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Otter Brook — Streams 6.6 Miles NE of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Bryant Pond Quadrangle · GNIS 572800
Catalogued on the USGS Bryant Pond quadrangle in Oxford County, Maine, Otter Brook — a stream — lies 6.6 miles northeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 572800, Otter Brook is recorded as a stream on the USGS Bryant Pond quadrangle in Oxford County, Maine (FIPS 23/017). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Otter Brook sits at 44.47784° N, 70.70424° W (DMS 44°28′40″ N, 70°42′15″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.42833° N, 70.71333° W (DMS 44°25′42″ N, 70°42′48″ 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 Otter Brook itself. The ones closest to Otter Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pond Stream | Bryant Pond | 1.3 mi |
| Meadow Brook | East Andover | 2.3 mi |
| Barkers Brook | Bryant Pond | 3.1 mi |
| Concord River | Bryant Pond | 3.1 mi |
| Meadow Brook | East Andover | 3.9 mi |
| Stony Brook | Bethel | 3.9 mi |
| Bear River | Bethel | 4 mi |
| Billings Hill Brook | Bryant Pond | 4.4 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Bryant Pond | 4.4 mi |
| Split Brook | Rumford | 4.8 mi |
Features on the USGS Bryant Pond Quadrangle
The Bryant Pond 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 29 catalogued natural features alongside Otter Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pond Stream | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Howard Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Pebley Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Wilbur Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Barkers High Ledge | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Chandler Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| Kimball Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 3 mi |
| Barkers Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 3.1 mi |
| Concord River | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 3.1 mi |
| Birds Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 3.4 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 11-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Otter Brook — 6.6 miles northeast as the crow flies, on compass bearing NE.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.478°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. The 6.6-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 Otter Brook track the nearby Pond Stream (1.3 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Otter Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pond Stream | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Howard Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Pebley Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Howard Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Wilbur Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.2 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Otter Brook located?
Otter Brook is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 6.6 miles northeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Bryant Pond topographic quadrangle.
How far is Otter Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 11 minutes, 6.6 miles northeast (bearing NE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Otter Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Otter Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 572800 on the Bryant Pond quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Otter 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.