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Beaver Brook — Streams 3.5 Miles E of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Bryant Pond Quadrangle · GNIS 561893
Within Oxford County, Maine, on the USGS Bryant Pond quadrangle, the stream known as Beaver Brook sits 3.5 miles east of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “river in Oxford County, United States of America - Geonames ID = 4957819”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Oxford County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Beaver Brook as a stream on the Bryant Pond topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/017), under Feature ID 561893. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Beaver Brook sits at 44.40534° N, 70.71868° W (DMS 44°24′19″ N, 70°43′07″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.42139° N, 70.71500° W (DMS 44°25′17″ N, 70°42′54″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Oxford County, Maine
Oxford County, ME contains 296 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Beaver Brook itself. The ones closest to Beaver Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chandler Brook | Bethel | 1.8 mi |
| McCrillian Brook | Bryant Pond | 1.9 mi |
| Kendall Brook | Bethel | 3.1 mi |
| Billings Hill Brook | Bryant Pond | 3.3 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Bryant Pond | 3.3 mi |
| Alder River | Bethel | 3.4 mi |
| Mill Brook | Bethel | 4.1 mi |
| Twitchell Brook | Bethel | 4.3 mi |
| Wild Brook | East Stoneham | 4.5 mi |
| Otter Brook | Bryant Pond | 5.1 mi |
Features on the USGS Bryant Pond Quadrangle
The Bryant Pond 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 29 catalogued natural features alongside Beaver Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Round Pond | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Alder River South Branch Reservoir | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 1 mi |
| Goss Ledge | Cliffs | Oxford County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Howe Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Walkers Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Birds Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| McCrillian Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| South Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 2 mi |
| North Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Peaked Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.4 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing E out of Bethel for 3.5 miles (east) and you reach Beaver Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 6 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.405°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. The 3.5-mile drive from Chapman Inn makes it practical for a half-day outing — you can check conditions in the morning and still turn back if the weather closes in. Conditions at Beaver Brook track the nearby Round Pond reservoir (0.8 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Beaver Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Round Pond | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Alder River South Branch Reservoir | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 1 mi |
| Goss Ledge | Cliffs | Oxford County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Howe Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Walkers Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Beaver Brook located?
Beaver Brook is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 3.5 miles east of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Bryant Pond topographic quadrangle.
How far is Beaver Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 6 minutes, 3.5 miles east (bearing E) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Beaver Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Beaver Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 561893 on the Bryant Pond quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Beaver Brook?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in Oxford County, Maine?
GNIS lists 295 other streams in Oxford County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q34666552.