2006 42 03 — NGS DL4008 — Lexington, US

USNGStrigunknown#210271
Latitude
38.075169°
Longitude
-84.520142°
Ortho h
299.95 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the National Geodetic Survey's network, which establishes the foundational control points for surveying and mapping activities across the United States. Trigonometric stations of this classification serve as precisely positioned reference points used to support large-scale surveys, deformation monitoring, and spatial data development. Located near Lexington, Kentucky at coordinates 38.07517° N, 84.52014° W, this benchmark contributes to regional geodetic control in the Commonwealth. Trig points function as observation stations where surveyors establish sight lines to other marked stations, enabling accurate horizontal positioning across extended areas. Verification and proper documentation of such reference points remain essential for maintaining the integrity of the National Spatial Reference System. Surveyors, engineers, and mapping professionals depend on reliable access to these established control monuments for projects ranging from infrastructure development to scientific research. Maintaining current records of their locations and physical condition ensures their continued utility for future generations of surveying work.

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2006 42 03 — NGS DL4008 — Lexington, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #210271 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 299.9 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 38.075169°, -84.520142°, corresponding to 38° 4′ 30.61″ N, 84° 31′ 12.51″ 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 2006 42 03 — NGS DL4008 — 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)38.075169, -84.520142
WGS84 (DMS)38° 4′ 30.61″ N, 84° 31′ 12.51″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 16N (approx.)
Elevation299.95 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
L 409 — NGS HZ1989 — Lexington, US
0.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
79 — NGS HZ0311 — Lexington, US
0.9 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
V 144 — NGS HZ0313 — Lexington, US
1.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
2006 42 09 — NGS DL4007 — Lexington, US
1.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
LFUCG GPS STA 0013 — NGS HZ2590 — Lexington, US
1.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
2006 42 10 — NGS DL4006 — Lexington, US
1.1 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is 2006 42 03 — NGS DL4008 — Lexington, US?

2006 42 03 — NGS DL4008 — Lexington, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #210271 and sits at an elevation of 299.9 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of 2006 42 03 — NGS DL4008 — Lexington, US?

The position of 2006 42 03 — NGS DL4008 — Lexington, US in WGS84 is 38.075169°, -84.520142° (decimal), or 38° 4′ 30.61″ N, 84° 31′ 12.51″ 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.