New Lake

Bois d'Arc Lake Is Texas's Newest Major Reservoir

Bois d'Arc Lake opened to the public in April 2024 and sits northeast of Bonham — it is the first major new reservoir built in Texas in more than 30 years.

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The North Texas Municipal Water District built Bois d'Arc Lake to supply drinking water to the DFW region. The lake covers about 26 square miles in Fannin County. It opened for public recreation in April 2024.

Texas Parks and Wildlife stocked the lake with over 373,000 Florida Largemouth Bass, including fish bred from trophy-size stock. There is a 16-inch maximum length limit on bass to help the fishery grow. Three free public boat ramps are open around the clock. Waterfowl hunting is allowed in designated areas on the lake surface. A Texas fishing license is required.

Source to confirm: TPWD — Bois d'Arc Lake Opening News Release

More Fannin County notes

Property Tax

Fannin County Has Two Separate Tax Offices

The appraisal district sets your property value, but a separate tax assessor-collector office handles registration and some other duties — and in Fannin County, the tax assessor does not collect property taxes.

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Homestead Exemption

Apply for Your Homestead Exemption at the Fannin CAD

If you own and live in your home in Fannin County, you can apply for a homestead exemption that lowers your taxable property value.

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Agricultural Valuation

Farm and Ranch Land Can Qualify for Lower Taxes in Fannin County

Land used for farming, ranching, or other qualifying agriculture can be taxed on its productive value rather than its market value, which is often much lower.

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Public Land

Caddo National Grasslands Offers Hunting and Fishing in Fannin County

The Caddo National Grasslands Wildlife Management Area covers about 16,000 acres in Fannin County and is open for hunting, fishing, camping, and hiking.

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