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Leadmine Brook — Streams 16.6 Miles W of Chapman Inn
Coos County, New Hampshire · USGS Shelburne Quadrangle · GNIS 872159
Within Coos County, New Hampshire, on the USGS Shelburne quadrangle, the stream known as Leadmine Brook sits 16.6 miles west of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Coos County, New Hampshire, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Leadmine Brook as a stream on the Shelburne topographic quadrangle (FIPS 33/007), under Feature ID 872159. Catalogued in GNIS since 08/27/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Leadmine Brook sits at 44.41617° N, 71.12452° W (DMS 44°24′58″ N, 71°07′28″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.44194° N, 71.12056° W (DMS 44°26′31″ N, 71°07′14″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Coos County, New Hampshire
Coos County, NH contains 300 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Leadmine Brook itself. The ones closest to Leadmine Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rattle River | Shelburne | 1 mi |
| Peabody Brook | Shelburne | 1.2 mi |
| Schoolhouse Brook | Berlin | 1.7 mi |
| Josh Brook | Berlin | 1.9 mi |
| Pea Brook | Berlin | 1.9 mi |
| Kidder Brook | Berlin | 2 mi |
| Gates Brook | Shelburne | 2.4 mi |
| Peabody River | Berlin | 2.4 mi |
| Austin Mill Brook | Shelburne | 2.6 mi |
| East Brook | Shelburne | 2.8 mi |
Features on the USGS Shelburne Quadrangle
The Shelburne 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 47 catalogued natural features alongside Leadmine Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Androscoggin River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Coos County, NH | 0.9 mi |
| Rattle River | Streams | Coos County, NH | 1 mi |
| Peabody Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 1.2 mi |
| Giant Falls | Waterfalls | Coos County, NH | 1.4 mi |
| Shadow Pool | Lakes | Coos County, NH | 1.4 mi |
| Reflection Pond | Lakes | Coos County, NH | 1.4 mi |
| Middle Mountain | Summits | Coos County, NH | 1.8 mi |
| First Mountain | Summits | Coos County, NH | 1.8 mi |
| Mount Evans | Summits | Coos County, NH | 1.9 mi |
| Page Pond | Lakes | Coos County, NH | 1.9 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing W out of Bethel for 16.6 miles (west) and you reach Leadmine Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 28 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 44.416°), first snows typically arrive by mid-October and linger into early May — narrow the window accordingly. At 16.6 miles from the Inn, plan on a comfortable day trip with time for lunch on the road. Conditions at Leadmine Brook track the nearby Androscoggin River Reservoir (0.9 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Leadmine Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Androscoggin River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Coos County, NH | 0.9 mi |
| Rattle River | Streams | Coos County, NH | 1 mi |
| Peabody Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 1.2 mi |
| Giant Falls | Waterfalls | Coos County, NH | 1.4 mi |
| Shadow Pool | Lakes | Coos County, NH | 1.4 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Leadmine Brook located?
Leadmine Brook is in Coos County, New Hampshire, approximately 16.6 miles west of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Shelburne topographic quadrangle.
How far is Leadmine Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 28 minutes, 16.6 miles west (bearing W) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Leadmine Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Leadmine Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 872159 on the Shelburne quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Leadmine Brook?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in Coos County, New Hampshire?
GNIS lists 299 other streams in Coos County, New Hampshire.