LANSING, Iowa – Water taxis began service across the Mississippi River at Lansing while the unstable Black Hawk bridge is closed for repairs. The bridge has been out of commission since February 26. Travelers have been forced into 60-mile detours by way of LaCrosse or Prairie du Chien. Water taxi departure points:
> Lansing Marina. On the Iowa side.
> Big Slough Landing. On the Wisconsin side.
The water taxis are not car ferries, said Clayton Burke, the Iowa project manager for bridge repairs. Parking is available on both sides. Vand will convey passengers to their destinations. The service is free — just like the old toll-free brige.