Lakes and Fishing

Lake Bridgeport Offers Fishing and Boating in Wise County

Lake Bridgeport sits on the West Fork Trinity River in Wise and Jack counties and supports bass, catfish, crappie, and other fish.

Wise County The Great Outdoors

Lake Bridgeport covers about 11,954 surface acres and reaches up to 85 feet deep. It is off US Highway 380 near Bridgeport. Boat ramps are available, though access can be limited when lake levels are low. The lake is managed for water supply by the Tarrant Regional Water District.

Before you leave any Texas lake with your boat, you must drain all water from your hull, livewells, and bait buckets. Zebra mussels have been confirmed in Lake Bridgeport, and transporting them to another water body is illegal. TPWD posts current fishing reports for Lake Bridgeport on its website.

Source to confirm: TPWD — Fishing Lake Bridgeport

More Wise County notes

Property Tax

Who Sets Your Property Value in Wise County

The Wise County Appraisal District sets the value of your property, and a separate tax office collects the bill.

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Property Tax

The Homestead Exemption Saves Money on Your Tax Bill

If your home in Wise County is your main residence, you can apply for a homestead exemption to lower your property tax.

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Agricultural Valuation

Farm and Ranch Land Can Be Taxed at a Lower Rate

Landowners who use their land for farming, ranching, or wildlife management may qualify for a much lower tax valuation.

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Special Districts

Special Districts Can Add to Your Property Tax Bill

Some Wise County properties fall inside special districts that add their own property taxes on top of county and school rates.

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