° 55.652′ W. Marker is near Burley, Idaho, in Cassia County. Marker is on U.S. 30 at milepost 253,, 0.3 miles east of S 700 W, on the right when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Burley ID 83318, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 3 other markers are within 8 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Milner Dam (approx. 1˝ miles away); a different marker also named Starrh's Ferry
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Photographed By Rebecca Maxwell, May 31, 2010
2. Starrh's Ferry Marker Along U.S. 30
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on June 7, 2010, by Rebecca Maxwell of Boise, Idaho. This page has been viewed 1,408 times since then and 60 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on June 7, 2010, by Rebecca Maxwell of Boise, Idaho. • Craig Swain was the editor who published this page.
