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Yeaton Brook — Streams 26.9 Miles NE of Chapman Inn
Franklin County, Maine · USGS Weld Quadrangle · GNIS 578744
Within Franklin County, Maine, on the USGS Weld quadrangle, the stream known as Yeaton Brook sits 26.9 miles northeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “river in the United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Franklin County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Yeaton Brook as a stream on the Weld topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/007), under Feature ID 578744. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Yeaton Brook sits at 44.67950° N, 70.40284° W (DMS 44°40′46″ N, 70°24′10″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.65278° N, 70.37528° W (DMS 44°39′10″ N, 70°22′31″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Franklin County, Maine
Franklin County, ME contains 134 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Yeaton Brook itself. The ones closest to Yeaton Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Alder Brook | Mount Blue | 1.5 mi |
| Bowley Brook | Weld | 1.8 mi |
| Houghton Brook | Weld | 2 mi |
| Parlin Brook | Weld | 2.1 mi |
| Fran Brook | Weld | 2.4 mi |
| Swett Brook | Weld | 2.4 mi |
| Snowman Brook | Weld | 3 mi |
| Berry Brook | Weld | 3.3 mi |
| Green Brook | Weld | 3.4 mi |
| West Brook | Weld | 3.5 mi |
Features on the USGS Weld Quadrangle
The Weld 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 28 catalogued natural features alongside Yeaton Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holt Hill | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 1 mi |
| Green Hill | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Houghton Ledges | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Lakin Hill | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Bowley Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Houghton Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 2 mi |
| Parlin Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Fran Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Swett Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Webb Lake | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 2.5 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing NE out of Bethel for 26.9 miles (northeast) and you reach Yeaton Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 46 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. Being this far north (lat 44.680°), first snows typically arrive by mid-October and linger into early May — narrow the window accordingly. At 26.9 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Yeaton Brook track the nearby Holt Hill summit (1.0 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Yeaton Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holt Hill | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 1 mi |
| Green Hill | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Houghton Ledges | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| York Hill | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Alder Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 1.5 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Yeaton Brook located?
Yeaton Brook is in Franklin County, Maine, approximately 26.9 miles northeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Weld topographic quadrangle.
How far is Yeaton Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 46 minutes, 26.9 miles northeast (bearing NE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Yeaton Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Yeaton Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 578744 on the Weld quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Yeaton Brook?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in Franklin County, Maine?
GNIS lists 133 other streams in Franklin County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q34961419.