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


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...

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.

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.

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.

Jim Chapman Lake What To Do


Sand Hills Golf & Country Club

Sand Hills is a course that overlooks Cooper Lake and is densely forested, however it lacks bunkers. The 270-yard par 4 No. 6 and the 220-yard par 3 No. 8 are the two most tough holes on the par 36 layout. The...

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...

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...

Pioneer Cafe

Pioneer Cafe is located in Sulphur Springs, Texas. It offer home-cooked meals for breakfast and lunch. Daily Specials are chicken fried steak and fried chicken, as well as a full menu featuring specialty...

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.

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Jim Chapman Lake Weather Forecast

Sunday

Slight Chance Thunderstorms

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Sunday Night

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Monday

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Monday Night

Chance Thunderstorms

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Tuesday

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Tuesday Night

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Wednesday

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Wednesday Night

Chance Rain Showers

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Jim Chapman Lake Water Level (last 30 days)


Water Level on 5/17: 437.25 (-8.75)