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Sawyer Brook — Streams 22.9 Miles S of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS Pleasant Mountain Quadrangle · GNIS 574955
Within Cumberland County, Maine, on the USGS Pleasant Mountain quadrangle, the stream known as Sawyer Brook sits 22.9 miles south of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Cumberland County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Sawyer Brook as a stream on the Pleasant Mountain topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/005), under Feature ID 574955. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Sawyer Brook sits at 44.07701° N, 70.86118° W (DMS 44°04′37″ N, 70°51′40″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.05361° N, 70.83500° W (DMS 44°03′13″ N, 70°50′06″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Cumberland County, Maine
Cumberland County, ME contains 110 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Sawyer Brook itself. The ones closest to Sawyer Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dock Brook | Pleasant Mountain | 0.7 mi |
| Willett Brook | Bridgton | 7.9 mi |
| Jack Branch | Bridgton | 8.1 mi |
| Day Brook | Bridgton | 8.2 mi |
| Rodgers Brook | Bridgton | 8.4 mi |
| Smith Brook | Bridgton | 8.5 mi |
| Bear River | Bridgton | 9 mi |
| Stevens Brook | Bridgton | 9.1 mi |
| Carsley Brook | Bridgton | 10.1 mi |
| Woodsum Brook | Waterford Flat | 10.4 mi |
Features on the USGS Pleasant Mountain Quadrangle
The Pleasant Mountain 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 25 catalogued natural features alongside Sawyer Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elkins Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Dock Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Carter Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1 mi |
| Knight Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1 mi |
| Little Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Little Mountain | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Black Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Moose Pond | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Plummer Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Pickett Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 3.1 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing S out of Bethel for 22.9 miles (south) and you reach Sawyer Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 39 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.077°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 22.9 miles from the Inn, plan on a comfortable day trip with time for lunch on the road. Conditions at Sawyer Brook track the nearby Elkins Brook stream (0.2 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Sawyer Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elkins Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Dock Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Carter Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1 mi |
| Knight Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1 mi |
| Little Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.4 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Sawyer Brook located?
Sawyer Brook is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 22.9 miles south of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Pleasant Mountain topographic quadrangle.
How far is Sawyer Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 39 minutes, 22.9 miles south (bearing S) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Sawyer Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Sawyer Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 574955 on the Pleasant Mountain quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Sawyer Brook?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in Cumberland County, Maine?
GNIS lists 109 other streams in Cumberland County, Maine.