Jim Chapman Lake Water Level & Fishing Conditions
Live lake level and percent full, level history, National Weather Service forecast and solunar fishing times for Jim Chapman Lake near Cooper, Texas. Updated every few hours.
Water level
-0.03 ft
-0.22 ft
2.68 ft below the median for November 8 (436.55 ft, records since 2001).
Today's fishing conditions
- New moon today - strongest solunar days of the month
- Moonrise lines up with sunrise
- Steady barometer
- Calm, slick water - fish may be wary
Best times today
- 5:45 AM – 6:45 AMMinor · Moonrise · at dawn
- 10:34 AM – 12:34 PMMajor · Moon overhead
- 4:17 PM – 5:17 PMMinor · Moonset · at dusk
- 10:58 PM – 12:58 AMMajor · Moon underfoot
Jim Chapman Lake level, last 30 days
How full is Jim Chapman Lake?
Percent full is based on conservation storage and capacity, as published by the Texas Water Development Board for 2026-11-08; storage in the flood pool is not counted.
Jim Chapman Lake level vs. last year
Jim Chapman Lake is 2.59 ft lower than a year ago (436.47 ft).
Jim Chapman Lake level history (5 years)
Highest since Nov 2021: 444.37 ft (Jun 6, 2024). Lowest: 433.88 ft (Nov 8, 2026).
3-day fishing forecast
Mostly Cloudy · 71°/54°F · wind up to 5 mph · rain 2%
New Moon · major 10:34 AM
Mostly Sunny · 74°/49°F · calm · rain 3%
New Moon · major 11:22 AM
Mostly Sunny · 77°/56°F · wind up to 5 mph · rain 6%
Waxing Crescent · major 11:47 PM
Hourly weather at Jim Chapman Lake
| Time | Temp | Wind | Rain | Sky |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun 4 PM | 71°F | N 5 mph | 2% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Sun 6 PM | 63°F | Calm | 1% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Sun 8 PM | 58°F | Calm | 1% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Sun 10 PM | 55°F | Calm | 0% | Partly Cloudy |
| Mon 12 AM | 53°F | Calm | 0% | Partly Cloudy |
| Mon 2 AM | 51°F | Calm | 0% | Mostly Clear |
| Mon 4 AM | 49°F | Calm | 1% | Partly Cloudy |
| Mon 6 AM | 50°F | Calm | 2% | Mostly Sunny |
| Mon 8 AM | 52°F | Calm | 2% | Mostly Sunny |
| Mon 10 AM | 65°F | Calm | 2% | Mostly Sunny |
| Mon 12 PM | 71°F | Calm | 2% | Mostly Sunny |
| Mon 2 PM | 74°F | Calm | 2% | Mostly Sunny |
Barometric pressure
Trend: steady (+0.0 hPa in ~6 h). Station KSLR.
Water temperature
This USGS gauge does not report water temperature.
Solunar table – next 7 days
| Day | Major | Minor | Sun | Moon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun Nov 8 | 10:34 AM–12:34 PM 10:58 PM–12:58 AM |
5:45 AM–6:45 AM 4:17 PM–5:17 PM |
6:47 AM 5:24 PM |
New Moon 0% |
| Mon Nov 9 | 11:22 AM–1:22 PM | 6:46 AM–7:46 AM 4:54 PM–5:54 PM |
6:48 AM 5:23 PM |
New Moon 0% |
| Tue Nov 10 | 11:47 PM–1:47 AM 12:12 PM–2:12 PM |
7:46 AM–8:46 AM 5:35 PM–6:35 PM |
6:49 AM 5:23 PM |
Waxing Crescent 2% |
| Wed Nov 11 | 12:38 AM–2:38 AM 1:04 PM–3:04 PM |
8:43 AM–9:43 AM 6:22 PM–7:22 PM |
6:50 AM 5:22 PM |
Waxing Crescent 6% |
| Thu Nov 12 | 1:29 AM–3:29 AM 1:55 PM–3:55 PM |
9:36 AM–10:36 AM 7:15 PM–8:15 PM |
6:51 AM 5:21 PM |
Waxing Crescent 11% |
| Fri Nov 13 | 2:21 AM–4:21 AM 2:46 PM–4:46 PM |
10:23 AM–11:23 AM 8:11 PM–9:11 PM |
6:51 AM 5:21 PM |
Waxing Crescent 17% |
| Sat Nov 14 | 3:10 AM–5:10 AM 3:34 PM–5:34 PM |
11:04 AM–12:04 PM 9:08 PM–10:08 PM |
6:52 AM 5:20 PM |
Waxing Crescent 25% |
About Jim Chapman Lake: fish species & lake facts
Fish species (TPWD angling ratings)
| Largemouth Bass | Fair |
| Catfish | Excellent |
| Crappie | Fair |
| White & Hybrid Striped Bass | Excellent |
Lake facts
| Surface area | 19,305 acres |
| Max depth | 55 ft |
| Impounded | 1991 |
| Counties | Delta, Hopkins |
| Managed by | US Army Corps of Engineers |
| Public boat ramps | about 4 |
Source: Texas Parks and Wildlife – Jim Chapman Lake. Always confirm current bag and length limits in the TPWD Outdoor Annual before you keep fish.
Jim Chapman Lake FAQ
How full is Jim Chapman Lake right now?
Jim Chapman Lake is 61.8% full (as of 2026-11-08, Texas Water Development Board). The lake is 6.13 ft below its conservation pool of 440.00 ft.
What fish are in Jim Chapman Lake?
Texas Parks and Wildlife lists Largemouth Bass, Catfish, Crappie, White & Hybrid Striped Bass at Jim Chapman Lake. TPWD rates fishing for Catfish, White & Hybrid Striped Bass as good or excellent.
What is the water level of Jim Chapman Lake today?
Jim Chapman Lake was at 433.87 ft (USGS gauge 07342495) today. That is 2.68 ft below the historical median for November 8 (436.55 ft).
Is Jim Chapman Lake higher than last year?
Jim Chapman Lake is 2.59 ft lower than a year ago (433.88 ft now vs. 436.47 ft).
When is the best time to fish Jim Chapman Lake today?
Today's fishing conditions score is 8/10 (Very good). Major solunar periods: 10:34 AM–12:34 PM, 10:58 PM–12:58 AM.
Is the Jim Chapman Lake level data official?
Yes. Water levels come directly from U.S. Geological Survey gauge 07342495 and are provisional, meaning USGS may revise them. Percent full is published by the Texas Water Development Board. Weather comes from the National Weather Service.
How big and how deep is Jim Chapman Lake?
Jim Chapman Lake covers about 19,305 acres and has a maximum depth of about 55 feet, according to Texas Parks and Wildlife.
Lakes near Jim Chapman Lake
Data: USGS gauge 07342495 (lake surface elevation, provisional). Percent full: Texas Water Development Board. Forecast: National Weather Service for 33.333, -95.625. Elevations are in feet above the gauge datum.