East Cathance Stream — Streams 49.2 Miles SE of Chapman Inn
Sagadahoc County, Maine · USGS Bowdoinham Quadrangle · GNIS 565592
Within Sagadahoc County, Maine, on the USGS Bowdoinham quadrangle, the stream known as East Cathance Stream sits 49.2 miles southeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “river in the United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Sagadahoc County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists East Cathance Stream as a stream on the Bowdoinham topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/023), under Feature ID 565592. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
East Cathance Stream sits at 44.00619° N, 69.96644° W (DMS 44°00′22″ N, 69°57′59″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.07972° N, 69.96750° W (DMS 44°04′47″ N, 69°58′03″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Sagadahoc County, Maine
Sagadahoc County, ME contains 6 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting East Cathance Stream itself. The ones closest to East Cathance Stream:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| West Cathance Stream | Bowdoinham | 0 mi |
| Little Gillespie Brook | Lisbon Falls North | 3.5 mi |
| Purington Brook | Lisbon Falls North | 4 mi |
| Dead River | Bowdoinham | 6.5 mi |
| Magotty Meadow Brook | Bowdoinham | 7.9 mi |
Features on the USGS Bowdoinham Quadrangle
The Bowdoinham 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 9 catalogued natural features alongside East Cathance Stream. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Cathance Stream | Streams | Sagadahoc County, ME | 0 mi |
| Wheeler Hill | Summits | Sagadahoc County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Stoddard Pond | Reservoirs | Sagadahoc County, ME | 2 mi |
| Hornbeam Hill | Summits | Sagadahoc County, ME | 2.5 mi |
| Caesar Pond | Lakes | Sagadahoc County, ME | 4.1 mi |
| Meacham Pond | Lakes | Sagadahoc County, ME | 6.4 mi |
| Dead River | Streams | Sagadahoc County, ME | 6.5 mi |
| Magotty Meadow Brook | Streams | Sagadahoc County, ME | 7.9 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SE out of Bethel for 49.2 miles (southeast) and you reach East Cathance Stream; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 84 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.006°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 49.2 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at East Cathance Stream track the nearby West Cathance Stream (essentially adjacent) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to East Cathance Stream
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Cathance Stream | Streams | Sagadahoc County, ME | 0 mi |
| Bradley Pond | Lakes | Sagadahoc County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Wheeler Hill | Summits | Sagadahoc County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Tate Hill | Summits | Sagadahoc County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Stoddard Pond | Reservoirs | Sagadahoc County, ME | 2 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is East Cathance Stream located?
East Cathance Stream is in Sagadahoc County, Maine, approximately 49.2 miles southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Bowdoinham topographic quadrangle.
How far is East Cathance Stream from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 84 minutes, 49.2 miles southeast (bearing SE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is East Cathance Stream?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies East Cathance Stream as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 565592 on the Bowdoinham quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit East Cathance Stream?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in Sagadahoc County, Maine?
GNIS lists 5 other streams in Sagadahoc County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q34736401.