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Town Farm Brook — Streams 21.9 Miles SE of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Norway Quadrangle · GNIS 577226
Within Oxford County, Maine, on the USGS Norway quadrangle, the stream known as Town Farm Brook sits 21.9 miles southeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Oxford County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Town Farm Brook as a stream on the Norway topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/017), under Feature ID 577226. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Town Farm Brook sits at 44.16007° N, 70.50867° W (DMS 44°09′36″ N, 70°30′31″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.19007° N, 70.49339° W (DMS 44°11′24″ N, 70°29′36″ 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 Town Farm Brook itself. The ones closest to Town Farm Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Webber Brook | Norway | 0.4 mi |
| Willow Brook | Oxford | 1.9 mi |
| Sargent Brook | Norway | 2.3 mi |
| Lombard Brook | Norway | 2.5 mi |
| Pennesseewassee Stream | Norway | 3.1 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Oxford | 3.2 mi |
| Minister Brook | Oxford | 3.7 mi |
| Bird Brook | Norway | 3.8 mi |
| Jackson Brook | Casco | 4.3 mi |
| Twitchell Brook | Oxford | 4.4 mi |
Features on the USGS Norway Quadrangle
The Norway 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 32 catalogued natural features alongside Town Farm Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Webber Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Allen Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Lovejoy Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Sargent Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Horse Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Lombard Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.5 mi |
| Pennesseewassee Stream | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 3.1 mi |
| Brett Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 3.2 mi |
| Steep Falls | Waterfalls | Oxford County, ME | 3.4 mi |
| Moose Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 3.6 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SE out of Bethel for 21.9 miles (southeast) and you reach Town Farm Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 37 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.160°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 21.9 miles from the Inn, plan on a comfortable day trip with time for lunch on the road. Conditions at Town Farm Brook track the nearby Webber Brook stream (0.4 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Town Farm Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Webber Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Allen Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Lovejoy Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Willow Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Whitney Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Town Farm Brook located?
Town Farm Brook is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 21.9 miles southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Norway topographic quadrangle.
How far is Town Farm Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 37 minutes, 21.9 miles southeast (bearing SE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Town Farm Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Town Farm Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 577226 on the Norway quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Town Farm 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.