Mill Stream — Reservoirs 48.0 Miles E of Chapman Inn
Kennebec County, Maine · USGS Rome Quadrangle · GNIS 1774736
Within Kennebec County, Maine, on the USGS Rome quadrangle, the reservoir known as Mill Stream sits 48.0 miles east of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Kennebec County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Mill Stream as a reservoir on the Rome topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/011), under Feature ID 1774736. Catalogued in GNIS since 01/08/1998.
Coordinates & physical setting
Mill Stream sits at 44.50173° N, 69.82449° W (DMS 44°30′06″ N, 69°49′28″ W).
Other reservoirs in Kennebec County, Maine
Kennebec County, ME contains 25 reservoirs catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Mill Stream itself. The ones closest to Mill Stream:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Great Pond | Belgrade Lakes | 3.7 mi |
| Long Pond | Belgrade Lakes | 4.9 mi |
| Mill Pond | Belgrade Lakes | 8.2 mi |
| Flying Pond | Belgrade Lakes | 8.4 mi |
| Torsey Lake | Readfield | 9.7 mi |
| Echo Lake | Fayette | 9.7 mi |
| Taylor Pond | Fayette | 9.9 mi |
| Mill Pond | Winthrop | 10.2 mi |
| Grist Mill Pond | Readfield | 10.8 mi |
| Carleton Pond | Winthrop | 11.3 mi |
Features on the USGS Rome Quadrangle
The Rome 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 26 catalogued natural features alongside Mill Stream. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foster Point | Capes | Kennebec County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Pine Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Hemlock Point | Capes | Kennebec County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Hatch Cove | Bays | Kennebec County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Oak Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Long Point | Capes | Kennebec County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Great Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Hersom Point | Capes | Kennebec County, ME | 2.9 mi |
| Horse Point | Capes | Kennebec County, ME | 3.2 mi |
| Otter Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 3.3 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing E out of Bethel for 48.0 miles (east) and you reach Mill Stream; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 82 minutes.
Best time to visit
June through September for paddling and swimming; January through March for ice fishing. At this latitude (44.502°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 48.0 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Mill Stream track the nearby Foster Point cape (0.3 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Mill Stream
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foster Point | Capes | Kennebec County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Pine Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Hemlock Point | Capes | Kennebec County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Austin Bog | Swamps | Kennebec County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Hatch Cove | Bays | Kennebec County, ME | 1.6 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Mill Stream located?
Mill Stream is in Kennebec County, Maine, approximately 48.0 miles east of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Rome topographic quadrangle.
How far is Mill Stream from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 82 minutes, 48.0 miles east (bearing E) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Mill Stream?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Mill Stream as a reservoir, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 1774736 on the Rome quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Mill Stream?
June through September for paddling and swimming; January through March for ice fishing.
How many other reservoirs are in Kennebec County, Maine?
GNIS lists 24 other reservoirs in Kennebec County, Maine.