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West Branch Tenmile River — Streams 37.2 Miles S of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Brownfield Quadrangle · GNIS 578097
37.2 miles south of Chapman Inn, on the USGS Brownfield topographic quadrangle, West Branch Tenmile River is a stream recorded in Oxford County, Maine by the federal Geographic Names Information System.
Wikidata short description: “river in the United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
The USGS Brownfield 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle places West Branch Tenmile River in Oxford County, Maine (FIPS 23/017), classified as a stream in the federal GNIS (Feature ID 578097). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
West Branch Tenmile River sits at 43.87507° N, 70.92757° W (DMS 43°52′30″ N, 70°55′39″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 43.88667° N, 70.94972° W (DMS 43°53′12″ N, 70°56′59″ 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 West Branch Tenmile River itself. The ones closest to West Branch Tenmile River:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Thurston Brook | Kezar Falls | 3.1 mi |
| Quint Brook | Brownfield | 3.6 mi |
| Durgin Brook | Brownfield | 3.9 mi |
| Billy Brook | Brownfield | 4.3 mi |
| Ridlon Brook | Kezar Falls | 5 mi |
| Tenmile River | Hiram | 5.6 mi |
| Burnt Meadow Brook | Brownfield | 5.8 mi |
| Mill Brook | Kezar Falls | 5.9 mi |
| Dragon Meadow Brook | Hiram | 5.9 mi |
| Hancock Brook | Hiram | 6.2 mi |
Features on the USGS Brownfield Quadrangle
The Brownfield 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 31 catalogued natural features alongside West Branch Tenmile River. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pine Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Sugarloaf | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Dyer Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Clemons Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Stone Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Burnt Meadow Mountains | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Whales Back | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 3.2 mi |
| Linscott Brook | Streams | Oxford County, NH | 3.4 mi |
| Quint Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 3.6 mi |
| Cole Brook | Streams | Oxford County, NH | 3.8 mi |
Historical record
The West Branch Tenmile River is a 5.0-mile-long (8.0 km) tributary of the Tenmile River in western Maine. It is part of the Saco River watershed, flowing to the Atlantic Ocean. More on Wikipedia →
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Chapman Inn sits 37.2 miles south (bearing S) of West Branch Tenmile River. At moderate back-road speeds the drive runs about 64 minutes — comfortably inside a half-day outing window after breakfast.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (43.875°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 37.2 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at West Branch Tenmile River track the nearby Pine Hill summit (0.5 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to West Branch Tenmile River
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pine Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Rattlesnake Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Devils Den | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Sugarloaf | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Stacy Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is West Branch Tenmile River located?
West Branch Tenmile River is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 37.2 miles south of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Brownfield topographic quadrangle.
How far is West Branch Tenmile River from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 64 minutes, 37.2 miles south (bearing S) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is West Branch Tenmile River?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies West Branch Tenmile River as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 578097 on the Brownfield quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit West Branch Tenmile River?
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: Q7984555.