Meredosia -- called Dosh but those who know and love it, sits on the river. My ancestors lived there and we had lunch there a couple of Saturday's ago. I can't help with the logistics that you sited, but I can attest to the fact that my great grandfathers house which sits almost right on the river, is still there and he lived there a long long long time ago. Be happy to help in any way I can. I have the centennial book from Meredosia. Take care, JEanie Lowe