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Pennesseewassee Stream — Streams 19.0 Miles SE of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Norway Quadrangle · GNIS 1994506
Catalogued on the USGS Norway quadrangle in Oxford County, Maine, Pennesseewassee Stream — a stream — lies 19.0 miles southeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 1994506, Pennesseewassee Stream is recorded as a stream on the USGS Norway quadrangle in Oxford County, Maine (FIPS 23/017). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/10/2003.
Coordinates & physical setting
Pennesseewassee Stream sits at 44.20340° N, 70.52812° W (DMS 44°12′12″ N, 70°31′41″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.21333° N, 70.54667° W (DMS 44°12′48″ N, 70°32′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 Pennesseewassee Stream itself. The ones closest to Pennesseewassee Stream:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bird Brook | Norway | 0.7 mi |
| Stony Brook | Norway | 1.7 mi |
| Twitchell Brook | Oxford | 2 mi |
| Bogg Brook | Norway | 2 mi |
| Webber Brook | Norway | 2.8 mi |
| Town Farm Brook | Norway | 3.1 mi |
| Lombard Brook | Norway | 3.4 mi |
| Sargent Brook | Norway | 3.4 mi |
| Noble Brook | Oxford | 4.3 mi |
| Willow Brook | Oxford | 4.4 mi |
Features on the USGS Norway Quadrangle
The Norway 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 32 catalogued natural features alongside Pennesseewassee Stream. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steep Falls | Waterfalls | Oxford County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Bird Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Pike Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Lovejoy Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Little Androscoggin River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Stony Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Horse Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2 mi |
| Bogg Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2 mi |
| Witt Swamp | Swamps | Oxford County, ME | 2.5 mi |
| The Nubble | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.8 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 33-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Pennesseewassee Stream — 19.0 miles southeast as the crow flies, on compass bearing SE.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.203°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 19.0 miles from the Inn, plan on a comfortable day trip with time for lunch on the road. Conditions at Pennesseewassee Stream track the nearby Steep Falls waterfall (0.3 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Pennesseewassee Stream
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steep Falls | Waterfalls | Oxford County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Bird Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Pike Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Lovejoy Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Little Androscoggin River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Pennesseewassee Stream located?
Pennesseewassee Stream is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 19.0 miles southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Norway topographic quadrangle.
How far is Pennesseewassee Stream from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 33 minutes, 19.0 miles southeast (bearing SE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Pennesseewassee Stream?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Pennesseewassee Stream as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 1994506 on the Norway quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Pennesseewassee Stream?
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.