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Russell Brook — Streams 19.3 Miles E of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Worthley Pond Quadrangle · GNIS 574604
Within Oxford County, Maine, on the USGS Worthley Pond quadrangle, the stream known as Russell Brook sits 19.3 miles east of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “stream in Oxford County, Maine, United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Oxford County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Russell Brook as a stream on the Worthley Pond topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/017), under Feature ID 574604. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Russell Brook sits at 44.40312° N, 70.39895° W (DMS 44°24′11″ N, 70°23′56″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.42778° N, 70.40444° W (DMS 44°25′40″ N, 70°24′16″ 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 Russell Brook itself. The ones closest to Russell Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bog Brook | Worthley Pond | 0.4 mi |
| Russell Brook | Worthley Pond | 3.2 mi |
| Bunganock Brook | Buckfield | 3.5 mi |
| Sparrow Brook | Canton | 3.7 mi |
| Thompson Brook | Canton | 4.1 mi |
| Thomas Brook | Worthley Pond | 5 mi |
| Childs Brook | Canton | 5.1 mi |
| Bog Brook | Canton | 5.3 mi |
| Mitchell Brook | Buckfield | 6.1 mi |
| Worthley Brook | Canton | 6.2 mi |
Features on the USGS Worthley Pond Quadrangle
The Worthley Pond 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 20 catalogued natural features alongside Russell Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bog Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Fields Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Ragged Jack Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Little Labrador Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| The Saddleback | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Thompson Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Browns Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| Allen Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 3.2 mi |
| Russell Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 3.2 mi |
| Mud Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 3.5 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing E out of Bethel for 19.3 miles (east) and you reach Russell Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 33 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.403°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 19.3 miles from the Inn, plan on a comfortable day trip with time for lunch on the road. Conditions at Russell Brook track the nearby Bog Brook stream (0.4 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Russell Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bog Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Fields Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Ragged Jack Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Little Labrador Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| The Saddleback | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.1 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Russell Brook located?
Russell Brook is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 19.3 miles east of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Worthley Pond topographic quadrangle.
How far is Russell Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 33 minutes, 19.3 miles east (bearing E) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Russell Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Russell Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 574604 on the Worthley Pond quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Russell 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.
Wikidata: Q35317359.