6 — NGS ME1965 — Chicago, US

USNGStrigunknown#215009
Latitude
41.729833°
Longitude
-87.540056°
Ortho h
180.44 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the National Geodetic Survey's network, which establishes and maintains the foundational control points for surveying and mapping across the United States. Located in the Chicago, Illinois area, this trig point serves as a fixed reference for horizontal positioning and elevation control in regional and local surveying operations. Triangulation stations of this type traditionally provide precise coordinate data essential for cadastral surveys, engineering projects, and geographic information systems. The point's position at 41.72983° N, 87.54006° W is recorded within the NGS database. Verification and documentation of such geodetic control points remain important for surveyors, engineers, and mapping professionals who rely on accurate reference frameworks. Periodic inspection and recovery of these monuments ensures their continued utility in maintaining the nation's spatial reference system and supporting accurate surveying work.

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6 — NGS ME1965 — Chicago, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #215009 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 180.4 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 41.729833°, -87.540056°, corresponding to 41° 43′ 47.40″ N, 87° 32′ 24.20″ 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 6 — NGS ME1965 — 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)41.729833, -87.540056
WGS84 (DMS)41° 43′ 47.40″ N, 87° 32′ 24.20″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 16N (approx.)
Elevation180.44 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
908 7044 REP — NGS ME2190 — Chicago, US
0.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
HS CAL 1 A — NGS DP2529 — Chicago, US
0.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
908 7044 COM — NGS ME2189 — Chicago, US
0.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
908 7044 BOLT — NGS AC8298 — Chicago, US
0.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
908 7044 H — NGS AE9231 — Chicago, US
0.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
908 7044 ENG A — NGS ME2191 — Chicago, US
0.1 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is 6 — NGS ME1965 — Chicago, US?

6 — NGS ME1965 — Chicago, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #215009 and sits at an elevation of 180.4 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of 6 — NGS ME1965 — Chicago, US?

The position of 6 — NGS ME1965 — Chicago, US in WGS84 is 41.729833°, -87.540056° (decimal), or 41° 43′ 47.40″ N, 87° 32′ 24.20″ 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.