Jim Chapman Lake


Jim Chapman Lake and the Cooper Dam sit in Delta and Hopkins Counties two miles south of Cooper, Texas, eight miles east of Commerce, Texas, in northeast Texas. Jim Chapman Lake is 12 miles north of Sulphur Springs, Texas. It was formerly named and is also known as Cooper Lake. Dallas is 67 miles southwest. It covers 19,305 acres with a maximum depth of 50 feet. The U.S. Army Corp of Engineers (USACE) manages Jim Chapman Lake.  More Lake Information

Jim Chapman Lake Camping


Buggy Whip Equestrian Campground

Buggy Whip Equestrian Campground has 15 campsites with water and electric hookups and a 20-foot tether cable. Only eight people are allowed per site. There are restrooms, picnic tables, and potable water.

Tira Boat Ramp - Jim Chapman Lake

Tira Boat Ramp is located near the east side of the dam. It has a two-lane concrete ramp, a parking space for 90 vehicles, a courtesy dock, and a restroom. This is open all year round, and with a parking fee.

Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit

Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit Campground has 39 sites, and only eight people per site are allowed. It has an electric hookup, water hookup, picnic table, outdoor grill, and nearby restrooms. The...

Oak Grove Campground

Oak Grove Campground has 15 sites, and eight people are allowed per site. There is a picnic table, restroom, fire ring, water nearby, and a lantern post. This is a beautiful campsite.

The Box Ranch RV Park

The Box Ranch RV Park has ten campsites with 30 and 50 amp, including water, electric, and septic hookups. They offer daily, weekly, and long-term stay and pricing. The place is nice and has a kind owner, too.

Jim Chapman Lake What To Do


Tejanos Mexican Grill

Tejanos Mexican Grill is a place for Mexican food lovers. They offer wide variety foods. Serving with an inviting ambiance, and delicious foods at a reasonable price. The service is fast and staff is kind.

Heritage Park & Museum

Heritage Park & Museum is in Sulphur Springs, TX. Double-bricked walls, carved columns, and an odd Regency-style spherical ceiling rising from four spindled arches are just a few of the house's remarkable...

Classic Lanes

Classic Lanes is a fun place to visit especially for kids. a perfect place to enjoy bowling and laser tag. Strictly only 14 years old and up are allowed to come. All minors should be guided by a parent. This...

Starplex Cinemas 6

Starplex Cinemas 6 is nestled in the beautiful city of Sulphur Springs, TX. It offers new movies with comfortable seating at an affordable price. This is a good place to bond with your family and watch movies.

Backstory Brewery

Backstory Brewery is nestled just south and a little west of Cradle of Sulphur Springs, the Spring Lot. It specializes in creating and producing the best crafted beers. The taproom is open for visitors. There...

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Jim Chapman Lake Current Weather Alerts

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Jim Chapman Lake Weather Forecast

Thursday

Hot

Hi: 100

Thursday Night

Clear

Lo: 77

Friday

Hot

Hi: 98

Friday Night

Mostly Clear

Lo: 78

Saturday

Hot

Hi: 98

Saturday Night

Thunderstorms Likely

Lo: 77

Sunday

Chance Thunderstorms

Hi: 95

Sunday Night

Chance Thunderstorms

Lo: 75


Jim Chapman Lake Water Level (last 30 days)


Water Level on 7/10: 438.22 (-7.78)