Paired work orders: two recorded distances
Two carbon-copy work orders record the same measured leg with different distance figures. Neither copy is marked as corrected.
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Mercy County Archives
Whether you live in Dry Wells, work the roads, or are only passing through, county notices and public records are available here.
Important road notice
Drivers crossing Black Ridge Flats after dark should remain on the marked causeway. Standing water can conceal soft ground.
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Community notice: two missing goats
A photographed community notice for two goats missing from a pasture north of Route 17. A location note was added in blue ink.
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Recovered vehicle summary: beige sedan
Public recovery summary for an unoccupied beige sedan found at a gravel turnout from Route 17.
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Missing person: Daniel Mercer
The Sheriff’s Office is requesting information concerning Mercy County road worker Daniel Mercer.
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Vehicle recovery summary: Mile Marker 62
Public portion of the recovery record for the dark blue pickup associated with Daniel Mercer.
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The courthouse after closing. Both entrance fixtures are on, along with one light in the east corridor. The County Clerk’s records room is inside.
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Recently indexed field photographs
Photograph intake: two sedans and distant lights
An amateur roadside photograph shows two dark sedans on Route 17 and three pairs of distant lights below Black Ridge.
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Road crew photograph: unidentified person
A field photograph in the marker-inventory folder includes an unidentified adult standing beyond the shoulder after dusk.
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