Federal ruling could determine fate of historic steamship
LUDINGTON -- As the S.S. Badger prepares for its 60th season, a federal ruling could determine the future of the last coal-fired steamship.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has ordered the S.S. Badger to stop dumping coal ash into Lake Michigan.
The 410-foot ferryboat discharges more than 500 tons of ash slurry each season on its runs between Ludington and Manitowoc, WI. Company officials say they're researching new fueling technology but need more time.
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