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Jack Branch — Streams 27.6 Miles S of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS Bridgton Quadrangle · GNIS 568717
Catalogued on the USGS Bridgton quadrangle in Cumberland County, Maine, Jack Branch — a stream — lies 27.6 miles south of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 568717, Jack Branch is recorded as a stream on the USGS Bridgton quadrangle in Cumberland County, Maine (FIPS 23/005). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Jack Branch sits at 44.00757° N, 70.72923° W (DMS 44°00′27″ N, 70°43′45″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.02361° N, 70.74278° W (DMS 44°01′25″ N, 70°44′34″ 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 Jack Branch itself. The ones closest to Jack Branch:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Day Brook | Bridgton | 0.6 mi |
| Town Farm Brook | North Sebago | 3.1 mi |
| Gristmill Brook | North Sebago | 3.1 mi |
| Willett Brook | Bridgton | 3.2 mi |
| Sucker Brook | North Sebago | 3.8 mi |
| Stevens Brook | Bridgton | 4 mi |
| Tingley Brook | North Sebago | 4.3 mi |
| Thomes Brook | Bridgton | 4.5 mi |
| Lakin Brook | North Sebago | 4.9 mi |
| Weeman Brook | North Sebago | 5 mi |
Features on the USGS Bridgton Quadrangle
The Bridgton 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 49 catalogued natural features alongside Jack Branch. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Dearborn Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Willett Brook | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Choate Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Woods Pond | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Otter Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| Mount Henry | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 3.1 mi |
| Packard Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 3.1 mi |
| Willett Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 3.2 mi |
| Abners Nose | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 3.6 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 47-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Jack Branch — 27.6 miles south as the crow flies, on compass bearing S.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.008°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 27.6 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Jack Branch track the nearby Day Brook stream (0.6 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Jack Branch
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Dearborn Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Willett Brook | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Adams Pond | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Choate Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.7 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Jack Branch located?
Jack Branch is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 27.6 miles south of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Bridgton topographic quadrangle.
How far is Jack Branch from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 47 minutes, 27.6 miles south (bearing S) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Jack Branch?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Jack Branch as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 568717 on the Bridgton quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Jack Branch?
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.