158 JWM — NGS HZ0324 — Lexington, US

USNGStrigunknown#210511
Latitude
38.046111°
Longitude
-84.560000°
Ortho h
282.98 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the National Geodetic Survey's network, which forms the foundational control framework for surveying and mapping throughout the United States. Trig stations serve as primary reference points for horizontal control, enabling surveyors and cartographers to establish accurate positions for subsequent measurements and mapping activities. Located near Lexington, Kentucky, this benchmark provides geodetic control for the region. The coordinates 38.04611° N, 84.56000° W position the point within central Kentucky's landscape. As a component of NGS's comprehensive geodetic infrastructure, this station contributes to the nation's surveying accuracy and spatial data consistency. Verification and documentation of such control points remain essential for maintaining the integrity of the geodetic network. Surveyors rely on these established positions for professional work ranging from property surveys to engineering projects. Regular confirmation of benchmark stability and accessibility ensures continued utility for the surveying community.

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158 JWM — NGS HZ0324 — Lexington, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #210511 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 283.0 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 38.046111°, -84.560000°, corresponding to 38° 2′ 46.00″ N, 84° 33′ 36.00″ 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 158 JWM — NGS HZ0324 — Lexington, 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)38.046111, -84.560000
WGS84 (DMS)38° 2′ 46.00″ N, 84° 33′ 36.00″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 16N (approx.)
Elevation282.98 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
B 145 RESET — NGS HZ0323 — Lexington, US
0.4 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
LFUCG GPS STA 0024 — NGS HZ2601 — Lexington, US
0.5 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
A 145 RESET — NGS HZ1856 — Lexington, US
1.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
0027 AZI 2 — NGS DR3814 — Lexington, US
1.3 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
LFUCG GPS STA 0027 — NGS HZ2604 — Lexington, US
1.3 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
LFUCG GPS STA 0026 — NGS HZ2603 — Lexington, US
1.4 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is 158 JWM — NGS HZ0324 — Lexington, US?

158 JWM — NGS HZ0324 — Lexington, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #210511 and sits at an elevation of 283.0 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of 158 JWM — NGS HZ0324 — Lexington, US?

The position of 158 JWM — NGS HZ0324 — Lexington, US in WGS84 is 38.046111°, -84.560000° (decimal), or 38° 2′ 46.00″ N, 84° 33′ 36.00″ W in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in United States this falls approximately in UTM Zone 16N (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.