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Sabattus River Reservoir — Reservoirs 43.6 Miles SE of Chapman Inn
Androscoggin County, Maine · USGS Lisbon Falls North Quadrangle · GNIS 1774150
Catalogued on the USGS Lisbon Falls North quadrangle in Androscoggin County, Maine, Sabattus River Reservoir — a reservoir — lies 43.6 miles southeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 1774150, Sabattus River Reservoir is recorded as a reservoir on the USGS Lisbon Falls North quadrangle in Androscoggin County, Maine (FIPS 23/001). Catalogued in GNIS since 01/08/1998.
Coordinates & physical setting
Sabattus River Reservoir sits at 44.02008° N, 70.09116° W (DMS 44°01′12″ N, 70°05′28″ 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 | 1 mi |
| Sabattus River Reservoir | Lisbon Falls North | 1.1 mi |
| Androscoggin River Reservoir | Lisbon Falls South | 2.3 mi |
| Runaround Pond | North Pownal | 6.4 mi |
| Sabattus Pond | Lisbon Falls North | 7 mi |
| Androscoggin River Reservoir | Lewiston | 7.6 mi |
| Montello Heights Reservoir | Lewiston | 8 mi |
| Barker Mill Dam Pond | Lewiston | 8.4 mi |
| Androscoggin River Reservoir | Lewiston | 8.7 mi |
| Taylor Brook | Minot | 9.1 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 | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Barker Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Sabattus River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Androscoggin County, ME | 1 mi |
| Sabattus River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Lisbon Ridge | Ridges | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Whites Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| No Name Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Dearing Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.7 mi |
| Little Gillespie Brook | Streams | Sagadahoc County, ME | 2.9 mi |
| Purington Brook | Streams | Sagadahoc County, ME | 3.5 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 75-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Sabattus River Reservoir — 43.6 miles southeast as the crow flies, on compass bearing SE.
Best time to visit
June through September for paddling and swimming; January through March for ice fishing. At this latitude (44.020°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 43.6 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Sabattus River Reservoir track the nearby Sabattus River stream (0.6 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Sabattus River Reservoir
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sabattus River | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Barker Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Sabattus River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Androscoggin County, ME | 1 mi |
| Sabattus River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Lisbon Ridge | Ridges | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.4 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Sabattus River Reservoir located?
Sabattus River Reservoir is in Androscoggin County, Maine, approximately 43.6 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 75 minutes, 43.6 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 1774150 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.