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.
Thefts From Boats Reported
Jul 12, 2013 | Uncategorized
The Edwardsville Police Department has notified DLPOA of two incidents involving theft from boats on the lake in the last two weeks. Thieves have taken items like trolling motors, fish finders, fishing poles, etc. They have not been caught yet. If you have had...
Dunlap Lake Association Youth Fishing Derby Winners
Jun 26, 2013 | Uncategorized
Panfish Division (6 and under) 1st Place – Aiden McClew – 5 lbs. 4 oz. 2nd Place – Johnny McDougal – 5 lbs. 2 oz. 3rd Place – Layla Secrest – 1 lb. 5 oz. Gamefish Division (Age 7 to 12) 1st Place – Lindsey Bonk – 9 lbs. 15 oz. 2nd Place – Gabriel Eitzmann – 7 lbs. 7...
Dam Cleanup for Fireworks Display
Jun 24, 2013 | Uncategorized
Dam Cleanup this Wednesday, June 26, at 6 pm. Fireworks are set for Saturday, July 6 with a rain-out date of Sunday, July 7. The show will begin at 9:20 pm on the dam. The fireworks display draws a big crowd! This means a lot of people will be looking towards OUR DAM...
Ckeckout Photos of DLPOA Luau and Boat Parade
May 27, 2013 | Uncategorized
The Cove by 121 W. Lake was filled with people Saturday afternoon. Click here to checkout photos of this year's DLPOA Luau and Boat Parade. Thanks to everyone who helped put this event together!
Dunlap Lake Association Meeting Scheduled
Apr 28, 2013 | Uncategorized
The Dunlap Lake Association Board Meeting has been scheduled for 7 p.m. on Monday, April 29. DLA meetings are held at the Fogle House, 840 East Lake Dr. All property owners are welcome to attend
Dunlap Lake Association Board Meeting Rescheduled
Mar 21, 2013 | Uncategorized
The Dunlap Lake Association Board Meeting has been rescheduled for 7 p.m. on Monday, April 1. DLA meetings are held at the Fogle House, 840 East Lake Dr. All property owners are welcome to attend .
Assessment Survey
Mar 13, 2013 | Uncategorized
Click Below for Results of the Assessment Survey DLPOA Assessment Survey Emailed Comments on Assessments
2013 Annual Meeting Cancelled for Today
Jan 11, 2013 | News
The Thursday, Feb. 21, Dunlap Lake Annual Meeting has been CANCELLED due to the bad weather. The meeting is rescheduled for Wednesday, March 6. The meeting will be held at the Moose Lodge, 7371 Marine Rd. The doors will open at 6:30, snacks will be served and a cash...
October Dunlap Days
Oct 23, 2012 | Uncategorized
Holiday Social Was Fun For All The annual Dunlap Lake Holiday Social had over 60 people show up and a lot of new faces. Checkout photos of the event on our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/pages/Dunlap-Lake-Association/264037857002809. Thanks to everyone for...
Dunlap Days
Jul 23, 2012 | Uncategorized
Fall Social Fall is in the air and the Dunlap Lake Association Fall Social will be at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 20, in the lot across from 121 W. Lake Drive. Come for the Hot Dogs, Bonfire, Marshmallows, S’mores and More. Bring your chairs, beverages, snacks to share,...