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Rich Millpond — Reservoirs 43.7 Miles SSE of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS Sebago Lake Quadrangle · GNIS 574165
Catalogued on the USGS Sebago Lake quadrangle in Cumberland County, Maine, Rich Millpond — a reservoir — lies 43.7 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 574165, Rich Millpond is recorded as a reservoir on the USGS Sebago Lake quadrangle in Cumberland County, Maine (FIPS 23/005). Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 05/15/2018.
Coordinates & physical setting
Rich Millpond sits at 43.79210° N, 70.57245° W (DMS 43°47′32″ N, 70°34′21″ W).
Other reservoirs in Cumberland County, Maine
Cumberland County, ME contains 29 reservoirs catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Rich Millpond itself. The ones closest to Rich Millpond:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Half Moon Pond | Sebago Lake | 3.6 mi |
| Chub Pond | Steep Falls | 3.7 mi |
| Watchic Pond | Standish | 4.1 mi |
| Sebago Lake | Sebago Lake | 4.6 mi |
| Woods Millpond | Steep Falls | 5.1 mi |
| Fitch Mill Pond | Steep Falls | 5.7 mi |
| Dundee Pond | North Windham | 5.9 mi |
| Sebago Lake Basin | North Windham | 6.4 mi |
| Eel Weir Canal | North Windham | 6.4 mi |
| Mill Pond | North Windham | 8 mi |
Features on the USGS Sebago Lake Quadrangle
The Sebago Lake 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 15 catalogued natural features alongside Rich Millpond. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duck Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 1 mi |
| Rich Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Oak Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Sticky River | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 2 mi |
| Little Watchic Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Lower Bay | Bays | Cumberland County, ME | 3 mi |
| Indian Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 3.1 mi |
| Half Moon Pond | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 3.6 mi |
| Otter Ponds | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 3.8 mi |
| Frye Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 4 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 75-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Rich Millpond — 43.7 miles south-southeast as the crow flies, on compass bearing SSE.
Best time to visit
June through September for paddling and swimming; January through March for ice fishing. At this latitude (43.792°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 43.7 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Rich Millpond track the nearby Duck Pond lake (1.0 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Rich Millpond
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duck Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 1 mi |
| Rich Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Oak Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Sticky River | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 2 mi |
| Little Watchic Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 2.2 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Rich Millpond located?
Rich Millpond is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 43.7 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Sebago Lake topographic quadrangle.
How far is Rich Millpond from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 75 minutes, 43.7 miles south-southeast (bearing SSE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Rich Millpond?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Rich Millpond as a reservoir, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 574165 on the Sebago Lake quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Rich Millpond?
June through September for paddling and swimming; January through March for ice fishing.
How many other reservoirs are in Cumberland County, Maine?
GNIS lists 28 other reservoirs in Cumberland County, Maine.