14 A — NGS KX1549 — Plum, US

USNGStrigunknown#633245
Latitude
40.535556°
Longitude
-79.815278°
Ortho h
234.29 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the National Geodetic Survey's fundamental control network, which establishes the geometric framework for surveying and mapping across the United States. As a trigonometric point, this benchmark served to extend horizontal control through precise angular observations and distance measurements, supporting subsequent local surveys and engineering projects. Located near Plum, Pennsylvania, this station occupies a position within the broader northeastern control network. The coordinates 40.53556° N, 79.81528° W place the point in an area of regional surveying significance. Triangulation stations of this classification remain valuable reference points for verifying modern survey work, validating GPS observations, and maintaining consistency in spatial databases. Periodic documentation and recovery of such monuments ensures the integrity of the nation's geodetic infrastructure and supports continued accuracy in land records, infrastructure development, and scientific applications.

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14 A — NGS KX1549 — Plum, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #633245 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 234.3 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 40.535556°, -79.815278°, corresponding to 40° 32′ 8.00″ N, 79° 48′ 55.00″ 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 14 A — NGS KX1549 — Plum, 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)40.535556, -79.815278
WGS84 (DMS)40° 32′ 8.00″ N, 79° 48′ 55.00″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 17N (approx.)
Elevation234.29 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
L/D 3 M1 — NGS DO5146 — Plum, US
0.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
L/D 3 M4 — NGS DO5147 — Harmar Township, US
0.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
14 L — NGS KX1550 — Plum, US
0.7 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
15 L — NGS KX1548 — Plum, US
1.2 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
PTC 047.3 — NGS AJ4874 — Harmar Township, US
1.6 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
PTC 047.2 — NGS AJ4875 — Harmar Township, US
1.8 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is 14 A — NGS KX1549 — Plum, US?

14 A — NGS KX1549 — Plum, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #633245 and sits at an elevation of 234.3 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of 14 A — NGS KX1549 — Plum, US?

The position of 14 A — NGS KX1549 — Plum, US in WGS84 is 40.535556°, -79.815278° (decimal), or 40° 32′ 8.00″ N, 79° 48′ 55.00″ W in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in United States this falls approximately in UTM Zone 17N (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.