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Lemon Stream — Streams 47.7 Miles ENE of Chapman Inn
Somerset County, Maine · USGS Mercer Quadrangle · GNIS 569477
Within Somerset County, Maine, on the USGS Mercer quadrangle, the stream known as Lemon Stream sits 47.7 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “river in the United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Somerset County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Lemon Stream as a stream on the Mercer topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/025), under Feature ID 569477. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Lemon Stream sits at 44.71173° N, 69.92034° W (DMS 44°42′42″ N, 69°55′13″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.80672° N, 70.08229° W (DMS 44°48′24″ N, 70°04′56″ 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 Lemon Stream itself. The ones closest to Lemon Stream:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bog Stream | Mercer | 0.6 mi |
| Indian Stream | Mercer | 0.7 mi |
| Josiah Brook | Mercer | 2.2 mi |
| Witham Brook | Mercer | 2.3 mi |
| Hilton Brook | Madison West | 3.7 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Madison West | 4.4 mi |
| Hilton Brook | Mercer | 4.6 mi |
| Falls Brook | Madison West | 5.1 mi |
| Bog Stream | Norridgewock | 5.4 mi |
| Pattee Brook | Norridgewock | 5.8 mi |
Features on the USGS Mercer Quadrangle
The Mercer 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 14 catalogued natural features alongside Lemon Stream. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bowden Island | Islands | Somerset County, ME | 0.1 mi |
| Bog Stream | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Farrand Island | Islands | Somerset County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Indian Stream | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Yeaton Island | Islands | Somerset County, ME | 1 mi |
| Sandy River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Somerset County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Josiah Brook | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Witham Brook | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Little Beech Hill | Summits | Somerset County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Mercer Bog | Reservoirs | Somerset County, ME | 3.6 mi |
Historical record
Lemon Stream is a 15.2-mile-long (24.5 km) tributary of the Sandy River, that rises in the New Vineyard mountain range in Franklin County, Maine, USA. Via the Sandy River, it is part of the Kennebec River watershed. More on Wikipedia →
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing ENE out of Bethel for 47.7 miles (east-northeast) and you reach Lemon Stream; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 82 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.712°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 47.7 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Lemon Stream track the nearby Bowden Island (essentially adjacent) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Lemon Stream
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bowden Island | Islands | Somerset County, ME | 0.1 mi |
| Bog Stream | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Farrand Island | Islands | Somerset County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Indian Stream | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Yeaton Island | Islands | Somerset County, ME | 1 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Lemon Stream located?
Lemon Stream is in Somerset County, Maine, approximately 47.7 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Mercer topographic quadrangle.
How far is Lemon Stream from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 82 minutes, 47.7 miles east-northeast (bearing ENE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Lemon Stream?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Lemon Stream as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 569477 on the Mercer quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Lemon Stream?
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.
Wikidata: Q6521338.