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Pocasset Lake — Reservoirs 36.1 Miles E of Chapman Inn
Kennebec County, Maine · USGS Wayne Quadrangle · GNIS 581480
Within Kennebec County, Maine, on the USGS Wayne quadrangle, the reservoir known as Pocasset Lake sits 36.1 miles east of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Kennebec County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Pocasset Lake as a reservoir on the Wayne topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/011), under Feature ID 581480. Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 05/12/2018.
Coordinates & physical setting
Pocasset Lake sits at 44.36247° N, 70.06125° W (DMS 44°21′45″ N, 70°03′40″ W).
Other reservoirs in Kennebec County, Maine
Kennebec County, ME contains 25 reservoirs catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Pocasset Lake itself. The ones closest to Pocasset Lake:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lovejoy Pond | Fayette | 2.8 mi |
| Grist Mill Pond | Readfield | 4.6 mi |
| Apple Valley Lake | Wayne | 5.2 mi |
| Maranacook Lake | Winthrop | 5.3 mi |
| Torsey Lake | Readfield | 5.6 mi |
| Wilson Pond | Wayne | 6 mi |
| Wilson Stream Reservoir | Wayne | 6.3 mi |
| Taylor Pond | Fayette | 6.7 mi |
| Mill Pond | Winthrop | 6.8 mi |
| Echo Lake | Fayette | 7 mi |
Features on the USGS Wayne Quadrangle
The Wayne 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 23 catalogued natural features alongside Pocasset Lake. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hales Brook | Streams | Kennebec County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Pickerel Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Androscoggin Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Gardner Brook | Streams | Kennebec County, ME | 2.5 mi |
| Morrison Heights | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Jones Brook | Streams | Kennebec County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Berry Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 2.7 mi |
| Androscoggin Lake | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 3.1 mi |
| Dexter Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 3.4 mi |
| Hedgehog Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 3.4 mi |
Historical record
The U.S. Board on Geographic Names recorded a Official (Board Decision) on January 1, 1911 for this name.
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing E out of Bethel for 36.1 miles (east) and you reach Pocasset Lake; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 62 minutes.
Best time to visit
June through September for paddling and swimming; January through March for ice fishing. At this latitude (44.362°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 36.1 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Pocasset Lake track the nearby Hales Brook stream (0.8 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Pocasset Lake
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hales Brook | Streams | Kennebec County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Pickerel Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Manter Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Androscoggin Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Gardner Brook | Streams | Kennebec County, ME | 2.5 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Pocasset Lake located?
Pocasset Lake is in Kennebec County, Maine, approximately 36.1 miles east of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Wayne topographic quadrangle.
How far is Pocasset Lake from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 62 minutes, 36.1 miles east (bearing E) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Pocasset Lake?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Pocasset Lake as a reservoir, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 581480 on the Wayne quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Pocasset Lake?
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.