Viney Creek to be operated by Missouri State Parks again
May 20, 2015
Charlea Mills
Missouri State Parks announced that, for the second year, they will be operating the Viney Creek Recreation Area on Table Rock Lake. Missouri State Parks entered into a temporary lease agreement for management and overseeing operations of the campground and day-use areas.
Viney Creek was originally tabbed for closure in early 2014 when the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, who operates the park, announced that they would not be opening for the season because it was the least visited site on Table Rock Lake. After the announcement, the Barry County commissioners looked into leasing the site to keep it open for area residents, but it was Missouri State Parks who ended up operating it last year.
This year, Missouri State Parks agreed to manage the side again after some controversy last year involving renovations that are needed to the septic system at the park. Information officer for Missouri State Parks Steph Deidrick said, “Missouri State Parks will operate the existing wastewater treatment facility in a manner to ensure compliance with the Missouri State Operating Permit. In the event that the facility is unable to properly treat the wastewater, it may be pumped and hauled to a municipal wastewater treatment facility for more effective treatment.”
Missouri State Parks director Bill Bryan said, “During our first year operating Viney Creek Recreation Area, we received a great deal of the support from local residents, and we’re pleased to be able to manage the property for the 2015 recreation season. This spot, located on Table Rock Lake, provides a great opportunity for guests who want to picnic, camp, boat and enjoy outdoor recreation in the area.”
Viney Creek will open for the season starting on Friday, May 22, at noon, just in time for Memorial Day weekend. Staff have been on site for the last week preparing the area for the opening.
The area will remain open until September 13 of this year.
Viney Creek features day-use areas like a playground, picnic sites, and water access for free. The campground has 22 basic sites, 16 electric/water sites and seven electric/water premium sites which are all available on a first-come first-served basis. The boat ramp is a $5 fee daily.
Advance reservations can be made beginning May 22 through mostateparks.com or by calling (877) ICampMo (877-422-6766).
Viney Creek is located near Golden on Table Rock Lake in Barry County.
Charlea Mills
Missouri State Parks announced that, for the second year, they will be operating the Viney Creek Recreation Area on Table Rock Lake. Missouri State Parks entered into a temporary lease agreement for management and overseeing operations of the campground and day-use areas.
Viney Creek was originally tabbed for closure in early 2014 when the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, who operates the park, announced that they would not be opening for the season because it was the least visited site on Table Rock Lake. After the announcement, the Barry County commissioners looked into leasing the site to keep it open for area residents, but it was Missouri State Parks who ended up operating it last year.
This year, Missouri State Parks agreed to manage the side again after some controversy last year involving renovations that are needed to the septic system at the park. Information officer for Missouri State Parks Steph Deidrick said, “Missouri State Parks will operate the existing wastewater treatment facility in a manner to ensure compliance with the Missouri State Operating Permit. In the event that the facility is unable to properly treat the wastewater, it may be pumped and hauled to a municipal wastewater treatment facility for more effective treatment.”
Missouri State Parks director Bill Bryan said, “During our first year operating Viney Creek Recreation Area, we received a great deal of the support from local residents, and we’re pleased to be able to manage the property for the 2015 recreation season. This spot, located on Table Rock Lake, provides a great opportunity for guests who want to picnic, camp, boat and enjoy outdoor recreation in the area.”
Viney Creek will open for the season starting on Friday, May 22, at noon, just in time for Memorial Day weekend. Staff have been on site for the last week preparing the area for the opening.
The area will remain open until September 13 of this year.
Viney Creek features day-use areas like a playground, picnic sites, and water access for free. The campground has 22 basic sites, 16 electric/water sites and seven electric/water premium sites which are all available on a first-come first-served basis. The boat ramp is a $5 fee daily.
Advance reservations can be made beginning May 22 through mostateparks.com or by calling (877) ICampMo (877-422-6766).
Viney Creek is located near Golden on Table Rock Lake in Barry County.