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The Basin — Reservoirs 31.8 Miles ESE of Chapman Inn
Androscoggin County, Maine · USGS Lake Auburn West Quadrangle · GNIS 576752
Within Androscoggin County, Maine, on the USGS Lake Auburn West quadrangle, the reservoir known as The Basin sits 31.8 miles east-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Androscoggin County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists The Basin as a reservoir on the Lake Auburn West topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/001), under Feature ID 576752. Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 05/12/2018.
Coordinates & physical setting
The Basin sits at 44.14857° N, 70.25409° W (DMS 44°08′55″ N, 70°15′15″ W).
Other reservoirs in Androscoggin County, Maine
Androscoggin County, ME contains 23 reservoirs catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting The Basin itself. The ones closest to The Basin:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Auburn | Lake Auburn East | 1.4 mi |
| Androscoggin River Reservoir | Lake Auburn East | 2.8 mi |
| Gulf Island Pond | Lake Auburn East | 3.1 mi |
| Androscoggin River Reservoir | Lewiston | 3.5 mi |
| Montello Heights Reservoir | Lewiston | 4.3 mi |
| Barker Mill Dam Pond | Lewiston | 4.4 mi |
| Taylor Brook | Minot | 4.5 mi |
| Androscoggin River Reservoir | Lewiston | 4.7 mi |
| Little Androscoggin River Reservoir | Minot | 5.8 mi |
| Little Androscoggin River Reservoir | Mechanic Falls | 7.3 mi |
Features on the USGS Lake Auburn West Quadrangle
The Lake Auburn West 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 29 catalogued natural features alongside The Basin. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salmon Point | Capes | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Pine Point | Capes | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Marstons Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Dillingham Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 2 mi |
| Perkins Ridge | Ridges | Androscoggin County, ME | 2 mi |
| Death Valley | Basins | Androscoggin County, ME | 3.1 mi |
| Shaw Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 3.3 mi |
| Goff Ledge | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 3.6 mi |
| Woodward Mountain | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 4 mi |
| Hersey Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 4.1 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing ESE out of Bethel for 31.8 miles (east-southeast) and you reach The Basin; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 55 minutes.
Best time to visit
June through September for paddling and swimming; January through March for ice fishing. At this latitude (44.149°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 31.8 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at The Basin track the nearby Salmon Point cape (0.4 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to The Basin
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salmon Point | Capes | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Pine Point | Capes | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Auburn Municipal Beach | Other Natural Features | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Lake Auburn | Reservoirs | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Mount Giles | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.4 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is The Basin located?
The Basin is in Androscoggin County, Maine, approximately 31.8 miles east-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Lake Auburn West topographic quadrangle.
How far is The Basin from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 55 minutes, 31.8 miles east-southeast (bearing ESE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is The Basin?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies The Basin as a reservoir, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 576752 on the Lake Auburn West quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit The Basin?
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.