VVA 2021 Handbook

LAKE VIKING AT A GLANCE . . .

LOCATION: Daviess County, just off Highway 6, 3 miles west of Gallatin, Missouri. Ten miles east of Interstate 35. Easy access from I-35 and Highways 6, 13 and 69. One hour northeast of Kansas City and one hour east of St. Joseph.

OWNERSHIP: Lake Viking is owned entirely by private property owners. There is no commercial development company.

MEMBERSHIP: All property owners are a part of the Viking Valley Association and pay membership dues and assessments based on the number of lots owned. Dues are set by the Covenants and Restrictions. Assessments are approved annually by the membership.

MANAGEMENT: It is operated and managed by the Viking Valley Association, which is made up of all members in good standing. An elected board of directors establishes policy and directs the operation of the community. The association employs a full time lake manager and staff of clerical, maintenance and safety personnel. Policy is controlled by existing covenants, restrictions and by-laws.

ACRES OF LAND: The entire community encompasses 2,300 acres of hilly, tree-covered land.

ACRES OF WATER: The lake itself is 630 acres of clean, clear water, the center of a large natural watershed. It is referred to as an “Ozark-type lake,” surrounded by hills and many natural lake fingers or coves. The lake ranges to a depth of over 70 feet.

SHORE LINE: There are 19 miles of maintained shore line, most of which is protected by rock to eliminate erosion.

PRIVATE PROPERTY LOTS: There are approximately 1,200 active lot owners. The market for property is a traditional market where private owners offer their property for sale to prospective buyers, with or without the involvement of real estate brokers.

HOMES IN THE COMMUNITY: Homes may be built on any private lot in accordance with reasonable covenants, bylaws and building regulations in effect. In 2017, there were approximately 552 homes in the community. Approximately one-third are lived in year-around, the balance are weekend and vacation residences. Homes range from modest bungalows and cabins to impressive, expansive, expensive homes. Attractive neighborhood areas are reserved for mobile homes.

COMMUNITY PROPERTY: The association owns and maintains considerable property around the lake for use by its members. Just inside our main gate is an attractive, large, rustic clubhouse for big and small functions. It is surrounded by a swimming pool, playground, picnic areas and a large sand beach. Three beach areas include large docks, swim platforms and restrooms. There are over a dozen “community areas” that touch the water and are equipped with picnic tables and grills. Some feature boat docks for member use.

CAMPGROUND FACILITIES: Many of our members enjoy their lots through the day and spend their nights in their own camping units in our two campgrounds. Parking pads, electricity and water are available along with shower and restroom facilities.

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