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Androscoggin River Reservoir — Reservoirs 28.7 Miles ENE of Chapman Inn
Franklin County, Maine · USGS Wilton Quadrangle · GNIS 1773536
Within Franklin County, Maine, on the USGS Wilton quadrangle, the reservoir known as Androscoggin River Reservoir sits 28.7 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Franklin County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Androscoggin River Reservoir as a reservoir on the Wilton topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/007), under Feature ID 1773536. Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 05/24/2010.
Coordinates & physical setting
Androscoggin River Reservoir sits at 44.50086° N, 70.22201° W (DMS 44°30′03″ N, 70°13′19″ W).
Other reservoirs in Franklin County, Maine
Franklin County, ME contains 17 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Androscoggin River Reservoir | Wilton | 1.4 mi |
| Androscoggin River Reservoir | Livermore Falls | 1.9 mi |
| Wilson Pond | Wilton | 5.9 mi |
| Little Norridgewock Stream Reservoir | Farmington Falls | 7.5 mi |
| Temple Stream Reservoir | Farmington | 11.4 mi |
| Staples Pond | Farmington | 15.2 mi |
| Mosher Pond | New Sharon | 17.8 mi |
| Porter Lake | Strong | 21.7 mi |
| Bauds Pond | New Vineyard | 22.8 mi |
| Carrabassett River Reservoir | Kingfield | 31.8 mi |
Features on the USGS Wilton Quadrangle
The Wilton 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 18 catalogued natural features alongside Androscoggin River Reservoir. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jay Hill | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 1 mi |
| Androscoggin River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Franklin County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Bean Island | Islands | Franklin County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Sevenmile Stream | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Macomber Hill | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 2.9 mi |
| Fuller Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 3.3 mi |
| James Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 4 mi |
| Spruce Mountain | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 4 mi |
| Parker Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 4 mi |
| Nash Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 4.3 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing ENE out of Bethel for 28.7 miles (east-northeast) and you reach Androscoggin River Reservoir; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 49 minutes.
Best time to visit
June through September for paddling and swimming; January through March for ice fishing. Being this far north (lat 44.501°), first snows typically arrive by mid-October and linger into early May — narrow the window accordingly. At 28.7 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Androscoggin River Reservoir track the nearby Mosquito Brook stream (0.7 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Androscoggin River Reservoir
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mosquito Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Jay Hill | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 1 mi |
| Androscoggin River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Franklin County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Whitney Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Bean Island | Islands | Franklin County, ME | 1.6 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Androscoggin River Reservoir located?
Androscoggin River Reservoir is in Franklin County, Maine, approximately 28.7 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Wilton topographic quadrangle.
How far is Androscoggin River Reservoir from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 49 minutes, 28.7 miles east-northeast (bearing ENE) 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 1773536 on the Wilton 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 Franklin County, Maine?
GNIS lists 16 other reservoirs in Franklin County, Maine.