21 — NGS JV1130 — Baltimore, US

USNGStrigunknown#634994
Latitude
39.290883°
Longitude
-76.610450°
Ortho h
6.02 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This is a triangulation station within the National Geodetic Survey's comprehensive control network spanning the United States. Trigonometric stations such as this serve as fundamental reference points for establishing horizontal control and precise positional data across surveying projects and mapping initiatives. Located near Baltimore, Maryland, at coordinates 39.29088°N, 76.61045°W, this benchmark contributes to the regional geodetic framework that supports cadastral surveys, engineering projects, and spatial data infrastructure. The point's recovery and verification by surveying professionals provides essential validation of existing control networks and assists in identifying any positional shifts over time. Documentation and maintenance of NGS benchmarks remain critical for practitioners requiring reliable reference stations, enabling accurate positioning regardless of modern technology adoption. Surveyors working in the Baltimore area may reference this station as part of their control network verification procedures.

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21 — NGS JV1130 — Baltimore, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #634994 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 6.0 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 39.290883°, -76.610450°, corresponding to 39° 17′ 27.18″ N, 76° 36′ 37.62″ 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 21 — NGS JV1130 — 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)39.290883, -76.610450
WGS84 (DMS)39° 17′ 27.18″ N, 76° 36′ 37.62″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 18N (approx.)
Elevation6.02 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 TRUST FLAT TOP TOWER — NGS JV5497
0.4 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
B 30 C OF B — NGS JV1132 — Baltimore, US
0.4 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
D 30 C OF B — NGS JV1129 — Baltimore, US
0.4 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
VIADUCT 1943 — NGS JV5570 — Baltimore, US
0.4 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
500 PRATT ST C OF B — NGS JV0560 — Baltimore, US
0.5 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
BALTIMORE LORD BALTIMORE HOTEL — NGS JV5506
0.5 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is 21 — NGS JV1130 — Baltimore, US?

21 — NGS JV1130 — Baltimore, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #634994 and sits at an elevation of 6.0 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of 21 — NGS JV1130 — Baltimore, US?

The position of 21 — NGS JV1130 — Baltimore, US in WGS84 is 39.290883°, -76.610450° (decimal), or 39° 17′ 27.18″ N, 76° 36′ 37.62″ 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?

Use the satellite imagery above to see the surrounding area. You can open this location directly in Google Maps, Google Earth, Bing Maps, or OpenStreetMap using the buttons provided. Many geodetic points are accessible to the public; some are on protected or private land — check local regulations before any field visit. Always bring documentation or your credentials if you plan to use the marker for professional measurement.

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.