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Drew Brook — Streams 25.2 Miles ESE of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Buckfield Quadrangle · GNIS 565286
Within Oxford County, Maine, on the USGS Buckfield quadrangle, the stream known as Drew Brook sits 25.2 miles east-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “river in the United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Oxford County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Drew Brook as a stream on the Buckfield topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/017), under Feature ID 565286. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Drew Brook sits at 44.29618° N, 70.30284° W (DMS 44°17′46″ N, 70°18′10″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.33167° N, 70.31361° W (DMS 44°19′54″ N, 70°18′49″ 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 Drew Brook itself. The ones closest to Drew Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bog Brook | Buckfield | 2.4 mi |
| West Branch Nezinscot River | Buckfield | 2.6 mi |
| East Branch Nezinscot River | Buckfield | 2.6 mi |
| Swan Pond Brook | Buckfield | 2.6 mi |
| Mitchell Brook | Buckfield | 2.7 mi |
| Hayford Brook | Buckfield | 3.8 mi |
| Basin Falls Brook | West Sumner | 4.3 mi |
| Darnit Brook | West Sumner | 4.6 mi |
| Allen Brook | Lake Auburn West | 5 mi |
| Bunganock Brook | Buckfield | 5.3 mi |
Features on the USGS Buckfield Quadrangle
The Buckfield 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 35 catalogued natural features alongside Drew Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blanchard Stream | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Jersey Bog | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Ricker Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Lively Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| The Pinnacle | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Crystal Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 2 mi |
| Irish Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2 mi |
| Teague Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 2 mi |
| Irish Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Pickerel Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.2 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing ESE out of Bethel for 25.2 miles (east-southeast) and you reach Drew Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 43 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.296°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 25.2 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Drew Brook track the nearby Blanchard Stream (0.7 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Drew Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blanchard Stream | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Jersey Bog | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Ricker Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Lively Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| The Pinnacle | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.9 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Drew Brook located?
Drew Brook is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 25.2 miles east-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Buckfield topographic quadrangle.
How far is Drew Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 43 minutes, 25.2 miles east-southeast (bearing ESE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Drew Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Drew Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 565286 on the Buckfield quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Drew 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: Q34730539.