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Dean Brook — Streams 39.5 Miles WNW of Chapman Inn
Coos County, New Hampshire · USGS Groveton Quadrangle · GNIS 866516
Within Coos County, New Hampshire, on the USGS Groveton quadrangle, the stream known as Dean Brook sits 39.5 miles west-northwest of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Coos County, New Hampshire, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Dean Brook as a stream on the Groveton topographic quadrangle (FIPS 33/007), under Feature ID 866516. Catalogued in GNIS since 08/27/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Dean Brook sits at 44.56728° N, 71.55759° W (DMS 44°34′02″ N, 71°33′27″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.56528° N, 71.51889° W (DMS 44°33′55″ N, 71°31′08″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Coos County, New Hampshire
Coos County, NH contains 300 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Dean Brook itself. The ones closest to Dean Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Upper Ammonoosuc River | Groveton | 1.8 mi |
| Parks Brook | Groveton | 2.4 mi |
| Moore Brook | Groveton | 3 mi |
| Roaring Brook | Groveton | 3.1 mi |
| Ames Brook | Stark | 3.4 mi |
| Potter Brook | Groveton | 4 mi |
| Whipple Brook | Groveton | 4.9 mi |
| Cummings Brook | Stark | 5 mi |
| Fox Brook | Stark | 5.3 mi |
| Caleb Brook | Lancaster | 5.5 mi |
Features on the USGS Groveton Quadrangle
The Groveton 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 16 catalogued natural features alongside Dean Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connecticut River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Coos County, NH | 0.7 mi |
| Beech Hill | Summits | Coos County, NH | 1.2 mi |
| Washburn Brook | Streams | Essex County, NH | 1.8 mi |
| Upper Ammonoosuc River | Streams | Coos County, NH | 1.8 mi |
| Cape Horn | Ridges | Coos County, NH | 1.9 mi |
| Emery Brook | Streams | Essex County, NH | 2.1 mi |
| Parks Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 2.4 mi |
| Moore Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 3 mi |
| Spalding Hill | Ridges | Coos County, NH | 3 mi |
| Roaring Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 3.1 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing WNW out of Bethel for 39.5 miles (west-northwest) and you reach Dean Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 68 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. Being this far north (lat 44.567°), first snows typically arrive by mid-October and linger into early May — narrow the window accordingly. At 39.5 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Dean Brook track the nearby Connecticut River Reservoir (0.7 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Dean Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connecticut River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Coos County, NH | 0.7 mi |
| Beech Hill | Summits | Coos County, NH | 1.2 mi |
| Washburn Brook | Streams | Essex County, NH | 1.8 mi |
| Upper Ammonoosuc River | Streams | Coos County, NH | 1.8 mi |
| Cape Horn | Ridges | Coos County, NH | 1.9 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Dean Brook located?
Dean Brook is in Coos County, New Hampshire, approximately 39.5 miles west-northwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Groveton topographic quadrangle.
How far is Dean Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 68 minutes, 39.5 miles west-northwest (bearing WNW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Dean Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Dean Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 866516 on the Groveton quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Dean Brook?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in Coos County, New Hampshire?
GNIS lists 299 other streams in Coos County, New Hampshire.