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Colton Brook — Streams 17.6 Miles SW of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Center Lovell Quadrangle · GNIS 580991
Within Oxford County, Maine, on the USGS Center Lovell quadrangle, the stream known as Colton Brook sits 17.6 miles southwest of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Oxford County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Colton Brook as a stream on the Center Lovell topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/017), under Feature ID 580991. Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 05/24/2010.
Coordinates & physical setting
Colton Brook sits at 44.19554° N, 70.99288° W (DMS 44°11′44″ N, 70°59′34″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.22797° N, 70.98460° W (DMS 44°13′41″ N, 70°59′05″ 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 Colton Brook itself. The ones closest to Colton Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mosquito Brook | Center Lovell | 0.2 mi |
| Howard Brook | Center Lovell | 2.1 mi |
| Bradley Brook | Center Lovell | 2.7 mi |
| Sucker Brook | Center Lovell | 3.2 mi |
| Rattlesnake Brook | Center Lovell | 3.8 mi |
| Long Meadow Brook | Center Lovell | 4.1 mi |
| Cold River | Center Lovell | 4.3 mi |
| Bickford Brook | Wild River | 4.7 mi |
| Kezar Outlet | Center Lovell | 5.1 mi |
| Boulder Brook | Center Lovell | 5.1 mi |
Features on the USGS Center Lovell Quadrangle
The Center Lovell 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 65 catalogued natural features alongside Colton Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mosquito Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Colton Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1 mi |
| Wiley Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Bradley Brook | Streams | Oxford County, NH | 1.5 mi |
| Howard Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Pine Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Deer Hill Spring | Springs | Oxford County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Langdon Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 2.6 mi |
| Langdon Brook | Streams | Oxford County, NH | 2.6 mi |
| Creeper Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.6 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SW out of Bethel for 17.6 miles (southwest) and you reach Colton Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 30 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.196°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 17.6 miles from the Inn, plan on a comfortable day trip with time for lunch on the road. Conditions at Colton Brook track the nearby Mosquito Brook stream (0.2 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Colton Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mosquito Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Colton Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1 mi |
| Wiley Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Bradley Brook | Streams | Oxford County, NH | 1.5 mi |
| Watson Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.8 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Colton Brook located?
Colton Brook is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 17.6 miles southwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Center Lovell topographic quadrangle.
How far is Colton Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 30 minutes, 17.6 miles southwest (bearing SW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Colton Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Colton Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 580991 on the Center Lovell quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Colton 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.