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Lapham Brook — Streams 31.9 Miles SE of Chapman Inn
Androscoggin County, Maine · USGS Minot Quadrangle · GNIS 569379
31.9 miles southeast of Chapman Inn, on the USGS Minot topographic quadrangle, Lapham Brook is a stream recorded in Androscoggin County, Maine by the federal Geographic Names Information System.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
The USGS Minot 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle places Lapham Brook in Androscoggin County, Maine (FIPS 23/001), classified as a stream in the federal GNIS (Feature ID 569379). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Lapham Brook sits at 44.12257° N, 70.27811° W (DMS 44°07′21″ N, 70°16′41″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.17229° N, 70.32756° W (DMS 44°10′20″ N, 70°19′39″ 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 Lapham Brook itself. The ones closest to Lapham Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hodgkins Brook | Minot | 1.2 mi |
| Indian Brook | Minot | 3.2 mi |
| Morgan Brook | Minot | 3.5 mi |
| Jepson Brook | Lewiston | 3.6 mi |
| Worthley Brook | Minot | 3.6 mi |
| Little Androscoggin River | Lewiston | 3.6 mi |
| Taylor Brook | Lewiston | 3.7 mi |
| Davis Brook | Minot | 4 mi |
| Stetson Brook | Lake Auburn East | 4.1 mi |
| Cool Brook | Minot | 4.4 mi |
Features on the USGS Minot Quadrangle
The Minot 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 25 catalogued natural features alongside Lapham Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taylor Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Hodgkins Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Mount Apatite | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Butler Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.5 mi |
| Hodge Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.7 mi |
| Taylor Brook | Reservoirs | Androscoggin County, ME | 3 mi |
| Indian Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 3.2 mi |
| Pride Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 3.3 mi |
| Morgan Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 3.5 mi |
| Worthley Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 3.6 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Chapman Inn sits 31.9 miles southeast (bearing SE) of Lapham Brook. At moderate back-road speeds the drive runs about 55 minutes — comfortably inside a half-day outing window after breakfast.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.123°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 31.9 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Lapham Brook track the nearby Taylor Pond lake (1.1 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Lapham Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taylor Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Hodgkins Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Perkins Ridge | Ridges | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Pine Point | Capes | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Shaw Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.8 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Lapham Brook located?
Lapham Brook is in Androscoggin County, Maine, approximately 31.9 miles southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Minot topographic quadrangle.
How far is Lapham Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 55 minutes, 31.9 miles southeast (bearing SE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Lapham Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Lapham Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 569379 on the Minot quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Lapham 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.