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Muddy Brook — Streams 40.9 Miles ENE of Chapman Inn
Franklin County, Maine · USGS New Sharon Quadrangle · GNIS 571958
Within Franklin County, Maine, on the USGS New Sharon quadrangle, the stream known as Muddy Brook sits 40.9 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Franklin County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Muddy Brook as a stream on the New Sharon topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/007), under Feature ID 571958. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Muddy Brook sits at 44.64506° N, 70.02950° W (DMS 44°38′42″ N, 70°01′46″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.71472° N, 70.08139° W (DMS 44°42′53″ N, 70°04′53″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Franklin County, Maine
Franklin County, ME contains 134 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Muddy Brook itself. The ones closest to Muddy Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bragdon Brook | New Sharon | 0.8 mi |
| McGurdy Stream | Farmington Falls | 2.1 mi |
| Fillibrown Brook | Mercer | 2.8 mi |
| Wilson Stream | Farmington Falls | 2.9 mi |
| Beales Brook | New Sharon | 3.3 mi |
| Goodrich Brook | New Sharon | 3.4 mi |
| Whittier Brook | Farmington Falls | 3.5 mi |
| Little Norridgewock Stream | Farmington Falls | 4.3 mi |
| Cascade Brook | Farmington | 4.8 mi |
| Temple Stream | Farmington | 5.8 mi |
Features on the USGS New Sharon Quadrangle
The New Sharon 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 9 catalogued natural features alongside Muddy Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bragdon Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Beales Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 3.3 mi |
| Goodrich Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 3.4 mi |
| Perham Hill | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 4.4 mi |
| Bannock Mountain | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 6.2 mi |
| Clearwater Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 6.5 mi |
| Mosher Hill | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 6.8 mi |
| Mosher Pond | Reservoirs | Franklin County, ME | 8 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing ENE out of Bethel for 40.9 miles (east-northeast) and you reach Muddy Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 70 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. Being this far north (lat 44.645°), first snows typically arrive by mid-October and linger into early May — narrow the window accordingly. At 40.9 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Muddy Brook track the nearby Bragdon Brook stream (0.8 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Muddy Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bragdon Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Cape Cod Hill | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| McGurdy Stream | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Fillibrown Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| Wilson Stream | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 2.9 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Muddy Brook located?
Muddy Brook is in Franklin County, Maine, approximately 40.9 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS New Sharon topographic quadrangle.
How far is Muddy Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 70 minutes, 40.9 miles east-northeast (bearing ENE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Muddy Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Muddy Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 571958 on the New Sharon quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Muddy Brook?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in Franklin County, Maine?
GNIS lists 133 other streams in Franklin County, Maine.