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Middle Branch Bog Brook — Streams 26.2 Miles SE of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Oxford Quadrangle · GNIS 581460
26.2 miles southeast of Chapman Inn, on the USGS Oxford topographic quadrangle, Middle Branch Bog Brook is a stream recorded in Oxford County, Maine by the federal Geographic Names Information System.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
The USGS Oxford 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle places Middle Branch Bog Brook in Oxford County, Maine (FIPS 23/017), classified as a stream in the federal GNIS (Feature ID 581460). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Middle Branch Bog Brook sits at 44.16146° N, 70.38172° W (DMS 44°09′41″ N, 70°22′54″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.22667° N, 70.41000° W (DMS 44°13′36″ N, 70°24′36″ 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 Middle Branch Bog Brook itself. The ones closest to Middle Branch Bog Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| West Branch Bog Brook | Oxford | 0.9 mi |
| Dunham Brook | Oxford | 2.5 mi |
| Minister Brook | Oxford | 4 mi |
| Noble Brook | Oxford | 4 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Oxford | 4.1 mi |
| Bicknell Brook | Lake Auburn West | 4.3 mi |
| Willow Brook | Oxford | 4.5 mi |
| Allen Brook | Lake Auburn West | 5.1 mi |
| Cobb Brook | Oxford | 5.3 mi |
| Town Farm Brook | Norway | 6.3 mi |
Features on the USGS Oxford Quadrangle
The Oxford 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 34 catalogued natural features alongside Middle Branch Bog Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Branch Bog Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Hawkes Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Hawkes Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Gardner Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Marshall Pond | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 2 mi |
| Dunham Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.5 mi |
| Robinson Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.7 mi |
| Mount Hunger | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| Greenwood Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 3 mi |
| Jam Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 3 mi |
Historical record
The U.S. Board on Geographic Names recorded a Official (Board Decision) on January 1, 1908 for this name.
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Chapman Inn sits 26.2 miles southeast (bearing SE) of Middle Branch Bog Brook. At moderate back-road speeds the drive runs about 45 minutes — comfortably inside a half-day outing window after breakfast.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.161°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 26.2 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Middle Branch Bog Brook track the nearby West Branch Bog Brook stream (0.9 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Middle Branch Bog Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Branch Bog Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Hawkes Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Hawkes Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Mount Prospect | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Gardner Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.7 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Middle Branch Bog Brook located?
Middle Branch Bog Brook is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 26.2 miles southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Oxford topographic quadrangle.
How far is Middle Branch Bog Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 45 minutes, 26.2 miles southeast (bearing SE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Middle Branch Bog Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Middle Branch Bog Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 581460 on the Oxford quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Middle Branch Bog 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.