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Sargent Brook — Streams 20.6 Miles SE of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Norway Quadrangle · GNIS 574916
Within Oxford County, Maine, on the USGS Norway quadrangle, the stream known as Sargent Brook sits 20.6 miles southeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Oxford County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Sargent Brook as a stream on the Norway topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/017), under Feature ID 574916. Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 02/17/2012.
Coordinates & physical setting
Sargent Brook sits at 44.15758° N, 70.55497° W (DMS 44°09′27″ N, 70°33′18″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.13923° N, 70.56355° W (DMS 44°08′21″ N, 70°33′49″ 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 Sargent Brook itself. The ones closest to Sargent Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lombard Brook | Norway | 0.3 mi |
| Webber Brook | Norway | 2.1 mi |
| Town Farm Brook | Norway | 2.3 mi |
| Pennesseewassee Stream | Norway | 3.4 mi |
| Jackson Brook | Casco | 3.7 mi |
| Bird Brook | Norway | 3.8 mi |
| Willow Brook | Oxford | 4.2 mi |
| Bogg Brook | Norway | 4.4 mi |
| Knights Brook | Casco | 4.7 mi |
| Sucker Brook | Casco | 4.9 mi |
Features on the USGS Norway Quadrangle
The Norway 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 32 catalogued natural features alongside Sargent Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lombard Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Brett Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Horse Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Andrews Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Little Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Moose Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Webber Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Bearce Bog | Swamps | Oxford County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Town Farm Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Allen Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.6 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SE out of Bethel for 20.6 miles (southeast) and you reach Sargent Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 35 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.158°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 20.6 miles from the Inn, plan on a comfortable day trip with time for lunch on the road. Conditions at Sargent Brook track the nearby Lombard Brook stream (0.3 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Sargent Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lombard Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Brett Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Horse Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Andrews Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Little Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Sargent Brook located?
Sargent Brook is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 20.6 miles southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Norway topographic quadrangle.
How far is Sargent Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 35 minutes, 20.6 miles southeast (bearing SE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Sargent Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Sargent Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 574916 on the Norway quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Sargent 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.