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Meadow Brook — Streams 40.4 Miles SE of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS Gray Quadrangle · GNIS 571072
Catalogued on the USGS Gray quadrangle in Cumberland County, Maine, Meadow Brook — a stream — lies 40.4 miles southeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 571072, Meadow Brook is recorded as a stream on the USGS Gray quadrangle in Cumberland County, Maine (FIPS 23/005). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Meadow Brook sits at 43.95841° N, 70.26311° W (DMS 43°57′30″ N, 70°15′47″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.02480° N, 70.24617° W (DMS 44°01′29″ N, 70°14′46″ 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Stevens Brook | Gray | 0.7 mi |
| Talking Brook | North Pownal | 1.6 mi |
| Bear Brook | Gray | 1.8 mi |
| Lily Pond Brook | Gray | 3.3 mi |
| Eddy Brook | Gray | 3.8 mi |
| Mill Brook | Gray | 3.8 mi |
| Foster Brook | Minot | 4.2 mi |
| Collyer Brook | Gray | 4.7 mi |
| Runaround Brook | North Pownal | 4.8 mi |
| Libby Brook | Gray | 4.9 mi |
Features on the USGS Gray Quadrangle
The Gray 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 25 catalogued natural features alongside Meadow Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stevens Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Gloucester Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Bear Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Brandy Bog | Swamps | Cumberland County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Peacock Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 3 mi |
| Royal River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 3.1 mi |
| Chandler Mill Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 3.1 mi |
| Lily Pond Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 3.3 mi |
| Little Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 3.4 mi |
| Eddy Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 3.8 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 69-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Meadow Brook — 40.4 miles southeast as the crow flies, on compass bearing SE.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (43.958°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 40.4 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Meadow Brook track the nearby Stevens Brook stream (0.7 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Meadow Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stevens Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Gloucester Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Talking Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Bear Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Brandy Bog | Swamps | Cumberland County, ME | 2.2 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Meadow Brook located?
Meadow Brook is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 40.4 miles southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Gray topographic quadrangle.
How far is Meadow Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 69 minutes, 40.4 miles southeast (bearing SE) 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 571072 on the Gray 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.