Black Brook — Streams 49.4 Miles SSE of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS Gorham Quadrangle · GNIS 562397
Within Cumberland County, Maine, on the USGS Gorham quadrangle, the stream known as Black Brook sits 49.4 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Cumberland County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Black Brook as a stream on the Gorham topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/005), under Feature ID 562397. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Black Brook sits at 43.73786° N, 70.42922° W (DMS 43°44′16″ N, 70°25′45″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 43.80036° N, 70.40144° W (DMS 43°48′01″ N, 70°24′05″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Cumberland County, Maine
Cumberland County, ME contains 110 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Black Brook itself. The ones closest to Black Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ward Brook | Gorham | 0.5 mi |
| Pleasant River | North Windham | 1.7 mi |
| Nason Brook | North Windham | 1.8 mi |
| Cold Spring Brook | Gorham | 2.2 mi |
| Westcott Brook | Gorham | 2.6 mi |
| Skunk Knoll Brook | Gorham | 2.8 mi |
| Samborn Brook | Gorham | 2.9 mi |
| Otter Brook | North Windham | 4.4 mi |
| McIntosh Brook | Cumberland Center | 4.9 mi |
| Ditch Brook | North Windham | 4.9 mi |
Features on the USGS Gorham Quadrangle
The Gorham 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 9 catalogued natural features alongside Black Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ward Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Pleasant Ridge | Ridges | Cumberland County, ME | 1 mi |
| Shad Gully | Valleys | Cumberland County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Cold Spring Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Westcott Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Skunk Knoll Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| Samborn Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 2.9 mi |
| Skunk Knoll | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 3.3 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SSE out of Bethel for 49.4 miles (south-southeast) and you reach Black Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 85 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (43.738°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 49.4 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Black Brook track the nearby Ward Brook stream (0.5 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Black Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ward Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Pleasant Ridge | Ridges | Cumberland County, ME | 1 mi |
| Crendell Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Pleasant River | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Nason Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.8 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Black Brook located?
Black Brook is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 49.4 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Gorham topographic quadrangle.
How far is Black Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 85 minutes, 49.4 miles south-southeast (bearing SSE) 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 562397 on the Gorham 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 Cumberland County, Maine?
GNIS lists 109 other streams in Cumberland County, Maine.