Androscoggin River Reservoir — Reservoirs 45.8 Miles SE of Chapman Inn
Androscoggin County, Maine · USGS Lisbon Falls South Quadrangle · GNIS 1773524
Within Androscoggin County, Maine, on the USGS Lisbon Falls South quadrangle, the reservoir known as Androscoggin River Reservoir sits 45.8 miles southeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Androscoggin County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Androscoggin River Reservoir as a reservoir on the Lisbon Falls South topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/001), under Feature ID 1773524. Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 05/24/2010.
Coordinates & physical setting
Androscoggin River Reservoir sits at 43.99401° N, 70.06312° W (DMS 43°59′38″ N, 70°03′47″ W).
Other reservoirs in Androscoggin County, Maine
Androscoggin County, ME contains 23 reservoirs catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Androscoggin River Reservoir itself. The ones closest to Androscoggin River Reservoir:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sabattus River Reservoir | Lisbon Falls North | 2.3 mi |
| Sabattus River Reservoir | Lisbon Falls North | 3.2 mi |
| Sabattus River Reservoir | Lisbon Falls North | 3.4 mi |
| Runaround Pond | North Pownal | 6.5 mi |
| Sabattus Pond | Lisbon Falls North | 9.1 mi |
| Androscoggin River Reservoir | Lewiston | 9.8 mi |
| Montello Heights Reservoir | Lewiston | 10.2 mi |
| Barker Mill Dam Pond | Lewiston | 10.6 mi |
| Androscoggin River Reservoir | Lewiston | 10.9 mi |
| Taylor Brook | Minot | 11.2 mi |
Features on the USGS Lisbon Falls South Quadrangle
The Lisbon Falls South 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 11 catalogued natural features alongside Androscoggin River Reservoir. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meadow Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Little River | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Pinkham Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Dyer Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 3.2 mi |
| Androscoggin River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Sagadahoc County, ME | 3.2 mi |
| Simpson Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 3.6 mi |
| Cox Pinnacle | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 3.6 mi |
| Bald Rock | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 5.3 mi |
| Wardtown | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 5.5 mi |
| Florida Lake | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 6.3 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SE out of Bethel for 45.8 miles (southeast) and you reach Androscoggin River Reservoir; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 79 minutes.
Best time to visit
June through September for paddling and swimming; January through March for ice fishing. At this latitude (43.994°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 45.8 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Androscoggin River Reservoir track the nearby Meadow Brook stream (0.5 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Androscoggin River Reservoir
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meadow Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Little River | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Pinkham Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Sabattus River | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Dearing Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.1 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Androscoggin River Reservoir located?
Androscoggin River Reservoir is in Androscoggin County, Maine, approximately 45.8 miles southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Lisbon Falls South topographic quadrangle.
How far is Androscoggin River Reservoir from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 79 minutes, 45.8 miles southeast (bearing SE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Androscoggin River Reservoir?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Androscoggin River Reservoir as a reservoir, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 1773524 on the Lisbon Falls South quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Androscoggin River Reservoir?
June through September for paddling and swimming; January through March for ice fishing.
How many other reservoirs are in Androscoggin County, Maine?
GNIS lists 22 other reservoirs in Androscoggin County, Maine.