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Nezinscot River Reservoir (historical) — Reservoirs 28.3 Miles ESE of Chapman Inn
Androscoggin County, Maine · USGS Buckfield Quadrangle · GNIS 1773554
Within Androscoggin County, Maine, on the USGS Buckfield quadrangle, the reservoir known as Nezinscot River Reservoir (historical) sits 28.3 miles east-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Androscoggin County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Nezinscot River Reservoir (historical) as a reservoir on the Buckfield topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/001), under Feature ID 1773554. Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 10/20/2016.
Coordinates & physical setting
Nezinscot River Reservoir (historical) sits at 44.25612° N, 70.25582° W (DMS 44°15′22″ N, 70°15′21″ W).
Other reservoirs in Androscoggin County, Maine
Androscoggin County, ME contains 23 reservoirs catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Nezinscot River Reservoir (historical) itself. The ones closest to Nezinscot River Reservoir (historical):
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pleasant Pond | Turner Center | 4.5 mi |
| Gulf Island Pond | Lake Auburn East | 6.9 mi |
| The Basin | Lake Auburn West | 7.4 mi |
| Lake Auburn | Lake Auburn East | 7.7 mi |
| Dead River Reservoir | Turner Center | 8.3 mi |
| Androscoggin River Reservoir | Lake Auburn East | 8.8 mi |
| Brettuns Pond | Livermore Falls | 9.4 mi |
| Montello Heights Reservoir | Lewiston | 10.4 mi |
| Androscoggin River Reservoir | Lewiston | 10.7 mi |
| Barker Mill Dam Pond | Lewiston | 11.8 mi |
Features on the USGS Buckfield Quadrangle
The Buckfield 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 35 catalogued natural features alongside Nezinscot River Reservoir (historical). A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meadow Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Pickerel Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| General Turner Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Martin Stream | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Crystal Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Ricker Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Teague Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Jersey Bog | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.7 mi |
| Lively Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.7 mi |
| Bog Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 3.1 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing ESE out of Bethel for 28.3 miles (east-southeast) and you reach Nezinscot River Reservoir (historical); at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 48 minutes.
Best time to visit
June through September for paddling and swimming; January through March for ice fishing. At this latitude (44.256°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 28.3 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Nezinscot River Reservoir (historical) track the nearby Meadow Brook stream (0.4 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Nezinscot River Reservoir (historical)
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meadow Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Lily Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Pickerel Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| General Turner Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Martin Stream | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.5 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Nezinscot River Reservoir (historical) located?
Nezinscot River Reservoir (historical) is in Androscoggin County, Maine, approximately 28.3 miles east-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Buckfield topographic quadrangle.
How far is Nezinscot River Reservoir (historical) from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 48 minutes, 28.3 miles east-southeast (bearing ESE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Nezinscot River Reservoir (historical)?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Nezinscot River Reservoir (historical) as a reservoir, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 1773554 on the Buckfield quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Nezinscot River Reservoir (historical)?
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.