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Sabattus River — Streams 44.1 Miles SE of Chapman Inn
Androscoggin County, Maine · USGS Lisbon Falls North Quadrangle · GNIS 574631
Within Androscoggin County, Maine, on the USGS Lisbon Falls North quadrangle, the stream known as Sabattus River sits 44.1 miles southeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “river in the United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Androscoggin County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Sabattus River as a stream on the Lisbon Falls North topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/001), under Feature ID 574631. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Sabattus River sits at 44.01147° N, 70.08728° W (DMS 44°00′41″ N, 70°05′14″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.12222° N, 70.10833° W (DMS 44°07′20″ N, 70°06′30″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Androscoggin County, Maine
Androscoggin County, ME contains 62 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Sabattus River itself. The ones closest to Sabattus River:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Barker Brook | Lisbon Falls North | 1.4 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Lisbon Falls South | 2.2 mi |
| Little River | Lisbon Falls South | 2.2 mi |
| Dearing Brook | Lisbon Falls North | 2.5 mi |
| Dyer Brook | Lisbon Falls South | 2.6 mi |
| No Name Brook | Lisbon Falls North | 2.7 mi |
| Gerrish Brook | North Pownal | 2.9 mi |
| Pinkham Brook | Lisbon Falls South | 3.3 mi |
| Moody Brook | Lewiston | 3.6 mi |
| Fisher Stream | Lisbon Falls North | 3.7 mi |
Features on the USGS Lisbon Falls North Quadrangle
The Lisbon Falls North 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 23 catalogued natural features alongside Sabattus River. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sabattus River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Barker Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Sabattus River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Lisbon Ridge | Ridges | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Sabattus River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Whites Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 2 mi |
| Dearing Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.5 mi |
| No Name Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.7 mi |
| Little Gillespie Brook | Streams | Sagadahoc County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| Purington Brook | Streams | Sagadahoc County, ME | 3.7 mi |
Historical record
The Sabattus River is an 11.4-mile-long (18.3 km) tributary of the Androscoggin River in Maine. It rises at the outlet of Sabattus Pond in the town of Sabattus and flows south into the town of Lisbon, reaching the Androscoggin just southeast of Lisbon Center and about 1.5 miles (2.4 km) upstream (northwest) of Lisbon Falls. Via the Androscoggin River, water from the Sabattus River flows to the Kennebec River at Merrymeeting Bay and ultimately to the Atlantic Ocean. Open the Wikipedia article →
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SE out of Bethel for 44.1 miles (southeast) and you reach Sabattus River; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 76 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.011°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 44.1 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Sabattus River track the nearby Sabattus River Reservoir (0.6 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Sabattus River
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sabattus River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Barker Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Sabattus River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Lisbon Ridge | Ridges | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Sabattus River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.7 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Sabattus River located?
Sabattus River is in Androscoggin County, Maine, approximately 44.1 miles southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Lisbon Falls North topographic quadrangle.
How far is Sabattus River from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 76 minutes, 44.1 miles southeast (bearing SE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Sabattus River?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Sabattus River as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 574631 on the Lisbon Falls North quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Sabattus River?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in Androscoggin County, Maine?
GNIS lists 61 other streams in Androscoggin County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q7395964.