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Legrand Brook — Streams 44.4 Miles SSE of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS North Windham Quadrangle · GNIS 1912641
44.4 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn, on the USGS North Windham topographic quadrangle, Legrand Brook is a stream recorded in Cumberland County, Maine by the federal Geographic Names Information System.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
The USGS North Windham 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle places Legrand Brook in Cumberland County, Maine (FIPS 23/005), classified as a stream in the federal GNIS (Feature ID 1912641). Catalogued in GNIS since 05/08/2001.
Coordinates & physical setting
Legrand Brook sits at 43.82924° N, 70.39255° W (DMS 43°49′45″ N, 70°23′33″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 43.83806° N, 70.40083° W (DMS 43°50′17″ N, 70°24′03″ 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 Legrand Brook itself. The ones closest to Legrand Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Elmer Brook | North Windham | 0.3 mi |
| Baker Brook | North Windham | 0.6 mi |
| Stanley Hall Brook | North Windham | 0.6 mi |
| Dutton Hills Brook | North Windham | 0.6 mi |
| Glantz Brook | North Windham | 1.4 mi |
| Ollie Brook | North Windham | 1.5 mi |
| Ditch Brook | North Windham | 1.8 mi |
| Thayer Brook | Cumberland Center | 3.1 mi |
| McIntosh Brook | Cumberland Center | 3.2 mi |
| Outlet Brook | North Windham | 3.4 mi |
Features on the USGS North Windham Quadrangle
The North Windham 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 58 catalogued natural features alongside Legrand Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elmer Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Baker Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Stanley Hall Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Dutton Hills Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Baker Mountain | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Glantz Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Ollie Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Collins Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Brown Cove | Bays | Cumberland County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Ditch Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.8 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Chapman Inn sits 44.4 miles south-southeast (bearing SSE) of Legrand Brook. At moderate back-road speeds the drive runs about 76 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 (43.829°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 44.4 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Legrand Brook track the nearby Elmer Brook stream (0.3 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Legrand Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elmer Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Baker Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Stanley Hall Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Dutton Hills Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Baker Mountain | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 0.6 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Legrand Brook located?
Legrand Brook is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 44.4 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS North Windham topographic quadrangle.
How far is Legrand Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 76 minutes, 44.4 miles south-southeast (bearing SSE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Legrand Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Legrand Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 1912641 on the North Windham quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Legrand Brook?
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.