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Elmer Brook — Streams 44.1 Miles SSE of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS North Windham Quadrangle · GNIS 1912390
Catalogued on the USGS North Windham quadrangle in Cumberland County, Maine, Elmer Brook — a stream — lies 44.1 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 1912390, Elmer Brook is recorded as a stream on the USGS North Windham quadrangle in Cumberland County, Maine (FIPS 23/005). Catalogued in GNIS since 05/08/2001.
Coordinates & physical setting
Elmer Brook sits at 43.83341° N, 70.39255° W (DMS 43°50′00″ N, 70°23′33″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 43.84250° N, 70.39028° W (DMS 43°50′33″ N, 70°23′25″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Cumberland County, Maine
Cumberland County, ME contains 110 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Elmer Brook itself. The ones closest to Elmer Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Legrand Brook | North Windham | 0.3 mi |
| Baker Brook | North Windham | 0.8 mi |
| Stanley Hall Brook | North Windham | 0.8 mi |
| Dutton Hills Brook | North Windham | 0.8 mi |
| Glantz Brook | North Windham | 1.1 mi |
| Ollie Brook | North Windham | 1.2 mi |
| Ditch Brook | North Windham | 2 mi |
| Thayer Brook | Cumberland Center | 2.9 mi |
| Outlet Brook | North Windham | 3.3 mi |
| McIntosh Brook | Cumberland Center | 3.5 mi |
Features on the USGS North Windham Quadrangle
The North Windham 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 58 catalogued natural features alongside Elmer Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Legrand Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Baker Mountain | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Baker Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Stanley Hall Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Dutton Hills Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Glantz Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Ollie Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Brown Cove | Bays | Cumberland County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Collins Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Mill Pond | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 1.7 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 76-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Elmer Brook — 44.1 miles south-southeast as the crow flies, on compass bearing SSE.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (43.833°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 44.1 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Elmer Brook track the nearby Legrand Brook stream (0.3 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Elmer Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Legrand Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Baker Mountain | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Baker Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Stanley Hall Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Dutton Hills Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.8 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Elmer Brook located?
Elmer Brook is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 44.1 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS North Windham topographic quadrangle.
How far is Elmer Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 76 minutes, 44.1 miles south-southeast (bearing SSE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Elmer Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Elmer Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 1912390 on the North Windham quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Elmer Brook?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in Cumberland County, Maine?
GNIS lists 109 other streams in Cumberland County, Maine.