Meadow Brook — Streams 49.3 Miles SW of Chapman Inn
Carroll County, New Hampshire · USGS Center Sandwich Quadrangle · GNIS 872276
Within Carroll County, New Hampshire, on the USGS Center Sandwich quadrangle, the stream known as Meadow Brook sits 49.3 miles southwest of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Carroll County, New Hampshire, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Meadow Brook as a stream on the Center Sandwich topographic quadrangle (FIPS 33/003), under Feature ID 872276. Catalogued in GNIS since 08/27/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Meadow Brook sits at 43.82146° N, 71.36118° W (DMS 43°49′17″ N, 71°21′40″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 43.78917° N, 71.35750° W (DMS 43°47′21″ N, 71°21′27″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Carroll County, New Hampshire
Carroll County, NH contains 152 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Meadow Brook itself. The ones closest to Meadow Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Atwood Brook | Tamworth | 0.4 mi |
| Cold River | Tamworth | 1.1 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Tamworth | 1.6 mi |
| Heath Brook | Center Sandwich | 1.8 mi |
| Cold Brook | Tamworth | 2.9 mi |
| Tilton Brook | Center Sandwich | 3.1 mi |
| Back Brook | Tamworth | 3.2 mi |
| Whiteface River | Center Sandwich | 3.2 mi |
| Hobb Brook | Tamworth | 3.4 mi |
| Lord Brook | Tamworth | 3.4 mi |
Features on the USGS Center Sandwich Quadrangle
The Center Sandwich 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 8 catalogued natural features alongside Meadow Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heath Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.8 mi |
| Bragg Ledge | Benches | Carroll County, NH | 2.2 mi |
| Tilton Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 3.1 mi |
| Whiteface River | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 3.2 mi |
| Pond Brook | Streams | Grafton County, NH | 3.7 mi |
| Maple Ridge | Ridges | Carroll County, NH | 4 mi |
| Cold River | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 6 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SW out of Bethel for 49.3 miles (southwest) and you reach Meadow Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 85 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (43.821°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 49.3 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Meadow Brook track the nearby Atwood Brook stream (0.4 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Meadow Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atwood Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 0.4 mi |
| Cold River | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.1 mi |
| Miles Pond | Lakes | Carroll County, NH | 1.2 mi |
| Taylor Pond | Lakes | Carroll County, NH | 1.3 mi |
| Beaver Pond | Lakes | Carroll County, NH | 1.3 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Meadow Brook located?
Meadow Brook is in Carroll County, New Hampshire, approximately 49.3 miles southwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Center Sandwich topographic quadrangle.
How far is Meadow Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 85 minutes, 49.3 miles southwest (bearing SW) 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 872276 on the Center Sandwich 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 Carroll County, New Hampshire?
GNIS lists 151 other streams in Carroll County, New Hampshire.