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Black Brook — Streams 27.2 Miles S of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Fryeburg Quadrangle · GNIS 562387
Catalogued on the USGS Fryeburg quadrangle in Oxford County, Maine, Black Brook — a stream — lies 27.2 miles south of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 562387, Black Brook is recorded as a stream on the USGS Fryeburg quadrangle in Oxford County, Maine (FIPS 23/017). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Black Brook sits at 44.01646° N, 70.87618° W (DMS 44°00′59″ N, 70°52′34″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.02833° N, 70.88917° W (DMS 44°01′42″ N, 70°53′21″ 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 Black Brook itself. The ones closest to Black Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Beaver Brook | Brownfield | 1.3 mi |
| Fight Brook | Fryeburg | 2.9 mi |
| Little Saco River | Brownfield | 3.1 mi |
| Old Course Saco River | Fryeburg | 3.6 mi |
| Buck Meadow Brook | Hiram | 4.1 mi |
| Elkins Brook | Pleasant Mountain | 4.3 mi |
| Burnt Meadow Brook | Brownfield | 4.6 mi |
| Haley Brook | Brownfield | 5.5 mi |
| Kezar River | Fryeburg | 5.8 mi |
| Tenmile River | Hiram | 5.8 mi |
Features on the USGS Fryeburg Quadrangle
The Fryeburg 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 33 catalogued natural features alongside Black Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pleasant Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Stanley Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Mill Pond | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 1 mi |
| Walker Island | Islands | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Cat Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 2.5 mi |
| Mount Tom | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Lovewell Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 2.9 mi |
| Loon Island | Islands | Oxford County, ME | 2.9 mi |
| Fight Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.9 mi |
| Dead Lake | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 3.4 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 47-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Black Brook — 27.2 miles south as the crow flies, on compass bearing S.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.016°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 27.2 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Black Brook track the nearby Shaking Bog swamp (0.7 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Black Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shaking Bog | Swamps | Oxford County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Pleasant Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Stanley Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Mill Pond | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 1 mi |
| Beaver Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.3 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Black Brook located?
Black Brook is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 27.2 miles south of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Fryeburg topographic quadrangle.
How far is Black Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 47 minutes, 27.2 miles south (bearing S) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Black Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Black Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 562387 on the Fryeburg quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Black 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.