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Potash Brook — Streams 26.8 Miles ENE of Chapman Inn
Franklin County, Maine · USGS East Dixfield Quadrangle · GNIS 573707
Within Franklin County, Maine, on the USGS East Dixfield quadrangle, the stream known as Potash Brook sits 26.8 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “stream in Franklin County, Maine, United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Franklin County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Potash Brook as a stream on the East Dixfield topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/007), under Feature ID 573707. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Potash Brook sits at 44.57117° N, 70.29840° W (DMS 44°34′16″ N, 70°17′54″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.58611° N, 70.32056° W (DMS 44°35′10″ N, 70°19′14″ 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 Potash Brook itself. The ones closest to Potash Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Butterfield Brook | East Dixfield | 0.2 mi |
| Tucker Valley Brook | East Dixfield | 0.8 mi |
| Allen Brook | East Dixfield | 1.2 mi |
| Cram Brook | East Dixfield | 2.2 mi |
| Bates Brook | East Dixfield | 2.8 mi |
| Wilson Stream | East Dixfield | 3.2 mi |
| Jolly Brook | East Dixfield | 3.4 mi |
| Pine Brook | East Dixfield | 3.5 mi |
| Dakin Brook | Mount Blue | 4.2 mi |
| Temple Brook | Mount Blue | 4.3 mi |
Features on the USGS East Dixfield Quadrangle
The East Dixfield 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 30 catalogued natural features alongside Potash Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Butterfield Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Hugh Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Tucker Valley Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Allen Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Walker Hill | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Butterfield Hill | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Severy Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Nebo Mountain | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Cram Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Science Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.3 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing ENE out of Bethel for 26.8 miles (east-northeast) and you reach Potash Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 46 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 44.571°), first snows typically arrive by mid-October and linger into early May — narrow the window accordingly. At 26.8 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Potash Brook track the nearby Butterfield Brook stream (0.2 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Potash Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Butterfield Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Hugh Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Tucker Valley Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Allen Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Walker Hill | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 1.6 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Potash Brook located?
Potash Brook is in Franklin County, Maine, approximately 26.8 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS East Dixfield topographic quadrangle.
How far is Potash Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 46 minutes, 26.8 miles east-northeast (bearing ENE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Potash Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Potash Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 573707 on the East Dixfield quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Potash 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.
Wikidata: Q35270517.