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


Liberty Grove Campground

Liberty Grove Campground has 30 sites, and only eight people are allowed per site. Inclusions are electric hookups, water hookups, restrooms, fire rings, and picnic tables. The staff is friendly. The place is...

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.

Honey Creek Boat Ramp South Sulphur Unit

Honey Creek Boat Ramp South Sulphur Unit has two-lane ramps, a parking area that can accommodate 63 vehicles, a cleaning station, a courtesy dock, a restroom, a picnic area, and a campsite. This is open all...

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.

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...

Jim Chapman Lake What To Do


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.

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...

The Sundance Bar

The Sundance Bar is a perfect place to socialize with other people. It has 2 pool tables, top golf game, and gamble computers. There is also a DJ that gives good and happy music. Also, smoking is allowed...

DeeZ

DeeZ is nestled in Cooper Texas that offers homestyle cooked food. They offer breakfast and lunch foods. The place is very fun with friendly staff. This is a must visit restaurant in Cooper.

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

Friday

Slight Chance Thunderstorms

Hi: 77

Friday Night

Chance Thunderstorms

Lo: 69

Saturday

Chance Thunderstorms

Hi: 84

Saturday Night

Chance Thunderstorms

Lo: 69

Sunday

Chance Thunderstorms

Hi: 84

Sunday Night

Mostly Cloudy

Lo: 66

Labor Day

Mostly Sunny

Hi: 86

Monday Night

Mostly Clear

Lo: 66


Jim Chapman Lake Water Level (last 30 days)


Water Level on 8/29: 438.58 (-7.42)