Mill Stream — Streams 40.5 Miles ENE of Chapman Inn
Kennebec County, Maine · USGS Belgrade Lakes Quadrangle · GNIS 571355
Within Kennebec County, Maine, on the USGS Belgrade Lakes quadrangle, the stream known as Mill Stream sits 40.5 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Kennebec County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Mill Stream as a stream on the Belgrade Lakes topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/011), under Feature ID 571355. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Mill Stream sits at 44.52840° N, 69.98533° W (DMS 44°31′42″ N, 69°59′07″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.57056° N, 69.97639° W (DMS 44°34′14″ N, 69°58′35″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Kennebec County, Maine
Kennebec County, ME contains 43 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Mill Stream itself. The ones closest to Mill Stream:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stony Brook | Belgrade Lakes | 3.1 mi |
| Beaver Brook | Belgrade Lakes | 4.1 mi |
| Whittier Brook | Belgrade Lakes | 4.2 mi |
| Hopkins Stream | Fayette | 4.9 mi |
| Ingham Stream | Readfield | 5.5 mi |
| Moose Pond Stream | Readfield | 5.7 mi |
| Rome Trout Brook | Belgrade Lakes | 5.8 mi |
| Intervale Brook | Readfield | 5.9 mi |
| Robbins Mill Stream | Rome | 6.9 mi |
| Bog Brook | Belgrade | 7.9 mi |
Features on the USGS Belgrade Lakes Quadrangle
The Belgrade Lakes 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 45 catalogued natural features alongside Mill Stream. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Flying Pond | Reservoirs | Kennebec County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Mill Pond | Reservoirs | Kennebec County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| McGaffey Mountain | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| John Brown Mountain | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Eaton Mountain | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Davis Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Berry Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Doloff Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Round Top | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 2.6 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing ENE out of Bethel for 40.5 miles (east-northeast) and you reach Mill Stream; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 69 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.528°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 40.5 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Mill Stream track the nearby Big Island (0.3 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Mill Stream
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Flying Pond | Reservoirs | Kennebec County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Mill Pond | Reservoirs | Kennebec County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Black Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| McGaffey Mountain | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 1.3 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Mill Stream located?
Mill Stream is in Kennebec County, Maine, approximately 40.5 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Belgrade Lakes topographic quadrangle.
How far is Mill Stream from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 69 minutes, 40.5 miles east-northeast (bearing ENE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Mill Stream?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Mill Stream as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 571355 on the Belgrade Lakes quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Mill Stream?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in Kennebec County, Maine?
GNIS lists 42 other streams in Kennebec County, Maine.