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Stony Brook — Streams 18.7 Miles SE of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Norway Quadrangle · GNIS 576404
Within Oxford County, Maine, on the USGS Norway quadrangle, the stream known as Stony Brook sits 18.7 miles southeast 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 Stony Brook as a stream on the Norway topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/017), under Feature ID 576404. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Stony Brook sits at 44.22368° N, 70.50839° W (DMS 44°13′25″ N, 70°30′30″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.23063° N, 70.42145° W (DMS 44°13′50″ N, 70°25′17″ 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 Stony Brook itself. The ones closest to Stony Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Twitchell Brook | Oxford | 0.5 mi |
| Pennesseewassee Stream | Norway | 1.7 mi |
| Bird Brook | Norway | 1.7 mi |
| Bogg Brook | Norway | 2.6 mi |
| Cole Brook | West Paris | 3.4 mi |
| Moody Brook | West Paris | 3.5 mi |
| Noble Brook | Oxford | 3.7 mi |
| Webber Brook | Norway | 4.1 mi |
| Town Farm Brook | Norway | 4.4 mi |
| Lombard Brook | Norway | 5.1 mi |
Features on the USGS Norway Quadrangle
The Norway 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 32 catalogued natural features alongside Stony Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Androscoggin River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 0.1 mi |
| Steep Falls | Waterfalls | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Pennesseewassee Stream | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Bird Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Elm Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Lovejoy Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Pike Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| The Nubble | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Bogg Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Witt Swamp | Swamps | Oxford County, ME | 2.8 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SE out of Bethel for 18.7 miles (southeast) and you reach Stony Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 32 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.224°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 18.7 miles from the Inn, plan on a comfortable day trip with time for lunch on the road. Conditions at Stony Brook track the nearby Little Androscoggin River Reservoir (essentially adjacent) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Stony Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Androscoggin River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 0.1 mi |
| Twitchell Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Brett Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Steep Falls | Waterfalls | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Pennesseewassee Stream | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.7 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Stony Brook located?
Stony Brook is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 18.7 miles southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Norway topographic quadrangle.
How far is Stony Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 32 minutes, 18.7 miles southeast (bearing SE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Stony Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Stony Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 576404 on the Norway quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Stony 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: Q35399762.