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Libby Brook — Streams 43.3 Miles SE of Chapman Inn
Androscoggin County, Maine · USGS North Pownal Quadrangle · GNIS 569511
43.3 miles southeast of Chapman Inn, on the USGS North Pownal topographic quadrangle, Libby Brook is a stream recorded in Androscoggin County, Maine by the federal Geographic Names Information System.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
The USGS North Pownal 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle places Libby Brook in Androscoggin County, Maine (FIPS 23/001), classified as a stream in the federal GNIS (Feature ID 569511). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Libby Brook sits at 43.95591° N, 70.17839° W (DMS 43°57′21″ N, 70°10′42″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 43.99139° N, 70.21194° W (DMS 43°59′29″ N, 70°12′43″ 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 Libby Brook itself. The ones closest to Libby Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Alder Brook | North Pownal | 0.9 mi |
| Gerrish Brook | North Pownal | 3 mi |
| Dyer Brook | Lisbon Falls South | 3.3 mi |
| House Brook | Lewiston | 4 mi |
| Moody Brook | Lewiston | 4.6 mi |
| Soper Mill Brook | Lewiston | 5.5 mi |
| Sabattus River | Lisbon Falls North | 5.9 mi |
| Moose Brook | Minot | 6.5 mi |
| Barker Brook | Lisbon Falls North | 6.5 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Lisbon Falls South | 6.7 mi |
Features on the USGS North Pownal Quadrangle
The North Pownal 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 16 catalogued natural features alongside Libby Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Runaround Pond | Reservoirs | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Alder Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Runaround Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Bowie Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Libby Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Lauraffe Ledge | Benches | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Bibber Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 3 mi |
| Gerrish Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 3 mi |
| Tryon Mountain | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 3 mi |
| Talking Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 3.3 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Chapman Inn sits 43.3 miles southeast (bearing SE) of Libby Brook. At moderate back-road speeds the drive runs about 74 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 (43.956°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 43.3 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Libby Brook track the nearby Runaround Pond reservoir (0.2 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Libby Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Runaround Pond | Reservoirs | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Alder Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Runaround Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Bowie Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Libby Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.8 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Libby Brook located?
Libby Brook is in Androscoggin County, Maine, approximately 43.3 miles southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS North Pownal topographic quadrangle.
How far is Libby Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 74 minutes, 43.3 miles southeast (bearing SE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Libby Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Libby Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 569511 on the North Pownal quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Libby 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.