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Bradley Brook — Streams 16.9 Miles SSW of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Center Lovell Quadrangle · GNIS 580949
Within Oxford County, Maine, on the USGS Center Lovell quadrangle, the stream known as Bradley Brook sits 16.9 miles south-southwest of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “Sucker Brook tributary in Oxford County, Maine, United States”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Oxford County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Bradley Brook as a stream on the Center Lovell topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/017), under Feature ID 580949. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Bradley Brook sits at 44.18507° N, 70.94090° W (DMS 44°11′06″ N, 70°56′27″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.22333° N, 70.95778° W (DMS 44°13′24″ N, 70°57′28″ 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 Bradley Brook itself. The ones closest to Bradley Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sucker Brook | Center Lovell | 0.9 mi |
| Howard Brook | Center Lovell | 1 mi |
| Long Meadow Brook | Center Lovell | 2.4 mi |
| Mosquito Brook | Center Lovell | 2.6 mi |
| Colton Brook | Center Lovell | 2.7 mi |
| Boulder Brook | Center Lovell | 2.9 mi |
| Mill Brook | Center Lovell | 2.9 mi |
| Andrews Brook | Center Lovell | 3 mi |
| Martin Brook | Center Lovell | 3 mi |
| Waterthrush Brook | Center Lovell | 3.1 mi |
Features on the USGS Center Lovell Quadrangle
The Center Lovell 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 65 catalogued natural features alongside Bradley Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farrington Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Sucker Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Sucker Brook Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Howard Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1 mi |
| Creeper Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Northwest Cove | Bays | Oxford County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Wiley Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Noah Eastman Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Ladies Delight Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Timber Island | Islands | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SSW out of Bethel for 16.9 miles (south-southwest) and you reach Bradley Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 29 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.185°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 16.9 miles from the Inn, plan on a comfortable day trip with time for lunch on the road. Conditions at Bradley Brook track the nearby Farrington Pond lake (0.9 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Bradley Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farrington Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Sucker Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Sucker Brook Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Howard Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1 mi |
| Creeper Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Bradley Brook located?
Bradley Brook is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 16.9 miles south-southwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Center Lovell topographic quadrangle.
How far is Bradley Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 29 minutes, 16.9 miles south-southwest (bearing SSW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Bradley Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Bradley Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 580949 on the Center Lovell quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Bradley 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: Q34681783.