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.
Kids Fishing Derby
Jun 1, 2014 | Uncategorized
Set for June 14 - Helpers needed This year's Kids Fishing Derby will start at 8 am on Saturday, June 14. Registration at that time or in advance is REQUIRED so that you have the rules and there is an accurate count for lunch. The location will be the same as last...
Thanks to the 261 Homeowners Who Voted
May 20, 2014 | Uncategorized
The early totals are in and it looks like the recent vote to change the assessment structure has FAILED. With each property getting two votes, the accountant has 226 yes votes (43%) and 296 no votes (57%) . Ballots postmarked prior to the cutoff date will be accepted...
Luau Returns!
May 20, 2014 | Uncategorized
It’s that time of year-the sun is out, boat engines are roaring, and everyone is ready to soak up the sun. There is no better way to kick off summer than the Dunlap Lake Luau! We will kick off with a boat parade at 3 pm on Saturday, May 24. This year’s theme is...
Big Fish Caught in Dunlap Lake
May 15, 2014 | Uncategorized
Mason Sorenson recently hooked this big blue and worked for hours with his friends Blake Phomilson, Alex Mosella, and Eddy Mosella to pull it in without breaking the 8 lb test line. Congratulations!! We believe this is the largest fish ever caught in Dunlap Lake.
Mail ballets today
May 15, 2014 | Uncategorized
Must be postmarked by May 18 If you haven't already cast your ballot for whether or not to change the assessment structure to a flat fee, please do so before Sunday, May 18. If you have questions email Carolyn Green at carolyn@dunlaplake.org.
Assessments
Apr 18, 2014 | Uncategorized
Dunlap Lake Property Owners Association P.O. Box 5 Edwardsville, IL 62025 To: Members of the Dunlap Lake Property Owners Association From: Alan Ortbals, DLPOA Board President Date: April 14, 2015 Re: Assessments The vote on the revised DLPOA Covenants...
Lost Green Jon Boat
Apr 15, 2014 | Uncategorized
The police have taken custody of a 12' green jon boat with a 6 hp Mercury motor and a trolling motor that broke lose in the recent storm and submerged near 709 East Lake. The sticker on the boat was registered to someone who moved off the lake many years ago and did...
Ice Gets Rid of Unwanted Shad
Mar 16, 2014 | Uncategorized
The Fish and Wildlife committee chair. Walt Heck, wants everyone to know that the dead fish we are seeing are not a problem to the Dunlap Lake fish population. Oxygen levels in certain coves were low because of the ice. This killed some of the weakest fish in the...
Dunlap Lake Association Meeting April 10
Mar 15, 2014 | Uncategorized
Dunlap Lake Association Board Meeting has been scheduled for 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 10. Dunlap Lake Association Board meetings are held at the Fogle House, 840 East Lake Dr. All property owners are welcome to attend.
Annual Meeting Rescheduled
Jan 18, 2014 | Uncategorized
The annual meeting of the members of the DLPOA has been re-scheduled for Thursday, March 6, at the Moose Lodge, 7371 Marine Road. Doors will open at 6:30. The meeting will begin at 7:00. Please try to attend and bring a neighbor along. This will be a very important...