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.

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...

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...

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...

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


Marlene's Sass & Class Boutique

Marlene's Sass & Class Boutique is a locally owned and operated store specializing in clothing, accessories, and shoes. The shop carries a wide selection of sizes from XS-3XL. The place is nice and has a...

Fatboy's BBQ

Fatboy's BBQ is a family-owned business operating in Cooper, TX. Texas BBQ, Old Fashioned Hamburgers, strong support for the Second Amendment, and a welcoming staff. The place is cozy and clean.

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...

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Jim Chapman Lake Weather Forecast

Friday

Chance Thunderstorms

Hi: 86

Friday Night

Chance Thunderstorms

Lo: 73

Saturday

Thunderstorms Likely

Hi: 84

Saturday Night

Rain Showers Likely

Lo: 73

Sunday

Thunderstorms

Hi: 87

Sunday Night

Partly Cloudy

Lo: 75

Monday

Mostly Sunny

Hi: 93

Monday Night

Mostly Clear

Lo: 77


Jim Chapman Lake Water Level (last 30 days)


Water Level on 6/5: 437.65 (-8.35)