Sandy River Reservoir — Reservoirs 49.3 Miles ENE of Chapman Inn
Somerset County, Maine · USGS Mercer Quadrangle · GNIS 1773728
Within Somerset County, Maine, on the USGS Mercer quadrangle, the reservoir known as Sandy River Reservoir sits 49.3 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Somerset County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Sandy River Reservoir as a reservoir on the Mercer topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/025), under Feature ID 1773728. Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 05/24/2010.
Coordinates & physical setting
Sandy River Reservoir sits at 44.73120° N, 69.89770° W (DMS 44°43′52″ N, 69°53′52″ W).
Features on the USGS Mercer Quadrangle
The Mercer 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 14 catalogued natural features alongside Sandy River Reservoir. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yeaton Island | Islands | Somerset County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Indian Stream | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Lemon Stream | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Bowden Island | Islands | Somerset County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Bog Stream | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Farrand Island | Islands | Somerset County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Witham Brook | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Little Beech Hill | Summits | Somerset County, ME | 3.2 mi |
| Josiah Brook | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 3.8 mi |
| Mercer Bog | Reservoirs | Somerset County, ME | 5.2 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing ENE out of Bethel for 49.3 miles (east-northeast) and you reach Sandy River Reservoir; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 85 minutes.
Best time to visit
June through September for paddling and swimming; January through March for ice fishing. At this latitude (44.731°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 49.3 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Sandy River Reservoir track the nearby Yeaton Island (1.3 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Sandy River Reservoir
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yeaton Island | Islands | Somerset County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Indian Stream | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Lemon Stream | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Bowden Island | Islands | Somerset County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Bog Stream | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 2.3 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Sandy River Reservoir located?
Sandy River Reservoir is in Somerset County, Maine, approximately 49.3 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Mercer topographic quadrangle.
How far is Sandy River Reservoir from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 85 minutes, 49.3 miles east-northeast (bearing ENE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Sandy River Reservoir?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Sandy River Reservoir as a reservoir, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 1773728 on the Mercer quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Sandy River Reservoir?
June through September for paddling and swimming; January through March for ice fishing.