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


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...

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.

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...

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.

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.

Jim Chapman Lake What To Do


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.

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...

Sulphur Springs Country Club

Sulphur Springs Country Club is located in the heart of East Texas, Sulphur Springs Country Club. The par 72 course takes full advantage of the SSCC development's natural splendor, winding its way across...

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...

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

Thursday

Decreasing Clouds

Hi: 93

Thursday Night

Chance Thunderstorms

Lo: 77

Friday

Chance Thunderstorms

Hi: 91

Friday Night

Partly Cloudy

Lo: 77

Saturday

Mostly Sunny

Hi: 95

Saturday Night

Chance Thunderstorms

Lo: 78

Sunday

Rain Showers Likely

Hi: 91

Sunday Night

Rain Showers

Lo: 71


Jim Chapman Lake Water Level (last 30 days)


Water Level on 6/11: 438.00 (-8.00)