Falls Brook — Streams 46.2 Miles ENE of Chapman Inn
Somerset County, Maine · USGS Madison West Quadrangle · GNIS 566019
46.2 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn, on the USGS Madison West topographic quadrangle, Falls Brook is a stream recorded in Somerset County, Maine by the federal Geographic Names Information System.
Wikidata short description: “river in Somerset County, Maine, United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
The USGS Madison West 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle places Falls Brook in Somerset County, Maine (FIPS 23/025), classified as a stream in the federal GNIS (Feature ID 566019). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Falls Brook sits at 44.76256° N, 69.99617° W (DMS 44°45′45″ N, 69°59′46″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.75700° N, 70.06201° W (DMS 44°45′25″ N, 70°03′43″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Somerset County, Maine
Somerset County, ME contains 19 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Falls Brook itself. The ones closest to Falls Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Meadow Brook | Madison West | 0.7 mi |
| Hilton Brook | Madison West | 3.8 mi |
| Josiah Brook | Mercer | 4.7 mi |
| Lemon Stream | Mercer | 5.1 mi |
| Bog Stream | Mercer | 5.4 mi |
| Indian Stream | Mercer | 5.8 mi |
| Greenwood Brook | New Vineyard | 6.1 mi |
| Greenwood Stream | New Vineyard | 6.1 mi |
| Witham Brook | Mercer | 7.4 mi |
| Hilton Brook | Mercer | 8.8 mi |
Features on the USGS Madison West Quadrangle
The Madison West 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 11 catalogued natural features alongside Falls Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Hunger | Summits | Somerset County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Sterry Hill | Summits | Somerset County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Mayhew Bog | Swamps | Somerset County, ME | 2 mi |
| Cold Pond | Lakes | Somerset County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Pease Hill | Summits | Somerset County, ME | 2.5 mi |
| Nevens Pond | Lakes | Somerset County, ME | 3.3 mi |
| Hilton Brook | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 3.8 mi |
| Barton Hill | Summits | Somerset County, ME | 3.9 mi |
| Holland Waite Hill | Summits | Somerset County, ME | 4.9 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Chapman Inn sits 46.2 miles east-northeast (bearing ENE) of Falls Brook. At moderate back-road speeds the drive runs about 79 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 (44.763°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 46.2 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Falls Brook track the nearby Mount Hunger summit (0.7 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Falls Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Hunger | Summits | Somerset County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Mitchell Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Sterry Hill | Summits | Somerset County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Mayhew Bog | Swamps | Somerset County, ME | 2 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Falls Brook located?
Falls Brook is in Somerset County, Maine, approximately 46.2 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Madison West topographic quadrangle.
How far is Falls Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 79 minutes, 46.2 miles east-northeast (bearing ENE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Falls Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Falls Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 566019 on the Madison West quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Falls Brook?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in Somerset County, Maine?
GNIS lists 18 other streams in Somerset County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q34746278.