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Henry Mitchell Brook — Streams 33.7 Miles NE of Chapman Inn
Franklin County, Maine · USGS Farmington Quadrangle · GNIS 567947
Within Franklin County, Maine, on the USGS Farmington quadrangle, the stream known as Henry Mitchell Brook sits 33.7 miles northeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Franklin County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Henry Mitchell Brook as a stream on the Farmington topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/007), under Feature ID 567947. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Henry Mitchell Brook sits at 44.68923° N, 70.23423° W (DMS 44°41′21″ N, 70°14′03″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.67923° N, 70.26645° W (DMS 44°40′45″ N, 70°15′59″ 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 Henry Mitchell Brook itself. The ones closest to Henry Mitchell Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gus Mitchell Brook | Farmington | 0.6 mi |
| Edes Brook | Mount Blue | 1.6 mi |
| Conant Brook | Mount Blue | 2.7 mi |
| Barker Stream | Farmington | 3.4 mi |
| Winter Brook | Farmington | 4 mi |
| McLeary Brook | Strong | 4.4 mi |
| Beaver Brook | Farmington | 4.5 mi |
| Temple Brook | Mount Blue | 4.8 mi |
| Temple Stream | Farmington | 4.9 mi |
| Dakin Brook | Mount Blue | 5 mi |
Features on the USGS Farmington Quadrangle
The Farmington 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 20 catalogued natural features alongside Henry Mitchell Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gus Mitchell Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Drury Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Mud Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Porter Hill | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Ballard Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Staples Pond | Reservoirs | Franklin County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Varnum Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Voter Hill | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 2.9 mi |
| Patriots Peak | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 3.3 mi |
| Barker Stream | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 3.4 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing NE out of Bethel for 33.7 miles (northeast) and you reach Henry Mitchell Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 58 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 44.689°), first snows typically arrive by mid-October and linger into early May — narrow the window accordingly. At 33.7 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Henry Mitchell Brook track the nearby Gus Mitchell Brook stream (0.6 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Henry Mitchell Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gus Mitchell Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Drury Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Mud Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Edes Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Porter Hill | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 1.6 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Henry Mitchell Brook located?
Henry Mitchell Brook is in Franklin County, Maine, approximately 33.7 miles northeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Farmington topographic quadrangle.
How far is Henry Mitchell Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 58 minutes, 33.7 miles northeast (bearing NE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Henry Mitchell Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Henry Mitchell Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 567947 on the Farmington quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Henry Mitchell 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.