Tempe Town Lake Condos Lose Their Waterfront View – Temporarily
Tempe Town Lake Inflatable Dam Bursts
At 9:45 pm on Tuesday, July 20th, one section of the inflatable dam at Tempe Town Lake burst releasing 750 million gallons into the Salt River. Since it occured at night nobody was on the lake and one visitor at the west end of the lake was able to capture the release on video. The day after the failure, the Town of Tempe and Bridgestone, the manufacturer of the inflatable bladders, squared off and each offered explanations of why the other party was at fault. Obviously, something went wrong somewhere because according to the Town of Tempe website, “The bladders have special ozone and ultraviolet ray protection from the southwestern climate and have been tested extensively for durability.” Bridgestone contends improper maintenance since the bladders need to be kept moist and cool through the use of a sprinkler system that was not being used at the time of the failure, while the Town of Tempe Mayor counters that the poor design of the dam made it difficult to use the sprinklers effectively.
Tempe Town Lake Condos
Tempe Town lakefront condo developments will need to wait until the first part of November 2010 to see their waterfront views completely restored. This will impact such developments as Bridgeview, Edgewater on the south shore, and Northshore on the opposite side.The city would like to have the lake filled as not to interupt the annual Ironman Arizona Triathalon that takes place every November. The water to fill the lake originally was purchased from the Central Arizona Project. The lake capacity is approximately 1 billion gallons.
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Available Tempe Town Lake Condos for Sale
$164,800 :: 945 E Playa Del Norte Drive, Unit 2003, Tempe AZ, 85281

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2 beds, 2.00 baths
Home size: 1,208 sq ft
Lot Size: 1,094 sq ft
Added: 10/28/11, Last Updated: 02/09/12
Property Type: Apartment Style/Flat, Residential
MLS Number: 4668379
Community: Northshore
Tract: Northshore Condominiums
The price of this listing was last reduced on 12/12/2011 by 2%
Modern stylish Condo with Balcony and Master bedroom and living area facing Tempe Town Lake and the Courtyard! Views! Granite Counters, 42'' cabinets, Gorgeous upgraded 24'' slate tile! Tons of light and fan upgrades. Space, Parking, Gym, pool and views of the lake! Great place to live for students, retired persons, business people on the go! Near popular mill ave and 5 minutes to downtown Scottsdale. Restaurants across the street make living here easy and fun!
Listed with MKR Realty, Inc
Brought to you by Gordon Baker, Remax Alliance Group. Call me today at 480-326-8571, or visit my website at www.myhomeinaz.com/!
$204,900 :: 945 E Playa Del Norte Drive, Unit 2024, Tempe AZ, 85281

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2 beds, 2.00 baths
Home size: 1,287 sq ft
Lot Size: 1,208 sq ft
Added: 02/09/12, Last Updated: 02/09/12
Property Type: Apartment Style/Flat, Residential, Condominium
MLS Number: 4713984
Community: Northshore
Tract: Northshore Condominiums
Luxury, condo! Immaculate inside! Lots of upgrades, granite counters, lovely cherry cabinets and stainless steel appliances in the kitchen. Nice size balcony with fireplace. Tile in all the right places, lots of amenities, gym, pool, next to lake, restaurants and shopping! This is NOT a short sale, NOT a foreclosure, NOT an investor! Easy close!
Listed with HomeSmart
Brought to you by Gordon Baker, Remax Alliance Group. Call me today at 480-326-8571, or visit my website at www.myhomeinaz.com/!
$189,500 :: 945 E Playa Del Norte Drive, Unit 2019, Tempe AZ, 85281

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2 beds, 2.00 baths
Home size: 1,208 sq ft
Lot Size: 7,500 sq ft
Added: 09/16/11, Last Updated: 01/23/12
Property Type: Apartment Style/Flat, Residential, Condominium
MLS Number: 4648016
Tract: Northshore Condominiums
The price of this listing was last reduced on 10/31/2011 by 2%
This is truly a spectacular condominium. Boasting one of the best views in not only the entire building, but all of Tempe, this unit overlooks a sparkling Tempe Town Lake and ASU. There is a beautiful balcony adorned with a uniquely decorated fireplace, as well as a stunning kitchen with black granite countertops and dark wood cabinets. The building also sports a bright pool overlooking the water, an exercise room, an artfully decorated lobby, and a neatly landscaped grassy green. Truly a must-see!
Listed with Keller Williams Arizona Realty
Brought to you by Gordon Baker, Remax Alliance Group. Call me today at 480-326-8571, or visit my website at www.myhomeinaz.com/!
$209,000 :: 945 E Playa Del Norte Drive, Unit 2014, Tempe AZ, 85281

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2 beds, 2.00 baths
Home size: 1,287 sq ft
Lot Size: 0 sq ft
Added: 09/20/11, Last Updated: 01/23/12
Property Type: Apartment Style/Flat, Residential, Condominium
MLS Number: 4649694
Tract: Northshore Condominiums
This condo is one of the best you will find in Tempe! Enjoy a KNOCKOUT view overlooking Tempe Town Lake and sparkling blue pool from the beautiful balcony with exterior fireplace. Inside has numerous builder upgrades- Including immaculate hardwood floors, gorgeous kitchen tile flooring, and eye catching tile backsplash in kitchen. 2 bedroom/2 bath with direct balcony access from bedrooms. This condo is in pristine condition and is truly spectacular!
Listed with Keller Williams Arizona Realty
Brought to you by Gordon Baker, Remax Alliance Group. Call me today at 480-326-8571, or visit my website at www.myhomeinaz.com/!
$244,900 :: 945 E Playa Del Norte Drive, Unit 1026, Tempe AZ, 85281

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2 beds, 2.00 baths
Home size: 1,287 sq ft
Lot Size: 0 sq ft
Added: 01/02/12, Last Updated: 01/17/12
Property Type: Apartment Style/Flat, Residential, Condominium
MLS Number: 4695137
Community: Northshore Condominiums
Tract: Northshore
Luxury Modern Resort Style Living! Executive condo with long term tenant willing to stay! This 2BR appears larger than SF, open, spacious, kitchen breakfast bar, top of line appliances, upgraded cabinetry! Granite, travertine! Too many +'s to list!! Enjoy your oversize patio overlooking a lush landscaped courtyard! Fireplace on patio, nearby cascading pool/spa overlooking Tempe Town Lake! A+ locatiion! Nearby boardwalk along Tempe Town Lake! Close to airport, restaurants, shopping, ASU! Includes 2 storage units & private garage parking. Must see to appreciate! By appointment...
Listed with Dominion Real Estate Partners, LLC
Brought to you by Gordon Baker, Remax Alliance Group. Call me today at 480-326-8571, or visit my website at www.myhomeinaz.com/!

July 29th, 2010 at 8:32 pm
Wow I live right by this. Its a shame this happened. I hope to see some water in that lake again real soon. I never understood an inflatable damn…
September 18th, 2010 at 6:37 pm
[...] agreed to allow the Outrigger Club Na Lee O Ke Kai to use community lake for training while the Tempe Town Lake dam is being repaired. Fishing with a license is also permitted and anglers enjoy fishing for bass, [...]
October 23rd, 2011 at 11:26 pm
[...] system to cool the bladders when needed. This was the point of contention when one of the bladders failed on July 20, 2010, that the maintenance had been inadequate. The picture to the left was taken just days after the [...]