This is from an article in the St. Louis Post-Dispatch about Hoppies Marina on the Mississippi between Alton and Kentucky Lake. It is the only gas stop between The Alton pool and Kentucky lake, about a 325 mile leg. Above the fuel range of many cruisers and also a saftey consideration. This could impact anyone wanting to do the Loop or cruise the inland rivers. Kimmswick, MO (KSDK) - A historical marina in Kimmswick, Missouri is at the heart of a disagreement between its owners and the federal government. The Army Corps of Engineers has installed several nearby dikes which the owners of Hoppie's marina say threaten their existence. For more than 70 years, Hoppie's Marina has been a fixture on the Mississippi River. Boaters from up and down the river stop there to refuel, get repairs, and other services. Three years ago, the Army Corps of Engineers constructed several river dikes just south of Hoppies to make navigation easier, but the Hopkins family says the changes have reduced the depth of the water around their docks. link to complete article: http://www.ksdk.com/rss/article/327811/3/Kimmswick-Marina-has-a-problem-with-Mississippi-River-dikes   Mike Anderson St. Louis, MO. Andmike43@yahoo.com