Meadow Brook — Streams 46.3 Miles ENE of Chapman Inn
Somerset County, Maine · USGS Madison West Quadrangle · GNIS 579034
Catalogued on the USGS Madison West quadrangle in Somerset County, Maine, Meadow Brook — a stream — lies 46.3 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 579034, Meadow Brook is recorded as a stream on the USGS Madison West quadrangle in Somerset County, Maine (FIPS 23/025). Catalogued in GNIS since 02/01/1990.
Coordinates & physical setting
Meadow Brook sits at 44.75478° N, 69.98701° W (DMS 44°45′17″ N, 69°59′13″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.74950° N, 70.01840° W (DMS 44°44′58″ N, 70°01′06″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Somerset County, Maine
Somerset County, ME contains 19 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Meadow Brook itself. The ones closest to Meadow Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Falls Brook | Madison West | 0.7 mi |
| Hilton Brook | Madison West | 3.5 mi |
| Josiah Brook | Mercer | 4.1 mi |
| Lemon Stream | Mercer | 4.4 mi |
| Bog Stream | Mercer | 4.7 mi |
| Indian Stream | Mercer | 5.1 mi |
| Greenwood Brook | New Vineyard | 6.7 mi |
| Witham Brook | Mercer | 6.7 mi |
| Greenwood Stream | New Vineyard | 6.7 mi |
| Hilton Brook | Mercer | 8.1 mi |
Features on the USGS Madison West Quadrangle
The Madison West 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 11 catalogued natural features alongside Meadow Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Falls Brook | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Mount Hunger | Summits | Somerset County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Sterry Hill | Summits | Somerset County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Mayhew Bog | Swamps | Somerset County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Cold Pond | Lakes | Somerset County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Pease Hill | Summits | Somerset County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| Nevens Pond | Lakes | Somerset County, ME | 3.4 mi |
| Hilton Brook | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 3.5 mi |
| Barton Hill | Summits | Somerset County, ME | 4.5 mi |
| Holland Waite Hill | Summits | Somerset County, ME | 5.4 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 79-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Meadow Brook — 46.3 miles east-northeast as the crow flies, on compass bearing ENE.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.755°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 46.3 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Meadow Brook track the nearby Falls Brook stream (0.7 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Meadow Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Falls Brook | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Mount Hunger | Summits | Somerset County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Sterry Hill | Summits | Somerset County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Mitchell Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Mayhew Bog | Swamps | Somerset County, ME | 1.8 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Meadow Brook located?
Meadow Brook is in Somerset County, Maine, approximately 46.3 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Madison West topographic quadrangle.
How far is Meadow Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 79 minutes, 46.3 miles east-northeast (bearing ENE) 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 579034 on the Madison West 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 Somerset County, Maine?
GNIS lists 18 other streams in Somerset County, Maine.