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Mill Brook — Streams 40.8 Miles SE of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS Gray Quadrangle · GNIS 571294
Catalogued on the USGS Gray quadrangle in Cumberland County, Maine, Mill Brook — a stream — lies 40.8 miles southeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 571294, Mill 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
Mill Brook sits at 43.92035° N, 70.31922° W (DMS 43°55′13″ N, 70°19′09″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 43.91750° N, 70.36500° W (DMS 43°55′03″ N, 70°21′54″ 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 Mill Brook itself. The ones closest to Mill Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Eddy Brook | Gray | 0 mi |
| Libby Brook | Gray | 1.1 mi |
| Hatchery Brook | Gray | 1.3 mi |
| Cole Brook | Gray | 1.3 mi |
| Collyer Brook | Gray | 2.9 mi |
| Bear Brook | Gray | 3 mi |
| Stevens Brook | Gray | 3.2 mi |
| Wiggins Brook | Cumberland Center | 3.4 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Raymond | 3.8 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Gray | 3.8 mi |
Features on the USGS Gray Quadrangle
The Gray 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 25 catalogued natural features alongside Mill Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eddy Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0 mi |
| Libby Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Hatchery Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Cole Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Crystal Lake | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Libby Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Brandy Bog | Swamps | Cumberland County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Gloucester Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Pumpkin Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2.7 mi |
| Collyer Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 2.9 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 70-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Mill Brook — 40.8 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 (43.920°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 40.8 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Mill Brook track the nearby Eddy Brook stream (essentially adjacent) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Mill Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eddy Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0 mi |
| Libby Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Hatchery Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Cole Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Crystal Lake | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 2.1 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Mill Brook located?
Mill Brook is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 40.8 miles southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Gray topographic quadrangle.
How far is Mill Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 70 minutes, 40.8 miles southeast (bearing SE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Mill Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Mill Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 571294 on the Gray quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Mill 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.