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Mill Brook — Streams 0.9 Miles NW of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Bethel Quadrangle · GNIS 581132
Within Oxford County, Maine, on the USGS Bethel quadrangle, the stream known as Mill Brook sits 0.9 miles northwest of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Oxford County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Mill Brook as a stream on the Bethel topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/017), under Feature ID 581132. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Mill Brook sits at 44.41451° N, 70.79979° W (DMS 44°24′52″ N, 70°47′59″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.32090° N, 70.73701° W (DMS 44°19′15″ N, 70°44′13″ 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 Mill Brook itself. The ones closest to Mill Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Alder River | Bethel | 0.7 mi |
| Kendall Brook | Bethel | 1 mi |
| Twitchell Brook | Bethel | 1.2 mi |
| Chapman Brook | Bethel | 1.7 mi |
| Lanes Brook | Bethel | 2.2 mi |
| Chandler Brook | Bethel | 2.4 mi |
| Sunday River | Bethel | 2.8 mi |
| Barkers Brook | Bethel | 3.6 mi |
| Pleasant River | Gilead | 3.9 mi |
| East Branch Pleasant River | East Stoneham | 4 mi |
Features on the USGS Bethel Quadrangle
The Bethel 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 24 catalogued natural features alongside Mill Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bond Island | Islands | Oxford County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Hastings Island | Islands | Oxford County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Alder River | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Pine Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Kendall Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1 mi |
| Twitchell Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Robinson Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Chapman Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Lanes Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Paradise Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.2 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing NW out of Bethel for 0.9 miles (northwest) and you reach Mill Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 1 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.415°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. The 0.9-mile drive from Chapman Inn makes it practical for a half-day outing — you can check conditions in the morning and still turn back if the weather closes in. Conditions at Mill Brook track the nearby Bond Island (0.4 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Mill Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bond Island | Islands | Oxford County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Hastings Island | Islands | Oxford County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Alder River | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Pine Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Kendall Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Mill Brook located?
Mill Brook is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 0.9 miles northwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Bethel topographic quadrangle.
How far is Mill Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 1 minutes, 0.9 miles northwest (bearing NW) 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 581132 on the Bethel 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 Oxford County, Maine?
GNIS lists 295 other streams in Oxford County, Maine.