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Anderson Brook — Streams 28.0 Miles NE of Chapman Inn
Franklin County, Maine · USGS Mount Blue Quadrangle · GNIS 561245
Within Franklin County, Maine, on the USGS Mount Blue quadrangle, the stream known as Anderson Brook sits 28.0 miles northeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “river in Franklin County, Maine, United States”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Franklin County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Anderson Brook as a stream on the Mount Blue topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/007), under Feature ID 561245. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Anderson Brook sits at 44.63756° N, 70.32284° W (DMS 44°38′15″ N, 70°19′22″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.63222° N, 70.35222° W (DMS 44°37′56″ N, 70°21′08″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Franklin County, Maine
Franklin County, ME contains 134 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Anderson Brook itself. The ones closest to Anderson Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Townsend Brook | Mount Blue | 0.2 mi |
| Dakin Brook | Mount Blue | 1.4 mi |
| Temple Brook | Mount Blue | 1.6 mi |
| Pine Brook | East Dixfield | 3.2 mi |
| Alder Brook | Mount Blue | 3.5 mi |
| Bates Brook | East Dixfield | 3.8 mi |
| Cram Brook | East Dixfield | 3.8 mi |
| Wilson Stream | East Dixfield | 3.9 mi |
| Butterfield Brook | East Dixfield | 4.6 mi |
| Potash Brook | East Dixfield | 4.7 mi |
Features on the USGS Mount Blue Quadrangle
The Mount Blue 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 30 catalogued natural features alongside Anderson Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Townsend Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Crockett Mountain | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 1 mi |
| Dakin Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Bald Mountain | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Temple Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Saddleback Mountain | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Old Bluff | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Kinneys Head | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Hills Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Varnum Mountain | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 2.7 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing NE out of Bethel for 28.0 miles (northeast) and you reach Anderson Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 48 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. Being this far north (lat 44.638°), first snows typically arrive by mid-October and linger into early May — narrow the window accordingly. At 28.0 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Anderson Brook track the nearby Townsend Brook stream (0.2 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Anderson Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Townsend Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Crockett Mountain | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 1 mi |
| Dakin Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Bald Mountain | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Temple Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 1.6 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Anderson Brook located?
Anderson Brook is in Franklin County, Maine, approximately 28.0 miles northeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Mount Blue topographic quadrangle.
How far is Anderson Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 48 minutes, 28.0 miles northeast (bearing NE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Anderson Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Anderson Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 561245 on the Mount Blue quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Anderson Brook?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in Franklin County, Maine?
GNIS lists 133 other streams in Franklin County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q34642589.