Saugatuck Chain Ferry

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:ferry
gptkbp:accessibility wheelchair accessible
gptkbp:bus_connections manual operation
weather dependent
gptkbp:capacity up to 6 vehicles
gptkbp:community_events annual ferry festival
gptkbp:community_support local volunteers assist
gptkbp:crosses gptkb:Kalamazoo_River
gptkbp:cultural_significance part of local heritage
gptkbp:environmental_impact minimal due to short crossing
gptkbp:ferry_accessibility_features accessible for all passengers
gptkbp:ferry_capacity up to 12 passengers
gptkbp:ferry_community_involvement supported by local community initiatives
gptkbp:ferry_community_role serves as a community connector
gptkbp:ferry_cultural_events hosts local events and gatherings
gptkbp:ferry_design chain-driven system
gptkbp:ferry_environmental_considerations designed to minimize ecological impact
gptkbp:ferry_experience offers scenic views
gptkbp:ferry_historical_tours offers historical tours during peak season
gptkbp:ferry_history operated continuously since 1838
gptkbp:ferry_history_significance historical landmark in Saugatuck
gptkbp:ferry_maintenance regularly scheduled maintenance
gptkbp:ferry_operation manual and powered by a chain
gptkbp:ferry_owner gptkb:Saugatuck_Chain_Ferry_Company
gptkbp:ferry_popularity popular among tourists
gptkbp:ferry_public_access open to the public year-round
gptkbp:ferry_route Saugatuck to Douglas
gptkbp:ferry_route_length approximately 1 mile
gptkbp:ferry_safety meets state regulations
gptkbp:ferry_seasonal_operation operates seasonally due to weather conditions
gptkbp:ferry_tourism_impact contributes to local tourism economy
gptkbp:ferry_type_description a type of cable ferry
gptkbp:historical_significance important for local transportation
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Saugatuck Chain Ferry
gptkbp:length approximately 600 feet
gptkbp:length_of_crossing about 1,000 feet
gptkbp:local_economy supports tourism
gptkbp:location gptkb:Saugatuck,_Michigan
gptkbp:maintenance seasonal inspections
gptkbp:notable_for being one of the oldest ferries in Michigan
gptkbp:operated_by gptkb:Saugatuck_Chain_Ferry_Company
gptkbp:operating_hours daily from 7 AM to 9 PM
gptkbp:owner gptkb:City_of_Saugatuck
gptkbp:safety_features life jackets available
gptkbp:season April to November
gptkbp:service_type passenger and vehicle transport
gptkbp:ticket_price varies by vehicle size
gptkbp:tourist_attraction yes
gptkbp:type chain ferry
gptkbp:year_established 1838
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Allegan_County
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5