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Meadow Brook — Streams 10.3 Miles NNE of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS East Andover Quadrangle · GNIS 571049
Within Oxford County, Maine, on the USGS East Andover quadrangle, the stream known as Meadow Brook sits 10.3 miles north-northeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Oxford County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Meadow Brook as a stream on the East Andover topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/017), under Feature ID 571049. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Meadow Brook sits at 44.52923° N, 70.67368° W (DMS 44°31′45″ N, 70°40′25″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.57194° N, 70.65167° W (DMS 44°34′19″ N, 70°39′06″ 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 Meadow Brook itself. The ones closest to Meadow Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pond Stream | Bryant Pond | 2.5 mi |
| Coburn Brook | East Andover | 2.8 mi |
| Howe Brook | East Andover | 2.8 mi |
| Split Brook | Rumford | 3 mi |
| Meadow Brook | East Andover | 3.1 mi |
| Concord River | Bryant Pond | 3.5 mi |
| Thurston Brook | Rumford | 3.7 mi |
| Barkers Brook | Bryant Pond | 3.8 mi |
| Otter Brook | Bryant Pond | 3.9 mi |
| Gardner Brook | East Andover | 4.5 mi |
Features on the USGS East Andover Quadrangle
The East Andover 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 16 catalogued natural features alongside Meadow Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Davis Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Mount Dimmock | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Red Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Coon Hollow | Valleys | Oxford County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| Coburn Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| Howe Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| Howard Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 2.9 mi |
| Whitecap Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 3 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 3.1 mi |
| Farmers Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 4.1 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing NNE out of Bethel for 10.3 miles (north-northeast) and you reach Meadow Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 18 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.529°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 10.3 miles from the Inn, plan on a comfortable day trip with time for lunch on the road. Conditions at Meadow Brook track the nearby Davis Pond lake (0.4 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Meadow Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Davis Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Mount Dimmock | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Red Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Pond Stream | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.5 mi |
| Coon Hollow | Valleys | Oxford County, ME | 2.8 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Meadow Brook located?
Meadow Brook is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 10.3 miles north-northeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS East Andover topographic quadrangle.
How far is Meadow Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 18 minutes, 10.3 miles north-northeast (bearing NNE) 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 571049 on the East Andover 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 Oxford County, Maine?
GNIS lists 295 other streams in Oxford County, Maine.