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Woodsum Brook — Streams 20.1 Miles SSE of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS Waterford Flat Quadrangle · GNIS 578693
Within Cumberland County, Maine, on the USGS Waterford Flat quadrangle, the stream known as Woodsum Brook sits 20.1 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “river in the United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Cumberland County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Woodsum Brook as a stream on the Waterford Flat topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/005), under Feature ID 578693. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Woodsum Brook sits at 44.12813° N, 70.66367° W (DMS 44°07′41″ N, 70°39′49″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.12313° N, 70.62395° W (DMS 44°07′23″ N, 70°37′26″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Cumberland County, Maine
Cumberland County, ME contains 110 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Woodsum Brook itself. The ones closest to Woodsum Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bear River | Bridgton | 1.6 mi |
| Smith Brook | Bridgton | 2.4 mi |
| Rodgers Brook | Bridgton | 3.2 mi |
| Russell Brook | Casco | 3.9 mi |
| Carsley Brook | Bridgton | 3.9 mi |
| Stevens Brook | Bridgton | 5.2 mi |
| Willett Brook | Bridgton | 5.7 mi |
| Thomes Brook | Bridgton | 6.9 mi |
| Cold Brook | Casco | 8.7 mi |
| Jack Branch | Bridgton | 8.9 mi |
Features on the USGS Waterford Flat Quadrangle
The Waterford Flat 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 47 catalogued natural features alongside Woodsum Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farnsworth Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Deer Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Hawk Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Bog Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Temple Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Island Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Kimball Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| Cabbage Yard Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 2.9 mi |
| Hedgehog Ledge | Cliffs | Oxford County, ME | 2.9 mi |
| Bear Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.9 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SSE out of Bethel for 20.1 miles (south-southeast) and you reach Woodsum Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 34 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.128°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 20.1 miles from the Inn, plan on a comfortable day trip with time for lunch on the road. Conditions at Woodsum Brook track the nearby Crystal Lake reservoir (0.5 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Woodsum Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal Lake | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Farnsworth Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Hobbs Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Whitney Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Deer Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Woodsum Brook located?
Woodsum Brook is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 20.1 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Waterford Flat topographic quadrangle.
How far is Woodsum Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 34 minutes, 20.1 miles south-southeast (bearing SSE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Woodsum Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Woodsum Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 578693 on the Waterford Flat quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Woodsum Brook?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in Cumberland County, Maine?
GNIS lists 109 other streams in Cumberland County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q34935908.