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Meadow Brook — Streams 39.5 Miles SSE of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS Raymond Quadrangle · GNIS 571040
Within Cumberland County, Maine, on the USGS Raymond quadrangle, the stream known as Meadow Brook sits 39.5 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Cumberland County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Meadow Brook as a stream on the Raymond topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/005), under Feature ID 571040. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Meadow Brook sits at 43.90813° N, 70.39367° W (DMS 43°54′29″ N, 70°23′37″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 43.92250° N, 70.38667° W (DMS 43°55′21″ N, 70°23′12″ 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 Meadow Brook itself. The ones closest to Meadow Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sand Brook | Raymond | 0.7 mi |
| Farwell Brook | Raymond | 0.7 mi |
| Sucker Brook | Raymond | 1 mi |
| Hatchery Brook | Gray | 2.6 mi |
| Cole Brook | Gray | 2.6 mi |
| Libby Brook | Gray | 2.9 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Raymond | 3.1 mi |
| Ai Brook | Raymond | 3.2 mi |
| Hayden Brook | Raymond | 3.2 mi |
| Thayer Brook | Cumberland Center | 3.6 mi |
Features on the USGS Raymond Quadrangle
The Raymond 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 55 catalogued natural features alongside Meadow Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Narrows | Gaps | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Sand Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Farwell Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Grape Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Hayden Bay | Bays | Cumberland County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Sucker Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1 mi |
| Krams Point | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Farwell Bog | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Spider Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Adams Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.8 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SSE out of Bethel for 39.5 miles (south-southeast) and you reach Meadow Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 68 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (43.908°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 39.5 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Meadow Brook track the nearby Upper Narrows mountain gap (0.2 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Meadow Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Narrows | Gaps | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Sand Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Farwell Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Grape Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Hayden Bay | Bays | Cumberland County, ME | 0.9 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Meadow Brook located?
Meadow Brook is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 39.5 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Raymond topographic quadrangle.
How far is Meadow Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 68 minutes, 39.5 miles south-southeast (bearing SSE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Meadow Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Meadow Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 571040 on the Raymond quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Meadow 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.