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Lombard Brook — Streams 20.4 Miles SE of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Norway Quadrangle · GNIS 570161
Within Oxford County, Maine, on the USGS Norway quadrangle, the stream known as Lombard Brook sits 20.4 miles southeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “stream in Oxford County, Maine, United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Oxford County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Lombard Brook as a stream on the Norway topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/017), under Feature ID 570161. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Lombard Brook sits at 44.16007° N, 70.55867° W (DMS 44°09′36″ N, 70°33′31″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.19444° N, 70.60778° W (DMS 44°11′40″ N, 70°36′28″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Oxford County, Maine
Oxford County, ME contains 296 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Lombard Brook itself. The ones closest to Lombard Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sargent Brook | Norway | 0.3 mi |
| Webber Brook | Norway | 2.3 mi |
| Town Farm Brook | Norway | 2.5 mi |
| Pennesseewassee Stream | Norway | 3.4 mi |
| Bird Brook | Norway | 3.6 mi |
| Jackson Brook | Casco | 3.9 mi |
| Bogg Brook | Norway | 4.2 mi |
| Willow Brook | Oxford | 4.4 mi |
| Knights Brook | Casco | 4.9 mi |
| Stony Brook | Norway | 5.1 mi |
Features on the USGS Norway Quadrangle
The Norway 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 32 catalogued natural features alongside Lombard Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sargent Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Brett Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Horse Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Little Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Andrews Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Moose Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Webber Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Bearce Bog | Swamps | Oxford County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Town Farm Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.5 mi |
| Frost Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.6 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SE out of Bethel for 20.4 miles (southeast) and you reach Lombard Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 35 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.160°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 20.4 miles from the Inn, plan on a comfortable day trip with time for lunch on the road. Conditions at Lombard Brook track the nearby Sargent Brook stream (0.3 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Lombard Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sargent Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Brett Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Horse Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Little Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Andrews Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Lombard Brook located?
Lombard Brook is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 20.4 miles southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Norway topographic quadrangle.
How far is Lombard Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 35 minutes, 20.4 miles southeast (bearing SE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Lombard Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Lombard Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 570161 on the Norway quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Lombard Brook?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in Oxford County, Maine?
GNIS lists 295 other streams in Oxford County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q35348062.