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Purington Brook — Streams 45.2 Miles ESE of Chapman Inn
Sagadahoc County, Maine · USGS Lisbon Falls North Quadrangle · GNIS 573902
Within Sagadahoc County, Maine, on the USGS Lisbon Falls North quadrangle, the stream known as Purington Brook sits 45.2 miles east-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “stream in Sagadahoc County, Maine, United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Sagadahoc County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Purington Brook as a stream on the Lisbon Falls North topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/023), under Feature ID 573902. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Purington Brook sits at 44.04341° N, 70.02783° W (DMS 44°02′36″ N, 70°01′40″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.08194° N, 70.02139° W (DMS 44°04′55″ N, 70°01′17″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Sagadahoc County, Maine
Sagadahoc County, ME contains 6 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Purington Brook itself. The ones closest to Purington Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Little Gillespie Brook | Lisbon Falls North | 1.5 mi |
| West Cathance Stream | Bowdoinham | 4 mi |
| East Cathance Stream | Bowdoinham | 4 mi |
| Dead River | Bowdoinham | 5.3 mi |
| Magotty Meadow Brook | Bowdoinham | 7.9 mi |
Features on the USGS Lisbon Falls North Quadrangle
The Lisbon Falls North 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 23 catalogued natural features alongside Purington Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fisher Stream | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 0 mi |
| Kettlebottom | Basins | Sagadahoc County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Little Gillespie Brook | Streams | Sagadahoc County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Dearing Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Lisbon Ridge | Ridges | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Sabattus River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Androscoggin County, ME | 3.5 mi |
| Barker Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 3.6 mi |
| Sabattus River | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 3.7 mi |
| Sutherland Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 3.8 mi |
| Sabattus River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Androscoggin County, ME | 3.8 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing ESE out of Bethel for 45.2 miles (east-southeast) and you reach Purington Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 77 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.043°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 45.2 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Purington Brook track the nearby Fisher Stream (essentially adjacent) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Purington Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fisher Stream | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 0 mi |
| Kettlebottom | Basins | Sagadahoc County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Little Gillespie Brook | Streams | Sagadahoc County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Dearing Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Lisbon Ridge | Ridges | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.1 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Purington Brook located?
Purington Brook is in Sagadahoc County, Maine, approximately 45.2 miles east-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Lisbon Falls North topographic quadrangle.
How far is Purington Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 77 minutes, 45.2 miles east-southeast (bearing ESE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Purington Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Purington Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 573902 on the Lisbon Falls North quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Purington Brook?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in Sagadahoc County, Maine?
GNIS lists 5 other streams in Sagadahoc County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q35315166.