Wikimedia Commons (File:Androscoggin River Reservoir, with the Free-Black railroad bridge in the foreground, Brunswick, Maine, US (PPL1-Corrected) julesvernex2.jpg)
Androscoggin River Reservoir — Reservoirs 15.2 Miles NE of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Rumford Quadrangle · GNIS 1773542
Within Oxford County, Maine, on the USGS Rumford quadrangle, the reservoir known as Androscoggin River Reservoir sits 15.2 miles northeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Oxford County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Androscoggin River Reservoir as a reservoir on the Rumford topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/017), under Feature ID 1773542. Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 12/07/2018.
Coordinates & physical setting
Androscoggin River Reservoir sits at 44.53755° N, 70.54322° W (DMS 44°32′15″ N, 70°32′36″ W).
Other reservoirs in Oxford County, Maine
Oxford County, ME contains 51 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 | Rumford | 0.3 mi |
| Androscoggin River Reservoir | Rumford | 0.7 mi |
| Mount Zircon Reservoir | Mount Zircon | 3.1 mi |
| Swift River Reservoir | Rumford | 3.6 mi |
| Worthley Pond | Worthley Pond | 8.8 mi |
| Round Pond | Bryant Pond | 12.4 mi |
| Bryant Pond | Bryant Pond | 12.4 mi |
| Alder River South Branch Reservoir | Bryant Pond | 12.5 mi |
| Lake Anasagunticook | Canton | 13.2 mi |
| Twitchell Pond | Greenwood | 14.1 mi |
Features on the USGS Rumford Quadrangle
The Rumford 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 28 catalogued natural features alongside Androscoggin River Reservoir. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rumford Falls | Waterfalls | Oxford County, ME | 0.1 mi |
| Androscoggin River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Bean Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Logan Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Androscoggin River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Wheeler Island | Islands | Oxford County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Swift River | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Wyman Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Joes Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Farrington Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing NE out of Bethel for 15.2 miles (northeast) and you reach Androscoggin River Reservoir; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 26 minutes.
Best time to visit
June through September for paddling and swimming; January through March for ice fishing. At this latitude (44.538°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 15.2 miles from the Inn, plan on a comfortable day trip with time for lunch on the road. Conditions at Androscoggin River Reservoir track the nearby Rumford Falls waterfall (essentially adjacent) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Androscoggin River Reservoir
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rumford Falls | Waterfalls | Oxford County, ME | 0.1 mi |
| Androscoggin River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Bean Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Logan Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Androscoggin River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 0.7 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Androscoggin River Reservoir located?
Androscoggin River Reservoir is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 15.2 miles northeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Rumford topographic quadrangle.
How far is Androscoggin River Reservoir from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 26 minutes, 15.2 miles northeast (bearing NE) 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 1773542 on the Rumford 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 Oxford County, Maine?
GNIS lists 50 other reservoirs in Oxford County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q34643052.