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Fish Meadow Brook — Streams 30.4 Miles E of Chapman Inn
Androscoggin County, Maine · USGS Livermore Falls Quadrangle · GNIS 566207
Within Androscoggin County, Maine, on the USGS Livermore Falls quadrangle, the stream known as Fish Meadow Brook sits 30.4 miles east of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Androscoggin County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Fish Meadow Brook as a stream on the Livermore Falls topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/001), under Feature ID 566207. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Fish Meadow Brook sits at 44.42284° N, 70.17339° W (DMS 44°25′22″ N, 70°10′24″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.40833° N, 70.18500° W (DMS 44°24′30″ N, 70°11′06″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Androscoggin County, Maine
Androscoggin County, ME contains 62 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Fish Meadow Brook itself. The ones closest to Fish Meadow Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hunton Brook | Livermore Falls | 2.1 mi |
| Billington Brook | Livermore Falls | 2.3 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Livermore Falls | 2.3 mi |
| Clay Brook | Livermore Falls | 2.7 mi |
| Scott Brook | Livermore Falls | 3.4 mi |
| Redwater Brook | Livermore Falls | 3.4 mi |
| Beals Brook | Livermore Falls | 3.6 mi |
| Keith Brook | Turner Center | 3.7 mi |
| Dead River | Turner Center | 4 mi |
| Ford Brook | Livermore Falls | 4.3 mi |
Features on the USGS Livermore Falls Quadrangle
The Livermore Falls 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 29 catalogued natural features alongside Fish Meadow Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Richs Mountain | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Oak Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Long Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Jug Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Ford Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 2 mi |
| Hunton Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Bartlett Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Billington Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Round Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.4 mi |
Historical record
The U.S. Board on Geographic Names recorded a Official (Board Decision) on January 1, 1911 for this name.
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing E out of Bethel for 30.4 miles (east) and you reach Fish Meadow Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 52 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.423°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 30.4 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Fish Meadow Brook track the nearby Richs Mountain summit (0.7 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Fish Meadow Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Richs Mountain | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Oak Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Long Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Jug Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Ford Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 2 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Fish Meadow Brook located?
Fish Meadow Brook is in Androscoggin County, Maine, approximately 30.4 miles east of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Livermore Falls topographic quadrangle.
How far is Fish Meadow Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 52 minutes, 30.4 miles east (bearing E) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Fish Meadow Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Fish Meadow Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 566207 on the Livermore Falls quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Fish Meadow Brook?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in Androscoggin County, Maine?
GNIS lists 61 other streams in Androscoggin County, Maine.