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.
Where to Gain A Building Permit
Jan 29, 2018 | Uncategorized
Forms are available on the website. Don't wait until the last minute to apply.
This Month in History
Jan 29, 2018 | Uncategorized
January 2002 In 2002 Keller Construction was awarded a contract to develop Glick Park. The City of Edwardsville sent the Association a letter with the news and expressed excitement about the project which dubbed the park "the best new park in the community." Also in...
Share Lake Knowledge and Memories
Jan 29, 2018 | Uncategorized
The Dunlap Days Newsletter Needs YOUR Help! To contribute information for the newsletter. just email this day in history items, photos, exciting news, special memories of the lake, and memorials that can be shared to carolyn@dunlaplake.org.
January Board Meeting Overview
Jan 29, 2018 | Uncategorized
The Dunlap Lake Board of Directors met at 7 pm January 22, 2018 at the Association meeting room at 840 East Lake Drive. Topics not already included in the newsletter include: The 2018-19 Draft Budget was reviewed. A final budget will be voted on at the March meeting....
Board Positions Open
Jan 29, 2018 | Uncategorized
There are board positions available! If you are interested in being on the board or one of the committees contact Alan Ortbals at 659-0232 or e-mail Carolyn Green at carolyn@dunlaplake.org.
Annual Meeting February 15
Jan 29, 2018 | Uncategorized
Residents are encouraged to attend the Dunlap Lake Property Owners Association Annual Meeting at 7 p.m. Thursday, February 15 at the Moose Lodge, 7371 Marine Rd. in Edwardsville. A recommendation is being made for beginning to build the infrastructure for a south end...
Dunlap Lake Association Board Meeting Jan. 22
Jan 17, 2018 | Uncategorized
The Dunlap Lake Property Owners Association Meeting will be at 7 p.m. Monday, Jan. 22, at 840 East Lake drive. AGENDA: 1. Roll call- 2. Approval of minutes – November 21, 2017 3. Guest comments 4. Old Business a. Nominating Committee b. Annual Meeting Date 5....
Dunlap Lake Association Announcements
Jan 4, 2018 | Uncategorized
Sunshine and ice skaters, what a beautiful time to celebrate and reflect on what brings this community together. Dunlap Lake is a planned community which, per the bylaws, exists to: Promote the Dunlap Lake Community as a desirable single-family residential area...
2017 Holiday Social Set for Dec. 16
Dec 9, 2017 | Uncategorized
The Dunlap Lake Property Owners Association invites you to a cheery Holiday Social from 6-10 p.m. on Saturday, December 16, 2017 at the Wildey Theatre, 252 N. Main Street. Please join us for a wonderful dinner and time to visit with friends and make new ones! Dinner...
Swans Come By the Lake
Dec 9, 2017 | Uncategorized
Seven Swans-a-Swimming on Dunlap Lake in November