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Morse Brook — Streams 15.4 Miles SSE of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Waterford Flat Quadrangle · GNIS 1908092
Within Oxford County, Maine, on the USGS Waterford Flat quadrangle, the stream known as Morse Brook sits 15.4 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Oxford County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Morse Brook as a stream on the Waterford Flat topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/017), under Feature ID 1908092. Catalogued in GNIS since 05/07/2001.
Coordinates & physical setting
Morse Brook sits at 44.19451° N, 70.68673° W (DMS 44°11′40″ N, 70°41′12″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.20000° N, 70.69583° W (DMS 44°12′00″ N, 70°41′45″ 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 Morse Brook itself. The ones closest to Morse Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mills Brook | Waterford Flat | 1.4 mi |
| Kedar Brook | Waterford Flat | 1.6 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Waterford Flat | 1.7 mi |
| Kingman Brook | Waterford Flat | 1.8 mi |
| McIntire Brook | Waterford Flat | 2 mi |
| Hemlock Brook | Waterford Flat | 2.5 mi |
| Mutiny Brook | Waterford Flat | 3 mi |
| Mill Brook | Waterford Flat | 3.1 mi |
| Scoggins Brook | Waterford Flat | 3.3 mi |
| Swell Brook | Waterford Flat | 3.5 mi |
Features on the USGS Waterford Flat Quadrangle
The Waterford Flat 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 47 catalogued natural features alongside Morse Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| McWain Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| McWain Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Mills Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Keoka Lake | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Hemlock Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Town Farm Swamp | Swamps | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Kedar Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Kingman Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Coolidge Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SSE out of Bethel for 15.4 miles (south-southeast) and you reach Morse Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 26 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.195°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 15.4 miles from the Inn, plan on a comfortable day trip with time for lunch on the road. Conditions at Morse Brook track the nearby McWain Pond lake (0.6 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Morse Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| McWain Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| McWain Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Mills Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Keoka Lake | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Hemlock Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Morse Brook located?
Morse Brook is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 15.4 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Waterford Flat topographic quadrangle.
How far is Morse Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 26 minutes, 15.4 miles south-southeast (bearing SSE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Morse Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Morse Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 1908092 on the Waterford Flat quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Morse 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.