424 — NGS DO9270 — Chicago, US

USNGStrigunknown#215150
Latitude
41.720903°
Longitude
-87.673517°
Ortho h
201.79 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 throughout the United States. Located near Chicago, Illinois, at coordinates 41.72090° N, 87.67352° W, this trig point serves as a precisely positioned reference for surveying operations and geographic data collection in the region. Triangulation stations function as fixed control points in the horizontal datum framework, enabling surveyors and engineers to establish accurate measurements for property boundaries, infrastructure projects, and cartographic work. The NGS network represents decades of geodetic effort to create a coherent reference system across the country. Documentation and verification of benchmark locations like this one remain valuable for surveying professionals. Even where elevation data may not be recorded, the horizontal coordinates provide essential reference data. Periodic inspection and confirmation of such points helps maintain the integrity of the geodetic control network upon which regional surveying depends.

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424 — NGS DO9270 — Chicago, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #215150 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 201.8 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 41.720903°, -87.673517°, corresponding to 41° 43′ 15.25″ N, 87° 40′ 24.66″ 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 424 — NGS DO9270 — Chicago, 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)41.720903, -87.673517
WGS84 (DMS)41° 43′ 15.25″ N, 87° 40′ 24.66″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 16N (approx.)
Elevation201.79 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
COO1220 1B — NGS AJ2779 — Evergreen Park, US
1.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
EVERGREEN PARK CO MARY SPIRE — NGS ME2976
1.6 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
042 — NGS ME2973 — Cook County, US
1.7 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
RYAN — NGS ME2970 — Chicago, US
1.9 km away · US
GeoNames topographic database · ridge
Blue Island
1.9 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
COO1220 1A — NGS AJ2778 — Evergreen Park, US
2.0 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is 424 — NGS DO9270 — Chicago, US?

424 — NGS DO9270 — Chicago, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #215150 and sits at an elevation of 201.8 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of 424 — NGS DO9270 — Chicago, US?

The position of 424 — NGS DO9270 — Chicago, US in WGS84 is 41.720903°, -87.673517° (decimal), or 41° 43′ 15.25″ N, 87° 40′ 24.66″ 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?

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.