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Dunkirk Dam Lake District Township of Dunkirk, Wisconsin

Yahara riverfront properties south of Stoughton, within the Township of Dunkirk, extending to and including the Dunkirk Dam.

DDLD Map

DDLD Latest NEWS

Meeting to Discuss Expanded Access Above/Below the Dam held April 8th

The meeting was very informative, outlining the design proposal for Lyon's Park. Review the meeting notes and slides to know more. meeting notes

Plans to Upgrade/Replace Fencing Around the Dam

The fencing around the dam needs a facelift as over the past 25 years it has become bent and damaged. Thanks to the generosity of Tom Reiss, portions of the fence will be replaced and reinforced sometime in May. This will clearly delineate the "NO TRESSPASSING" areas.

The signage around the dam has all been removed. This will be re-installed in April. The Dunkirk Dam continues to be a favorite fishing spot for anglers. The new fencing and signs will help clarify the areas around the dam that are "AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL ONLY."

This flier shows a map of the "No Trespassing" areas around the dam and shows (in green arrows) how the anglers can access the west side of the river on the other side of the dam.

-- April 2024 --

About the DDLD

Dunkirk Dam Lake District

The DDLD was formed in 1994 to maintain, protect, and improve the two-mile (approx.) stretch of the Yahara River

designated as the Dunkirk Dam Lake District. MAP

What is a Lake district?

Lake Districts are special purpose units of government, and include; public inland lake protection and rehabilitation districts, sanitary districts, special districts, and commissions formed by local governments. The purpose of a district is to maintain, protect, and improve the quality of a lake and its watershed for the mutual good of the members and the lake environment.

Lake districts are established by town, county or village boards, or city councils, and usually based on a formal petition of lake area owners. Lake District formation and operations must comply with Chapter 33 of the Wisconsin Statutes. The boundaries of a lake district usually include the property of all riparian owners and can include off-lake property that benefits from the lake or affects the lake's watershed. The district may include all or part of a lake or more than one lake. A city or village must give its approval to be included in a district.

Lake districts are governmental bodies with elected or appointed leaders and annual budgets funded from tax levies or special assessments. Districts also have some capabilities to regulate lake use, such as local boating ordinances and sewage management. Within a lake district, all property owners share in the cost of management activities undertaken by the district. Residents who live in the district and are eligible voters and all property owners have a vote in the affairs of the district. This is accomplished at an annual meeting.

Participatory membership

The Dunkirk Dam Lake District was formed in 1994 to maintain protect, and improve our two-mile (approx.) stretch of the Yahara River designated by the Dunkirk Dam Lake District. (A map can be found under "documents.")

The DDLD membership consists of owners of the riverfront properties on the Yahara River south of the City of Stoughton, but within the Town of Dunkirk, extending to and including the Dunkirk Dam. Members meet quarterly on the third Wednesdays in January, April, July, and October.

The DDLD is a true example of a participatory democracy. Residents are represented by a five-member board of commissioners. Members who live in the district are eligible voters. The commissioners include an appointee from the Township of Dunkirk as well as Dane County providing the members with up-to-date information and beneficial cooperation as we strive to maintain the beauty of the Yahara River.

DDLD Commissioners

Who runs the Lake District?

The day to day activities of the DDLD are carried out by a board of five commissioners. Three are property owners elected by the membership, each serving a three-year term. The remaining two are appointed; one by the county, and one by the township.

Chair - Laura Davis

Who runs the Lake District?

Term: October 2020-2024

Laura and her husband, Rich Morris, live on the west side of the river near the Millpond. Laura is a retired Neonatal ICU Nurse.

Email Laura

Treasurer - Lauri Hodge

Who runs the Lake District?

Treasurer - Lauri Hodge

Term: October 2022-2025

Lauri Hodge lives on Hwy N at the mid point of the DDLD two-mile stretch of river. Lauri is a retired Home Economics Teacher.

Email Lauri

Secretary - Becky Dakin

Michael Engelberger - Dane County Appointee

Treasurer - Lauri Hodge

Term: October 2020-2026

Becky and her husband, Ted Christman, live on the west side of the river near the upper end of the two-mile stretch of the DDLD. Becky is a retired Project Manager.

Email Becky

Michael Engelberger - Dane County Appointee

Mike is the Dane County Supervisor for District 35 which, encompasses the DDLD. Follow his District 35 BLOG.

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Dan Jenks - Township of Dunkirk Appointee

Michael Engelberger - Dane County Appointee

Dan is the Township of Dunkirk Supervisor.

Email Dan

Welcome

Dunkirk Dam Lake District Township of Dunkirk, Wisconsin

DDLD Latest NEWS

Meeting to Discuss Expanded Access Above/Below the Dam held April 8th

Plans to Upgrade/Replace Fencing Around the Dam

About the DDLD

Dunkirk Dam Lake District

What is a Lake district?

Participatory membership

DDLD Commissioners

Who runs the Lake District?

Who runs the Lake District?

Who runs the Lake District?

Chair - Laura Davis

Who runs the Lake District?

Who runs the Lake District?

Treasurer - Lauri Hodge

Who runs the Lake District?

Treasurer - Lauri Hodge

Secretary - Becky Dakin

Michael Engelberger - Dane County Appointee

Treasurer - Lauri Hodge

Michael Engelberger - Dane County Appointee

Michael Engelberger - Dane County Appointee

Michael Engelberger - Dane County Appointee

Dan Jenks - Township of Dunkirk Appointee

Michael Engelberger - Dane County Appointee

Michael Engelberger - Dane County Appointee

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