Pattee Brook — Streams 48.2 Miles ENE of Chapman Inn
Somerset County, Maine · USGS Norridgewock Quadrangle · GNIS 573058
Catalogued on the USGS Norridgewock quadrangle in Somerset County, Maine, Pattee Brook — a stream — lies 48.2 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 573058, Pattee Brook is recorded as a stream on the USGS Norridgewock quadrangle in Somerset County, Maine (FIPS 23/025). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Pattee Brook sits at 44.63617° N, 69.86672° W (DMS 44°38′10″ N, 69°52′00″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.65923° N, 69.89839° W (DMS 44°39′33″ N, 69°53′54″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Somerset County, Maine
Somerset County, ME contains 19 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Pattee Brook itself. The ones closest to Pattee Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bog Stream | Norridgewock | 0.5 mi |
| Leech Brook | Norridgewock | 1.1 mi |
| The Serpentine | Norridgewock | 1.8 mi |
| Hilton Brook | Mercer | 3 mi |
| Witham Brook | Mercer | 4.2 mi |
| Indian Stream | Mercer | 5.4 mi |
| Bog Stream | Mercer | 5.5 mi |
| Lemon Stream | Mercer | 5.8 mi |
| Josiah Brook | Mercer | 6.3 mi |
| Hilton Brook | Madison West | 9.2 mi |
Features on the USGS Norridgewock Quadrangle
The Norridgewock 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 9 catalogued natural features alongside Pattee Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pomleau Island | Islands | Somerset County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Birch Point | Capes | Somerset County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Bog Stream | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Leech Brook | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| North Pond | Lakes | Somerset County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Mount Bett | Summits | Somerset County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| The Serpentine | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Oak Hill | Summits | Somerset County, ME | 2.2 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 83-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Pattee Brook — 48.2 miles east-northeast as the crow flies, on compass bearing ENE.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.636°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 48.2 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Pattee Brook track the nearby Pomleau Island (0.4 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Pattee Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pomleau Island | Islands | Somerset County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Birch Point | Capes | Somerset County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Bog Stream | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Leech Brook | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| North Pond | Lakes | Somerset County, ME | 1.4 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Pattee Brook located?
Pattee Brook is in Somerset County, Maine, approximately 48.2 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Norridgewock topographic quadrangle.
How far is Pattee Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 83 minutes, 48.2 miles east-northeast (bearing ENE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Pattee Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Pattee Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 573058 on the Norridgewock quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Pattee Brook?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in Somerset County, Maine?
GNIS lists 18 other streams in Somerset County, Maine.