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Dunham Brook — Streams 23.8 Miles SE of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Oxford Quadrangle · GNIS 565404
23.8 miles southeast of Chapman Inn, on the USGS Oxford topographic quadrangle, Dunham Brook is a stream recorded in Oxford County, Maine by the federal Geographic Names Information System.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
The USGS Oxford 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle places Dunham Brook in Oxford County, Maine (FIPS 23/017), classified as a stream in the federal GNIS (Feature ID 565404). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Dunham Brook sits at 44.18257° N, 70.42145° W (DMS 44°10′57″ N, 70°25′17″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.21556° N, 70.45389° W (DMS 44°12′56″ N, 70°27′14″ 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 Dunham Brook itself. The ones closest to Dunham Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Noble Brook | Oxford | 1.6 mi |
| Middle Branch Bog Brook | Oxford | 2.5 mi |
| West Branch Bog Brook | Oxford | 2.8 mi |
| Willow Brook | Oxford | 3.2 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Oxford | 3.8 mi |
| Minister Brook | Oxford | 3.9 mi |
| Cobb Brook | Oxford | 4.4 mi |
| Bicknell Brook | Lake Auburn West | 4.4 mi |
| Town Farm Brook | Norway | 4.6 mi |
| Twitchell Brook | Oxford | 4.7 mi |
Features on the USGS Oxford Quadrangle
The Oxford 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 34 catalogued natural features alongside Dunham Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marshall Pond | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Thomas Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Barnett Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Noble Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Sam Rowe Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Mud Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Robinson Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Middle Branch Bog Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.5 mi |
| Little Singepole Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.5 mi |
| Greenwood Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.7 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Chapman Inn sits 23.8 miles southeast (bearing SE) of Dunham Brook. At moderate back-road speeds the drive runs about 41 minutes — comfortably inside a half-day outing window after breakfast.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.183°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 23.8 miles from the Inn, plan on a comfortable day trip with time for lunch on the road. Conditions at Dunham Brook track the nearby Marshall Pond reservoir (0.5 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Dunham Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marshall Pond | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Thomas Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Barnett Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Noble Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Sam Rowe Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.9 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Dunham Brook located?
Dunham Brook is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 23.8 miles southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Oxford topographic quadrangle.
How far is Dunham Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 41 minutes, 23.8 miles southeast (bearing SE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Dunham Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Dunham Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 565404 on the Oxford quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Dunham 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.