Leech Brook — Streams 49.3 Miles ENE of Chapman Inn
Somerset County, Maine · USGS Norridgewock Quadrangle · GNIS 569455
Catalogued on the USGS Norridgewock quadrangle in Somerset County, Maine, Leech Brook — a stream — lies 49.3 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 569455, Leech Brook is recorded as a stream on the USGS Norridgewock quadrangle in Somerset County, Maine (FIPS 23/025). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Leech Brook sits at 44.64229° N, 69.84589° W (DMS 44°38′32″ N, 69°50′45″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.66444° N, 69.85389° W (DMS 44°39′52″ N, 69°51′14″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Somerset County, Maine
Somerset County, ME contains 19 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Leech Brook itself. The ones closest to Leech Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bog Stream | Norridgewock | 1.1 mi |
| Pattee Brook | Norridgewock | 1.1 mi |
| The Serpentine | Norridgewock | 1.2 mi |
| Hilton Brook | Mercer | 4 mi |
| Witham Brook | Mercer | 4 mi |
| Indian Stream | Mercer | 5.5 mi |
| Bog Stream | Mercer | 5.7 mi |
| Lemon Stream | Mercer | 6 mi |
| Josiah Brook | Mercer | 6.9 mi |
| Hilton Brook | Madison West | 9.2 mi |
Features on the USGS Norridgewock Quadrangle
The Norridgewock 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 9 catalogued natural features alongside Leech Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Bett | Summits | Somerset County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Pomleau Island | Islands | Somerset County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Bog Stream | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Birch Point | Capes | Somerset County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Pattee Brook | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| The Serpentine | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| North Pond | Lakes | Somerset County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Oak Hill | Summits | Somerset County, ME | 1.9 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 84-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Leech Brook — 49.3 miles east-northeast as the crow flies, on compass bearing ENE.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.642°), 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 Leech Brook track the nearby Mount Bett summit (0.4 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Leech Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Bett | Summits | Somerset County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Pomleau Island | Islands | Somerset County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Bog Stream | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Birch Point | Capes | Somerset County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Pattee Brook | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 1.1 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Leech Brook located?
Leech Brook is in Somerset County, Maine, approximately 49.3 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Norridgewock topographic quadrangle.
How far is Leech Brook 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 Leech Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Leech Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 569455 on the Norridgewock quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Leech Brook?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in Somerset County, Maine?
GNIS lists 18 other streams in Somerset County, Maine.