Great Meadow Stream — Streams 49.3 Miles ENE of Chapman Inn
Kennebec County, Maine · USGS Rome Quadrangle · GNIS 567164
Within Kennebec County, Maine, on the USGS Rome quadrangle, the stream known as Great Meadow Stream sits 49.3 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Kennebec County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Great Meadow Stream as a stream on the Rome topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/011), under Feature ID 567164. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Great Meadow Stream sits at 44.57395° N, 69.81755° W (DMS 44°34′26″ N, 69°49′03″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.60833° N, 69.82944° W (DMS 44°36′30″ N, 69°49′46″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Kennebec County, Maine
Kennebec County, ME contains 43 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Great Meadow Stream itself. The ones closest to Great Meadow Stream:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Robbins Mill Stream | Rome | 2.4 mi |
| Rome Trout Brook | Belgrade Lakes | 3.3 mi |
| Beaver Brook | Belgrade Lakes | 4.8 mi |
| Whittier Brook | Belgrade Lakes | 4.8 mi |
| Stony Brook | Belgrade Lakes | 7.1 mi |
| Bog Brook | Belgrade | 7.4 mi |
| Ingham Stream | Readfield | 8.5 mi |
| Belgrade Stream | Belgrade | 8.5 mi |
| Mill Stream | Belgrade Lakes | 8.8 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Readfield | 10.1 mi |
Features on the USGS Rome Quadrangle
The Rome 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 26 catalogued natural features alongside Great Meadow Stream. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Snake Point | Capes | Kennebec County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| North Bay | Bays | Kennebec County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Mosher Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Stony Point | Capes | Kennebec County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Chute Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Horse Point | Capes | Kennebec County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Foss Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Jamaica Point | Capes | Kennebec County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Otter Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Crooked Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 2.2 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing ENE out of Bethel for 49.3 miles (east-northeast) and you reach Great Meadow Stream; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 84 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.574°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 49.3 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Great Meadow Stream track the nearby Snake Point cape (0.5 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Great Meadow Stream
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Snake Point | Capes | Kennebec County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| North Bay | Bays | Kennebec County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Mosher Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Stony Point | Capes | Kennebec County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Chute Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 1.8 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Great Meadow Stream located?
Great Meadow Stream is in Kennebec County, Maine, approximately 49.3 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Rome topographic quadrangle.
How far is Great Meadow Stream from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 84 minutes, 49.3 miles east-northeast (bearing ENE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Great Meadow Stream?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Great Meadow Stream as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 567164 on the Rome quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Great Meadow Stream?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in Kennebec County, Maine?
GNIS lists 42 other streams in Kennebec County, Maine.