42 A — NGS KE1135 — Independence, US

USNGStrigunknown#1619
Latitude
39.042222°
Longitude
-94.421389°
Ortho h
298.90 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the NGS network, which establishes the foundational geodetic control for the continental United States. Located near Independence, Missouri, this trig point serves as a reference station for surveying and mapping operations throughout the region. Triangulation stations of this type have historically provided accurate positional control, enabling surveyors and engineers to establish local coordinates for property, infrastructure, and cartographic work. The documented coordinates (39.04222°, -94.42139°) allow professionals to reference this point for verification and adjustment of modern survey networks. While elevation data was not recorded for this particular benchmark, its geodetic value remains significant for professionals conducting surveys in Jackson County and surrounding areas. Maintaining accurate records of such control points supports land administration, construction projects, and the integration of contemporary positioning technology with established survey frameworks.

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42 A — NGS KE1135 — Independence, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #1619 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 298.9 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 39.042222°, -94.421389°, corresponding to 39° 2′ 32.00″ N, 94° 25′ 17.00″ 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 42 A — NGS KE1135 — Independence, 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)39.042222, -94.421389
WGS84 (DMS)39° 2′ 32.00″ N, 94° 25′ 17.00″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 15N (approx.)
Elevation298.90 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
G 231 — NGS KE0135 — Independence, US
0.7 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
BYPASS — NGS KE1373 — Independence, US
0.8 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
BYPASS 3 — NGS KE1374 — Independence, US
0.8 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
BYPASS 2 — NGS KE1368 — Independence, US
0.8 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
K 42 — NGS KE0134 — Kansas City, US
1.6 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
BYPASS AZ MK — NGS KE1384 — Kansas City, US
1.6 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is 42 A — NGS KE1135 — Independence, US?

42 A — NGS KE1135 — Independence, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #1619 and sits at an elevation of 298.9 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of 42 A — NGS KE1135 — Independence, US?

The position of 42 A — NGS KE1135 — Independence, US in WGS84 is 39.042222°, -94.421389° (decimal), or 39° 2′ 32.00″ N, 94° 25′ 17.00″ W in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in United States this falls approximately in UTM Zone 15N (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.