Fishing

Fishing at Benbrook Lake in Tarrant County

Benbrook Lake sits about 10 miles southwest of downtown Fort Worth and offers fishing for largemouth bass, catfish, hybrid striped bass, crappie, and white bass.

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The lake covers 3,635 acres and sits on the Clear Fork of the Trinity River off US 377. TPWD rates hybrid striped bass as excellent, with good fishing also for catfish, crappie, and white bass. Largemouth bass is the most sought-after species.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers controls the lake. Boat ramp availability can change with water levels — check the Corps website before you go. Free lake maps are available at the controlling authority office on Lakeside Drive. You need a Texas fishing license.

Source to confirm: TPWD – Fishing Benbrook Lake

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Property Appraisal

Who Appraises Your Property in Tarrant County

The Tarrant Appraisal District (TAD) sets the value of your property each year, and that value determines how much tax you owe.

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Homestead Exemption

How to Apply for a Homestead Exemption in Tarrant County

Homeowners who live in their Tarrant County home can apply for a homestead exemption to lower their property tax bill.

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Appraisal Cap

The 10% Cap on Your Home's Appraised Value in Tarrant County

Once you have a homestead exemption on file, TAD can raise your home's appraised value by no more than 10% per year.

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Tax Protest

How to Protest Your Property Tax Value in Tarrant County

If you think TAD overvalued your property, you can protest — the deadline is generally May 15 or 30 days after your notice arrives.

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