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Sabattus River Reservoir — Reservoirs 42.7 Miles SE of Chapman Inn
Androscoggin County, Maine · USGS Lisbon Falls North Quadrangle · GNIS 1774148
Within Androscoggin County, Maine, on the USGS Lisbon Falls North quadrangle, the reservoir known as Sabattus River Reservoir sits 42.7 miles southeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Androscoggin County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Sabattus River Reservoir as a reservoir on the Lisbon Falls North topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/001), under Feature ID 1774148. Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 06/30/2010.
Coordinates & physical setting
Sabattus River Reservoir sits at 44.03106° N, 70.10305° W (DMS 44°01′52″ N, 70°06′11″ W).
Other reservoirs in Androscoggin County, Maine
Androscoggin County, ME contains 23 reservoirs catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Sabattus River Reservoir itself. The ones closest to Sabattus River Reservoir:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sabattus River Reservoir | Lisbon Falls North | 0.1 mi |
| Sabattus River Reservoir | Lisbon Falls North | 1 mi |
| Androscoggin River Reservoir | Lisbon Falls South | 3.2 mi |
| Sabattus Pond | Lisbon Falls North | 6.2 mi |
| Runaround Pond | North Pownal | 6.6 mi |
| Androscoggin River Reservoir | Lewiston | 6.7 mi |
| Montello Heights Reservoir | Lewiston | 7 mi |
| Barker Mill Dam Pond | Lewiston | 7.5 mi |
| Androscoggin River Reservoir | Lewiston | 7.7 mi |
| Taylor Brook | Minot | 8.2 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 River Reservoir. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sabattus River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.1 mi |
| Barker Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Whites Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Sabattus River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Androscoggin County, ME | 1 mi |
| No Name Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Sabattus River | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Lisbon Ridge | Ridges | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Dearing Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 3.4 mi |
| Little Gillespie Brook | Streams | Sagadahoc County, ME | 3.5 mi |
| Purington Brook | Streams | Sagadahoc County, ME | 3.8 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SE out of Bethel for 42.7 miles (southeast) and you reach Sabattus River Reservoir; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 73 minutes.
Best time to visit
June through September for paddling and swimming; January through March for ice fishing. At this latitude (44.031°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 42.7 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Sabattus River Reservoir track the nearby Sabattus River Reservoir (essentially adjacent) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Sabattus River Reservoir
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sabattus River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.1 mi |
| Barker Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Whites Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Sabattus River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Androscoggin County, ME | 1 mi |
| No Name Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.2 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Sabattus River Reservoir located?
Sabattus River Reservoir is in Androscoggin County, Maine, approximately 42.7 miles southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Lisbon Falls North topographic quadrangle.
How far is Sabattus River Reservoir from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 73 minutes, 42.7 miles southeast (bearing SE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Sabattus River Reservoir?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Sabattus River Reservoir as a reservoir, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 1774148 on the Lisbon Falls North quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Sabattus River Reservoir?
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.