Dunlap Lake is our 138-acre lake with 360 single-family homes, just east of downtown Edwardsville in Madison County, Illinois. It was created by Orie T. Dunlap in 1939. Property owners of Dunlap Lake enjoy boating, swimming, ice skating, and fishing along the lake’s 15 miles of shoreline.
Since the late 1940s Dunlap Lake has been periodically stocked with fish including Channel Catfish, Walleye, Largemouth Bass, Hybrid Striped Bass, and Muskellunge. Fishing is for residents and guests who go out with them. Please catch and release largemouth bass,
A 2024 study on the fishery showed the lake is overstocked with several types of fish. Currently residents are encouraged to catch and keep as many small and midsized Crappie and Stripers they will eat. ALL Shad and Carp caught need to be removed. Never throw left over bait fish or any kind of pond fish into the lake.
The lake is managed by the Dunlap Lake Property Owners Association which was founded in 1950 and incorporated as a non-profit organization in 1952 to maintain and protect the lake and subdivision. The neighborhood was annexed into Edwardsville in 1977 so now the City maintains roads and provides a reliable sewer system. A 20-year master plan completed in 2020 guides current maintenance and improvements around the lake.
Water Sample Results
May 27, 2021 | Boating, Fishing, Safety, Swimming
Dunlap Lake water samples taken on May 18 showed the lake is safely under the danger level for contaminants for swimming this weekend, but it might be best to avoid shallow parts of the south end. A moderately high level of E. coli was present near the south end of...
Lighted Boat Parade
May 19, 2021 | Activities, Boating, Social
Join in the fun as neighbors, family, and friends, enjoy an evening filled with color, and making memories. Please remember navigational lights are required, and boats will be traveling counter-clockwise around the lake.
Final Ballot Count
May 19, 2021 | Capital Projects, Dam, HOA / Board, Master Plan
Ballot Count is Final Scheffel Boyle accounting has reported on the recent question to DLPOA members of whether to raise assessments to $675 this year and then an additional $175 per year over the next 3 years to an annual amount of $1,200 An assessment increase...
Ballots Must Be Postmarked by April 30th
Apr 21, 2021 | Capital Projects, Master Plan
REMINDER - please return your ballots; they must be postmarked by April 30th. It's extremely important to make your voice heard and vote today on the proposal for funding to maintain and protect our lake. Now is the time to take action. The Ballots have been mailed....
Dunlap Lake Paddlers Club – May 1st
Apr 21, 2021 | Social
Join the Dunlap Lake Paddlers! Kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards are all welcome as we paddle the lake every Saturday at 8 AM through Labor Day weekend. The first outing is coming soon, Saturday, May 1st! Meet at the dam for a fun morning on the lake! Contact Rick or...
Dunlap Lake Logowear – Last day to order is April 25th, 2021
Apr 12, 2021 | Social
Dunlap Lake social committee is partnering with the local 618 organization to provide our neighbors with some cool gear while helping to fund social events for the lake throughout the year.Get your Dunlap 618 Merchandise in the link above! The online store for shirts,...
Capital Improvement Project 3 – Sediment Basin
Apr 8, 2021 | Capital Projects, Master Plan, Sediment
This is the third in a series of articles on project priorities from the Dunlap Lake 20-Year Master Plan. It has been recommended that the Association build a catch basin with berms to slow down the flow of incoming water and allow sediment to drop out of the water...
Capital Improvement Project 2 – Dewatering Pond
Apr 7, 2021 | Capital Projects, Master Plan, Sediment
This is the second in a series of articles on project priorities from the Dunlap Lake 20-Year Master Plan. The second capital priority listed in the Dunlap Lake Master Plan is digging out a pond with a special drain system at the bottom so that material removed from...
Capital Improvement Project 1- Updating the Dam’s Spillway
Mar 31, 2021 | Capital Projects, Dam, Master Plan, Spillway
This is the first in a series of articles on project priorities from the Dunlap Lake 20-Year Master Plan. The top priority identified is updating the spillway on the 80-year old dam. With storm events and impervious surfaces increasing water flow everywhere, IDNR...
Characteristics of a Community Association
Mar 30, 2021 | Capital Projects, Master Plan
Here at Dunlap Lake, we are a part of a unique planned community with wonderful natural resources. Working together we can continue to be one of the most sought-after communities in the region for decades to come.