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Wilson Stream Reservoir — Reservoirs 38.7 Miles ESE of Chapman Inn
Kennebec County, Maine · USGS Wayne Quadrangle · GNIS 1773690
38.7 miles east-southeast of Chapman Inn, on the USGS Wayne topographic quadrangle, Wilson Stream Reservoir is a reservoir recorded in Kennebec County, Maine by the federal Geographic Names Information System.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
The USGS Wayne 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle places Wilson Stream Reservoir in Kennebec County, Maine (FIPS 23/011), classified as a reservoir in the federal GNIS (Feature ID 1773690). Catalogued in GNIS since 01/08/1998.
Coordinates & physical setting
Wilson Stream Reservoir sits at 44.27507° N, 70.02783° W (DMS 44°16′30″ N, 70°01′40″ W).
Other reservoirs in Kennebec County, Maine
Kennebec County, ME contains 25 reservoirs catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Wilson Stream Reservoir itself. The ones closest to Wilson Stream Reservoir:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wilson Pond | Wayne | 0.6 mi |
| Apple Valley Lake | Wayne | 1.3 mi |
| Cobbosseecontee Lake | Purgatory | 4.4 mi |
| Maranacook Lake | Winthrop | 6 mi |
| Tacoma Lakes | Purgatory | 6.2 mi |
| Pocasset Lake | Wayne | 6.3 mi |
| Gilman Dam Pond | Purgatory | 6.4 mi |
| Woodbury Pond | Purgatory | 6.5 mi |
| Cobbosseecontee Stream Reservoir | Purgatory | 6.9 mi |
| Carleton Pond | Winthrop | 7.8 mi |
Features on the USGS Wayne Quadrangle
The Wayne 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 23 catalogued natural features alongside Wilson Stream Reservoir. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tannery Brook | Streams | Kennebec County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Wilson Pond | Reservoirs | Kennebec County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Ward Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Apple Valley Lake | Reservoirs | Kennebec County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Mud Mills Stream | Streams | Kennebec County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Joes Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Bog Brook | Streams | Kennebec County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Bishop Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 3 mi |
| Dexter Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 3 mi |
| Blodgett Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 3.1 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Chapman Inn sits 38.7 miles east-southeast (bearing ESE) of Wilson Stream Reservoir. At moderate back-road speeds the drive runs about 66 minutes — comfortably inside a half-day outing window after breakfast.
Best time to visit
June through September for paddling and swimming; January through March for ice fishing. At this latitude (44.275°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 38.7 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Wilson Stream Reservoir track the nearby Tannery Brook stream (0.6 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Wilson Stream Reservoir
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tannery Brook | Streams | Kennebec County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Wilson Pond | Reservoirs | Kennebec County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Ward Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Apple Valley Lake | Reservoirs | Kennebec County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Mud Mills Stream | Streams | Kennebec County, ME | 1.6 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Wilson Stream Reservoir located?
Wilson Stream Reservoir is in Kennebec County, Maine, approximately 38.7 miles east-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Wayne topographic quadrangle.
How far is Wilson Stream Reservoir from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 66 minutes, 38.7 miles east-southeast (bearing ESE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Wilson Stream Reservoir?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Wilson Stream Reservoir as a reservoir, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 1773690 on the Wayne quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Wilson Stream Reservoir?
June through September for paddling and swimming; January through March for ice fishing.
How many other reservoirs are in Kennebec County, Maine?
GNIS lists 24 other reservoirs in Kennebec County, Maine.