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Scotty Brook — Streams 15.9 Miles NE of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Rumford Quadrangle · GNIS 575059
Catalogued on the USGS Rumford quadrangle in Oxford County, Maine, Scotty Brook — a stream — lies 15.9 miles northeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 575059, Scotty Brook is recorded as a stream on the USGS Rumford quadrangle in Oxford County, Maine (FIPS 23/017). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Scotty Brook sits at 44.56784° N, 70.56007° W (DMS 44°34′04″ N, 70°33′36″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.56528° N, 70.62306° W (DMS 44°33′55″ N, 70°37′23″ 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 Scotty Brook itself. The ones closest to Scotty Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Swift River | Rumford | 1.2 mi |
| Bean Brook | Rumford | 1.9 mi |
| Goff Brook | Rumford | 2.1 mi |
| Walton Brook | Rumford | 2.6 mi |
| Logan Brook | Rumford | 2.8 mi |
| Edmunds Bog Brook | Rumford | 3.6 mi |
| Wyman Brook | Rumford | 3.7 mi |
| Zircon Brook | Rumford | 4.1 mi |
| Paddy Meadow Brook | Dixfield | 4.7 mi |
| Thurston Brook | Rumford | 4.8 mi |
Features on the USGS Rumford Quadrangle
The Rumford 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 28 catalogued natural features alongside Scotty Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swift River | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Swift River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Androscoggin River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Bean Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Androscoggin River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Thompson Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2 mi |
| Goff Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Rumford Falls | Waterfalls | Oxford County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Androscoggin River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Walton Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.6 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 27-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Scotty Brook — 15.9 miles northeast as the crow flies, on compass bearing NE.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.568°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 15.9 miles from the Inn, plan on a comfortable day trip with time for lunch on the road. Conditions at Scotty Brook track the nearby Swift River stream (1.2 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Scotty Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swift River | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Swift River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Androscoggin River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Bean Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Androscoggin River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 1.9 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Scotty Brook located?
Scotty Brook is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 15.9 miles northeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Rumford topographic quadrangle.
How far is Scotty Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 27 minutes, 15.9 miles northeast (bearing NE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Scotty Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Scotty Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 575059 on the Rumford quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Scotty 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.