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Sabattus Pond — Reservoirs 39.0 Miles ESE of Chapman Inn
Androscoggin County, Maine · USGS Lisbon Falls North Quadrangle · GNIS 574630
Covering about 2.91 square kilometres of Androscoggin County, Maine, Sabattus Pond appears on the USGS Lisbon Falls North quadrangle, some 39.0 miles east-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “census-designated place in Maine, United States”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 574630, Sabattus Pond is recorded as a reservoir on the USGS Lisbon Falls North quadrangle in Androscoggin County, Maine (FIPS 23/001). Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 05/12/2018.
Coordinates & physical setting
Sabattus Pond sits at 44.12132° N, 70.10768° W (DMS 44°07′17″ N, 70°06′28″ W).
Dimensions & elevation
- Surface area 2.910 km2 / 719.1 acres
Other reservoirs in Androscoggin County, Maine
Androscoggin County, ME contains 23 reservoirs catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Sabattus Pond itself. The ones closest to Sabattus Pond:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Montello Heights Reservoir | Lewiston | 3.7 mi |
| Androscoggin River Reservoir | Lake Auburn East | 4.7 mi |
| Gulf Island Pond | Lake Auburn East | 5.4 mi |
| Androscoggin River Reservoir | Lewiston | 5.7 mi |
| Androscoggin River Reservoir | Lewiston | 5.8 mi |
| Sabattus River Reservoir | Lisbon Falls North | 6.1 mi |
| Lake Auburn | Lake Auburn East | 6.2 mi |
| Sabattus River Reservoir | Lisbon Falls North | 6.2 mi |
| Barker Mill Dam Pond | Lewiston | 6.7 mi |
| Sabattus River Reservoir | Lisbon Falls North | 7 mi |
Features on the USGS Lisbon Falls North Quadrangle
The Lisbon Falls North 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 23 catalogued natural features alongside Sabattus Pond. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Round Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 1 mi |
| Curtis Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 2 mi |
| Maxwell Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Sutherland Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.9 mi |
| Loon Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 3 mi |
| Curtis Bog | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 3.2 mi |
| Mann Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 3.2 mi |
| Agri Bog | Swamps | Androscoggin County, ME | 3.8 mi |
| No Name Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 5.2 mi |
| Whitten Hill | Summits | Sagadahoc County, ME | 5.3 mi |
Historical record
Sabattus is a census-designated place (CDP) comprising the primary village in the town of Sabattus, Androscoggin County, Maine, United States. It is situated in the northwestern corner of the town, at the outlet of Sabattus Pond and the start of the Sabattus River, a southward-flowing tributary of the Androscoggin River. Maine State Route 126 forms the southern edge of the CDP; the highway leads west 6 miles (10 km) to the center of Lewiston and northeast 20 miles (32 km) to Gardiner. State Route 9 runs south from Sabattus 9 miles (14 km) to Lisbon Falls and follows Route 126 northeast to Gardiner. Extended history on Wikipedia →
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 67-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Sabattus Pond — 39.0 miles east-southeast as the crow flies, on compass bearing ESE.
Best time to visit
June through September for paddling and swimming; January through March for ice fishing. At this latitude (44.121°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 39.0 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Sabattus Pond track the nearby Martin Point cape (0.3 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Sabattus Pond
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Martin Point | Capes | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Hedgehog Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1 mi |
| Round Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 1 mi |
| No Name Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Custer Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.8 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Sabattus Pond located?
Sabattus Pond is in Androscoggin County, Maine, approximately 39.0 miles east-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Lisbon Falls North topographic quadrangle.
How far is Sabattus Pond from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 67 minutes, 39.0 miles east-southeast (bearing ESE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Sabattus Pond?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Sabattus Pond as a reservoir, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 574630 on the Lisbon Falls North quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Sabattus Pond?
June through September for paddling and swimming; January through March for ice fishing.
How large is Sabattus Pond by surface area?
Wikidata records a surface area of 2.910 km² (719.1 acres) for Sabattus Pond.
How many other reservoirs are in Androscoggin County, Maine?
GNIS lists 22 other reservoirs in Androscoggin County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q107007370.