Tingley Brook — Streams 41.4 Miles E of Chapman Inn
Kennebec County, Maine · USGS Readfield Quadrangle · GNIS 577124
Within Kennebec County, Maine, on the USGS Readfield quadrangle, the stream known as Tingley Brook sits 41.4 miles east of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Kennebec County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Tingley Brook as a stream on the Readfield topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/011), under Feature ID 577124. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Tingley Brook sits at 44.38785° N, 69.95116° W (DMS 44°23′16″ N, 69°57′04″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.43056° N, 69.93750° W (DMS 44°25′50″ N, 69°56′15″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Kennebec County, Maine
Kennebec County, ME contains 43 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Tingley Brook itself. The ones closest to Tingley Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Beaver Brook | Winthrop | 2.6 mi |
| Bog Stream | Readfield | 3.8 mi |
| Intervale Brook | Readfield | 4 mi |
| Moose Pond Stream | Readfield | 4.3 mi |
| Gardner Brook | Wayne | 4.5 mi |
| Hoyt Brook | Belgrade | 4.7 mi |
| Jones Brook | Wayne | 4.7 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Readfield | 4.7 mi |
| Sanford Brook | Belgrade | 4.8 mi |
| Mears Brook | Winthrop | 5.2 mi |
Features on the USGS Readfield Quadrangle
The Readfield 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 17 catalogued natural features alongside Tingley Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grist Mill Pond | Reservoirs | Kennebec County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Torsey Lake | Reservoirs | Kennebec County, ME | 2.9 mi |
| Bog Stream | Streams | Kennebec County, ME | 3.8 mi |
| Intervale Brook | Streams | Kennebec County, ME | 4 mi |
| Moose Pond Stream | Streams | Kennebec County, ME | 4.3 mi |
| Desert Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 4.6 mi |
| Inghan Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 4.7 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Streams | Kennebec County, ME | 4.7 mi |
| Weston Meadow | Swamps | Kennebec County, ME | 5.6 mi |
| Bowen Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 5.7 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing E out of Bethel for 41.4 miles (east) and you reach Tingley Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 71 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.388°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 41.4 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Tingley Brook track the nearby Grist Mill Pond reservoir (1.2 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Tingley Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grist Mill Pond | Reservoirs | Kennebec County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Mill Pond | Reservoirs | Kennebec County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Brainard Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Beaver Brook | Streams | Kennebec County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Maranacook Lake | Reservoirs | Kennebec County, ME | 2.9 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Tingley Brook located?
Tingley Brook is in Kennebec County, Maine, approximately 41.4 miles east of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Readfield topographic quadrangle.
How far is Tingley Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 71 minutes, 41.4 miles east (bearing E) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Tingley Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Tingley Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 577124 on the Readfield quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Tingley Brook?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in Kennebec County, Maine?
GNIS lists 42 other streams in Kennebec County, Maine.