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Foster Brook — Streams 36.4 Miles SE of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS Minot Quadrangle · GNIS 566447
Within Cumberland County, Maine, on the USGS Minot quadrangle, the stream known as Foster Brook sits 36.4 miles southeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “river in Cumberland County, Maine, United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Cumberland County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Foster Brook as a stream on the Minot topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/005), under Feature ID 566447. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Foster Brook sits at 44.01369° N, 70.29672° W (DMS 44°00′49″ N, 70°17′48″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.04306° N, 70.31528° W (DMS 44°02′35″ N, 70°18′55″ 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 Foster Brook itself. The ones closest to Foster Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lily Pond Brook | Gray | 1.9 mi |
| Talking Brook | North Pownal | 3.9 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Gray | 4.2 mi |
| Westcott Brook | Gray | 4.2 mi |
| Stevens Brook | Gray | 4.2 mi |
| Mosquito Brook | Gray | 4.8 mi |
| Wilson Brook | Mechanic Falls | 5 mi |
| Bear Brook | Gray | 5.9 mi |
| Eddy Brook | Gray | 6.5 mi |
| Mill Brook | Gray | 6.5 mi |
Features on the USGS Minot Quadrangle
The Minot 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 25 catalogued natural features alongside Foster Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moose Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Christian Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Grandview Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Worthley Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Ricker Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 3.2 mi |
| Shaker Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 3.4 mi |
| Davis Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 3.6 mi |
| Lower Range Pond | Reservoirs | Androscoggin County, ME | 4.1 mi |
| Bailey Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 5 mi |
| Pride Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 5.1 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SE out of Bethel for 36.4 miles (southeast) and you reach Foster Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 62 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.014°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 36.4 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Foster Brook track the nearby Moose Brook stream (0.9 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Foster Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moose Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Christian Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Grandview Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Peacock Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Royal River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 1.5 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Foster Brook located?
Foster Brook is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 36.4 miles southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Minot topographic quadrangle.
How far is Foster Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 62 minutes, 36.4 miles southeast (bearing SE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Foster Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Foster Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 566447 on the Minot quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Foster 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.
Wikidata: Q34754014.