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Blanchard Stream — Streams 25.7 Miles ESE of Chapman Inn
Androscoggin County, Maine · USGS Buckfield Quadrangle · GNIS 562568
Within Androscoggin County, Maine, on the USGS Buckfield quadrangle, the stream known as Blanchard Stream sits 25.7 miles east-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “river in the United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Androscoggin County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Blanchard Stream as a stream on the Buckfield topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/001), under Feature ID 562568. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Blanchard Stream sits at 44.30062° N, 70.29006° W (DMS 44°18′02″ N, 70°17′24″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.32444° N, 70.28306° W (DMS 44°19′28″ N, 70°16′59″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Androscoggin County, Maine
Androscoggin County, ME contains 62 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Blanchard Stream itself. The ones closest to Blanchard Stream:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lively Brook | Buckfield | 1.2 mi |
| House Brook | Turner Center | 2.3 mi |
| Martin Stream | Buckfield | 3.4 mi |
| Red Brook | Turner Center | 3.8 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Buckfield | 3.9 mi |
| Nezinscot River | Turner Center | 5.5 mi |
| Allen Stream | Turner Center | 6 mi |
| Ford Brook | Livermore Falls | 6.3 mi |
| Beals Brook | Livermore Falls | 6.8 mi |
| Leavitt Brook | Canton | 6.9 mi |
Features on the USGS Buckfield Quadrangle
The Buckfield 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 35 catalogued natural features alongside Blanchard Stream. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drew Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Lively Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Jersey Bog | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| The Pinnacle | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Ricker Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Crystal Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Pickerel Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Irish Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Teague Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| General Turner Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.4 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing ESE out of Bethel for 25.7 miles (east-southeast) and you reach Blanchard Stream; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 44 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.301°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 25.7 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Blanchard Stream track the nearby Drew Brook stream (0.7 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Blanchard Stream
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drew Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Lively Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Jersey Bog | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| The Pinnacle | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Ricker Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.6 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Blanchard Stream located?
Blanchard Stream is in Androscoggin County, Maine, approximately 25.7 miles east-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Buckfield topographic quadrangle.
How far is Blanchard Stream from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 44 minutes, 25.7 miles east-southeast (bearing ESE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Blanchard Stream?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Blanchard Stream as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 562568 on the Buckfield quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Blanchard Stream?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in Androscoggin County, Maine?
GNIS lists 61 other streams in Androscoggin County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q34676472.