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Dragon Meadow Brook — Streams 33.7 Miles S of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Hiram Quadrangle · GNIS 565268
Within Oxford County, Maine, on the USGS Hiram quadrangle, the stream known as Dragon Meadow Brook sits 33.7 miles south of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Oxford County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Dragon Meadow Brook as a stream on the Hiram topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/017), under Feature ID 565268. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Dragon Meadow Brook sits at 43.91729° N, 70.82506° W (DMS 43°55′02″ N, 70°49′30″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 43.92583° N, 70.78111° W (DMS 43°55′33″ N, 70°46′52″ 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 Dragon Meadow Brook itself. The ones closest to Dragon Meadow Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Moose Pond Brook | Hiram | 0.8 mi |
| Tenmile River | Hiram | 1.7 mi |
| Hancock Brook | Hiram | 3 mi |
| Durgin Brook | Brownfield | 3 mi |
| Buck Meadow Brook | Hiram | 3.3 mi |
| Burnt Meadow Brook | Brownfield | 3.4 mi |
| Billy Brook | Brownfield | 5.1 mi |
| Sucker Brook | North Sebago | 5.2 mi |
| West Branch Tenmile River | Brownfield | 5.9 mi |
| Beaver Brook | Brownfield | 6.1 mi |
Features on the USGS Hiram Quadrangle
The Hiram 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 26 catalogued natural features alongside Dragon Meadow Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burbank Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Moose Pond Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Horseshoe Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Boston Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Tenmile River | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Bryant Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Tenmile Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Boston Hills | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Kezar Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Oak Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.3 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing S out of Bethel for 33.7 miles (south) and you reach Dragon Meadow Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 58 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (43.917°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 33.7 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Dragon Meadow Brook track the nearby Burbank Pond lake (0.6 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Dragon Meadow Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burbank Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Moose Pond Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Horseshoe Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Boston Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Tenmile River | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.7 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Dragon Meadow Brook located?
Dragon Meadow Brook is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 33.7 miles south of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Hiram topographic quadrangle.
How far is Dragon Meadow Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 58 minutes, 33.7 miles south (bearing S) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Dragon Meadow Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Dragon Meadow Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 565268 on the Hiram quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Dragon Meadow 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.