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Fillibrown Brook — Streams 43.7 Miles ENE of Chapman Inn
Franklin County, Maine · USGS Mercer Quadrangle · GNIS 566150
Within Franklin County, Maine, on the USGS Mercer quadrangle, the stream known as Fillibrown Brook sits 43.7 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “river in the United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Franklin County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Fillibrown Brook as a stream on the Mercer topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/007), under Feature ID 566150. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Fillibrown Brook sits at 44.65256° N, 69.97339° W (DMS 44°39′09″ N, 69°58′24″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.58479° N, 69.96950° W (DMS 44°35′05″ N, 69°58′10″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Franklin County, Maine
Franklin County, ME contains 134 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Fillibrown Brook itself. The ones closest to Fillibrown Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Muddy Brook | New Sharon | 2.8 mi |
| Bragdon Brook | New Sharon | 3.5 mi |
| McGurdy Stream | Farmington Falls | 4.6 mi |
| Goodrich Brook | New Sharon | 4.9 mi |
| Whittier Brook | Farmington Falls | 5.2 mi |
| Wilson Stream | Farmington Falls | 5.6 mi |
| Beales Brook | New Sharon | 6.1 mi |
| Little Norridgewock Stream | Farmington Falls | 6.9 mi |
| Cascade Brook | Farmington | 7.5 mi |
| Fish Brook | New Vineyard | 7.7 mi |
Features on the USGS Mercer Quadrangle
The Mercer 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 14 catalogued natural features alongside Fillibrown Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercer Bog | Reservoirs | Somerset County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Hilton Brook | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Josiah Brook | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 3.2 mi |
| Beech Hill | Summits | Somerset County, ME | 3.4 mi |
| Farrand Island | Islands | Somerset County, ME | 4.2 mi |
| Bog Stream | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 4.3 mi |
| Little Beech Hill | Summits | Somerset County, ME | 4.7 mi |
| Bowden Island | Islands | Somerset County, ME | 4.8 mi |
| Lemon Stream | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 4.8 mi |
| Indian Stream | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 5.2 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing ENE out of Bethel for 43.7 miles (east-northeast) and you reach Fillibrown Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 75 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. Being this far north (lat 44.653°), first snows typically arrive by mid-October and linger into early May — narrow the window accordingly. At 43.7 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Fillibrown Brook track the nearby Mercer Bog reservoir (2.3 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Fillibrown Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercer Bog | Reservoirs | Somerset County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Hilton Brook | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Muddy Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| Hampshire Hill | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 2.9 mi |
| Josiah Brook | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 3.2 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Fillibrown Brook located?
Fillibrown Brook is in Franklin County, Maine, approximately 43.7 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Mercer topographic quadrangle.
How far is Fillibrown Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 75 minutes, 43.7 miles east-northeast (bearing ENE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Fillibrown Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Fillibrown Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 566150 on the Mercer quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Fillibrown Brook?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in Franklin County, Maine?
GNIS lists 133 other streams in Franklin County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q34748407.