Fishing

Lake Pat Cleburne Is a City Reservoir Open for Fishing

Lake Pat Cleburne on the Nolan River holds catfish, bass, and white bass — and it is open to the public with a Texas fishing license.

Johnson County The Great Outdoors

The lake covers 1,558 acres southwest of Cleburne off US 67. It was impounded in 1961 and is owned by the City of Cleburne. Channel catfish fishing is rated excellent; blue catfish are rated good; flathead catfish are rated poor. Largemouth bass and white bass are rated good. Water is stained to murky.

All species are managed under statewide TPWD regulations — you need a current Texas fishing license. The lake's maximum depth is 64 feet. For access information, contact the City of Cleburne at 817-641-3321 or check the TPWD lake page.

Source to confirm: TPWD — Lake Pat Cleburne Fishing

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Property Tax

Two Offices Handle Property Tax in Johnson County

Johnson County has a separate appraisal district and tax office — they do different jobs, so knowing which one to call saves you time.

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Property Tax

Homestead Exemption Can Lower Your Property Tax Bill

If your home in Johnson County is your main residence, you likely qualify for a homestead exemption that reduces the taxable value.

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Agricultural Appraisal

Ag Valuation Can Sharply Cut Taxes on Rural Land

If your rural land in Johnson County is actively used for farming or ranching, it may qualify to be taxed on its productivity value instead of market value — often a big difference.

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Vehicle Registration

Register Your Car at the Johnson County Tax Office

The Johnson County Tax Office handles vehicle titles and registration — the same office where you pay property taxes.

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