1 LOCK 27 — NGS JC1159 — Granite City, US

USNGStrigunknown#7144
Latitude
38.701944°
Longitude
-90.179722°
Ortho h
133.61 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the National Geodetic Survey network, which establishes and maintains the horizontal and vertical control framework for surveying activities across the United States. As a trig point, it serves as a precisely positioned reference station used to support local and regional surveying operations through direct observation and triangulation methods. Located near Granite City, Illinois at coordinates 38.70194°N, 90.17972°W, this benchmark contributes to the geodetic infrastructure of the southwestern Illinois region. Trig stations of this type are fundamental to establishing accurate survey networks for engineering projects, property boundary determination, and mapping activities. Verification and documentation of existing geodetic control points are essential practices for the surveying profession. Confirming the physical condition and positional accuracy of such benchmarks ensures their continued utility for contemporary surveying work and maintains the integrity of historical survey records. This point remains a valuable resource for licensed surveyors and geospatial professionals operating in the area.

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1 LOCK 27 — NGS JC1159 — Granite City, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #7144 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 133.6 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 38.701944°, -90.179722°, corresponding to 38° 42′ 7.00″ N, 90° 10′ 47.00″ W in the traditional degrees-minutes-seconds format. This page is a self-updating reference — all data is aggregated from public open sources and cross-checked periodically against the originating agency.

Professional surveyors, engineers, and topographers use points like 1 LOCK 27 — NGS JC1159 — Granite City, US to anchor total-station traverses, verify GNSS/RTK solutions, calibrate levelling instruments, and validate survey deliverables against known coordinates. The record on this page is refreshed daily via automated pipelines that monitor the public sources for any updates, corrections, or status changes.

Coordinate formats

WGS84 (decimal)38.701944, -90.179722
WGS84 (DMS)38° 42′ 7.00″ N, 90° 10′ 47.00″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 15N (approx.)
Elevation133.61 m
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Geodetic context in United States

The national geodetic reference in United States is maintained by National Geodetic Survey (NGS). The active datum is NAD83(2011) / NATRF2022 (active). Coordinates shown on this page are expressed in WGS84 (ETRF/ITRF-compatible) which is directly usable in most modern GNSS receivers. For cadastral work in United States you may need to convert to the local datum using the Coordinate Hub.

Browse the full list of indexed control points in United States from the country page.

Nearby benchmarks

The closest 6 indexed control points within roughly 50 km of this location:

US NGS · triangulation station
1 LOCK 27 RM — NGS JC1160 — Granite City, US
0.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
4 LOCK 27 RM — NGS JC1163 — Granite City, US
0.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
2 LOCK 27 RM — NGS JC1161 — Granite City, US
0.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
3 LOCK 27 — NGS JC1158 — Granite City, US
0.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
5 LOCK 27 RM — NGS JC1164 — Granite City, US
0.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
6 LOCK 27 RM — NGS JC1165 — Madison, US
0.2 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is 1 LOCK 27 — NGS JC1159 — Granite City, US?

1 LOCK 27 — NGS JC1159 — Granite City, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #7144 and sits at an elevation of 133.6 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of 1 LOCK 27 — NGS JC1159 — Granite City, US?

The position of 1 LOCK 27 — NGS JC1159 — Granite City, US in WGS84 is 38.701944°, -90.179722° (decimal), or 38° 42′ 7.00″ N, 90° 10′ 47.00″ W in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in United States this falls approximately in UTM Zone 15N (approx.).

How can I reach and visit this triangulation station?

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Is this point verified and usable for professional surveying?

This record has been community-verified 0 times. Data quality depends on the source: NGS and official national agency points are typically centimetre-accurate, OpenStreetMap survey points are metre-accurate, and GeoNames topographic landmarks (peaks, hills) are reference-grade only. Always cross-reference with the original agency datasheet before using this point for cadastral, legal, or safety-critical work.

Original source: this record was imported from ngs_public. Always refer to the original datasheet for the most up-to-date and authoritative data.