1160 C OF B — NGS JV1223 — Baltimore, US

USNGStrigunknown#634968
Latitude
39.296667°
Longitude
-76.621667°
Ortho h
36.95 m
Verifications
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Last checked
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This triangulation station is part of the National Geodetic Survey network, which establishes the fundamental geodetic framework for the United States. Trig stations serve as primary control points for surveying, mapping, and engineering projects at local and regional scales. Located near Baltimore, Maryland, this benchmark occupies a position within the Mid-Atlantic geodetic infrastructure. Triangulation stations like this one were historically observed and connected through a network of inter-visible points, enabling surveyors to establish accurate horizontal positions across the landscape. The coordinates provided represent the station's geographic position for reference purposes. Documentation and verification of such control points remain valuable to the surveying profession. These benchmarks support land surveys, construction projects, and geodetic studies. Maintaining accurate records of existing marks contributes to survey efficiency and helps preserve institutional knowledge of the nation's geodetic network.

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1160 C OF B — NGS JV1223 — Baltimore, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #634968 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 37.0 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 39.296667°, -76.621667°, corresponding to 39° 17′ 48.00″ N, 76° 37′ 18.00″ 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 1160 C OF B — NGS JV1223 — Baltimore, 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)39.296667, -76.621667
WGS84 (DMS)39° 17′ 48.00″ N, 76° 37′ 18.00″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 18N (approx.)
Elevation36.95 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
BALTIMORE — NGS JV0557
0.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
X 925 C OF B — NGS JV1224 — Baltimore, US
0.2 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
BALTIMORE FIRST PRESB CH SPIRE — NGS JV5501
0.3 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
5037 C OF B — NGS JV0803 — Baltimore, US
0.4 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
1288 C OF B — NGS JV0558 — Baltimore, US
0.4 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
WASHINGTON MONUMENT ECC 4 1933 — NGS JV5604 — Baltimore, US
0.5 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is 1160 C OF B — NGS JV1223 — Baltimore, US?

1160 C OF B — NGS JV1223 — Baltimore, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #634968 and sits at an elevation of 37.0 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of 1160 C OF B — NGS JV1223 — Baltimore, US?

The position of 1160 C OF B — NGS JV1223 — Baltimore, US in WGS84 is 39.296667°, -76.621667° (decimal), or 39° 17′ 48.00″ N, 76° 37′ 18.00″ W in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in United States this falls approximately in UTM Zone 18N (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.