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Dead River — Streams 30.9 Miles E of Chapman Inn
Androscoggin County, Maine · USGS Turner Center Quadrangle · GNIS 564881
Within Androscoggin County, Maine, on the USGS Turner Center quadrangle, the stream known as Dead River sits 30.9 miles east of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “tributary of the Androscoggin River in Maine, United States”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Androscoggin County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Dead River as a stream on the Turner Center topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/001), under Feature ID 564881. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Dead River sits at 44.36562° N, 70.16644° W (DMS 44°21′56″ N, 70°09′59″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.32340° N, 70.09589° W (DMS 44°19′24″ N, 70°05′45″ 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 Dead River itself. The ones closest to Dead River:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Keith Brook | Turner Center | 0.9 mi |
| Scott Brook | Livermore Falls | 1.1 mi |
| Hunton Brook | Livermore Falls | 2.3 mi |
| Beals Brook | Livermore Falls | 3.3 mi |
| Ford Brook | Livermore Falls | 3.9 mi |
| Fish Meadow Brook | Livermore Falls | 4 mi |
| Billington Brook | Livermore Falls | 4.1 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Livermore Falls | 4.1 mi |
| Leavitt Brook | Canton | 4.8 mi |
| Nezinscot River | Turner Center | 5.4 mi |
Features on the USGS Turner Center Quadrangle
The Turner Center 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 21 catalogued natural features alongside Dead River. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turtle Island | Islands | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Keith Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Dead River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Lovewell Island | Islands | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Ram Island | Islands | Androscoggin County, ME | 3.1 mi |
| Sand Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 3.2 mi |
| Little Ram Island | Islands | Androscoggin County, ME | 3.2 mi |
| Fairview Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 3.4 mi |
| Torry Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 3.5 mi |
| Butter Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 3.5 mi |
Historical record
The Dead River is a tributary of the Androscoggin River in western Maine in the United States. The river flows from Androscoggin Lake, northwest through the town of Leeds 7 miles (11 km) to the Androscoggin. More on Wikipedia →
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing E out of Bethel for 30.9 miles (east) and you reach Dead River; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 53 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.366°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 30.9 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Dead River track the nearby Turtle Island (0.6 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Dead River
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turtle Island | Islands | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Keith Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Scott Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Dead River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Lovewell Island | Islands | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.5 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Dead River located?
Dead River is in Androscoggin County, Maine, approximately 30.9 miles east of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Turner Center topographic quadrangle.
How far is Dead River from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 53 minutes, 30.9 miles east (bearing E) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Dead River?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Dead River as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 564881 on the Turner Center quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Dead River?
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: Q5245369.