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Duck Pond Brook — Streams 19.2 Miles S of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS North Waterford Quadrangle · GNIS 581003
Within Oxford County, Maine, on the USGS North Waterford quadrangle, the stream known as Duck Pond Brook sits 19.2 miles south of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Oxford County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Duck Pond Brook as a stream on the North Waterford topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/017), under Feature ID 581003. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Duck Pond Brook sits at 44.12757° N, 70.78062° W (DMS 44°07′39″ N, 70°46′50″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.17472° N, 70.77333° W (DMS 44°10′29″ N, 70°46′24″ 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 Duck Pond Brook itself. The ones closest to Duck Pond Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Powers Brook | North Waterford | 0.4 mi |
| Plummer Brook | Pleasant Mountain | 3.1 mi |
| Scoggins Brook | Waterford Flat | 3.4 mi |
| Cold Brook | North Waterford | 3.5 mi |
| Mill Brook | Waterford Flat | 3.6 mi |
| Mutiny Brook | Waterford Flat | 3.6 mi |
| Keyes Brook | North Waterford | 3.7 mi |
| Patterson Brook | North Waterford | 3.9 mi |
| Kedar Brook | Waterford Flat | 5 mi |
| Kingman Brook | Waterford Flat | 5 mi |
Features on the USGS North Waterford Quadrangle
The North Waterford 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 57 catalogued natural features alongside Duck Pond Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Powers Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Marr Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Black Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Winns Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Keyes Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Perry Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Evans Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| Stearns Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.9 mi |
| Clough Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 3.1 mi |
| Popple Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 3.2 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing S out of Bethel for 19.2 miles (south) and you reach Duck Pond Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 33 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.128°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 19.2 miles from the Inn, plan on a comfortable day trip with time for lunch on the road. Conditions at Duck Pond Brook track the nearby Powers Brook stream (0.4 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Duck Pond Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Powers Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Stearns Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Plummer Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Marr Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Black Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Duck Pond Brook located?
Duck Pond Brook is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 19.2 miles south of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS North Waterford topographic quadrangle.
How far is Duck Pond Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 33 minutes, 19.2 miles south (bearing S) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Duck Pond Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Duck Pond Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 581003 on the North Waterford quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Duck Pond 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.