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Thomas Brook — Streams 20.6 Miles ENE of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Worthley Pond Quadrangle · GNIS 576982
Catalogued on the USGS Worthley Pond quadrangle in Oxford County, Maine, Thomas Brook — a stream — lies 20.6 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 576982, Thomas Brook is recorded as a stream on the USGS Worthley Pond quadrangle in Oxford County, Maine (FIPS 23/017). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Thomas Brook sits at 44.47479° N, 70.38367° W (DMS 44°28′29″ N, 70°23′01″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.46618° N, 70.36812° W (DMS 44°27′58″ N, 70°22′05″ 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 Thomas Brook itself. The ones closest to Thomas Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Worthley Brook | Canton | 1.3 mi |
| Lower Stony Brook | Dixfield | 2.1 mi |
| Upper Stony Brook | Dixfield | 2.4 mi |
| Newton Brook | Dixfield | 2.6 mi |
| Ludden Brook | Canton | 2.7 mi |
| Beaver Pond Brook | Dixfield | 2.8 mi |
| Fletcher Brook | East Dixfield | 3 mi |
| Childs Brook | Canton | 4 mi |
| Bog Brook | Canton | 4.1 mi |
| Whitney Brook | Canton | 4.3 mi |
Features on the USGS Worthley Pond Quadrangle
The Worthley Pond 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 20 catalogued natural features alongside Thomas Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Worthley Pond | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Poland Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Browns Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| The Pinnacle | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Thompson Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Knights Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| The Saddleback | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.9 mi |
| Tumbledown Dick Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 3 mi |
| Mud Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 3.2 mi |
| Ragged Jack Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 3.7 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 35-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Thomas Brook — 20.6 miles east-northeast as the crow flies, on compass bearing ENE.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.475°), 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 Thomas Brook track the nearby Worthley Pond reservoir (1.1 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Thomas Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Worthley Pond | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Allen Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Worthley Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Trask Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Poland Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.7 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Thomas Brook located?
Thomas Brook is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 20.6 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Worthley Pond topographic quadrangle.
How far is Thomas Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 35 minutes, 20.6 miles east-northeast (bearing ENE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Thomas Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Thomas Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 576982 on the Worthley Pond quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Thomas 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.