6243 — NGS MP0344 — Baggs, US

USNGStrigunknown#8772
Latitude
41.034167°
Longitude
-107.658611°
Ortho h
1904.68 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the National Geodetic Survey network, which establishes the horizontal control framework for surveying and mapping activities throughout the United States. Triangulation (trig) stations serve as precisely positioned reference points used to support terrestrial surveys, engineering projects, and geographic information systems. Located near Baggs, Wyoming, at coordinates 41.03417°N, 107.65861°W, this benchmark contributes to regional geodetic control in southwestern Wyoming. Trig stations of this type were traditionally occupied using theodolites or similar instruments to measure angles between visible stations, creating networks of known positions. Verification and documentation of existing geodetic monuments remain valuable for surveyors requiring accurate reference points. Confirming the integrity and accessibility of such control stations helps maintain the reliability of the national geodetic infrastructure for current and future surveying operations.

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6243 — NGS MP0344 — Baggs, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #8772 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 1904.7 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 41.034167°, -107.658611°, corresponding to 41° 2′ 3.00″ N, 107° 39′ 31.00″ 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 6243 — NGS MP0344 — Baggs, 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)41.034167, -107.658611
WGS84 (DMS)41° 2′ 3.00″ N, 107° 39′ 31.00″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 13N (approx.)
Elevation1904.68 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
J 15 — NGS MP0343 — Baggs, US
0.3 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
K 15 — NGS MP0345 — Carbon County, US
1.9 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
6297.1 — NGS MP0347 — Carbon County, US
2.9 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
W789 MP52.68 — NGS AA9877 — Carbon County, US
3.3 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
H 15 — NGS MP0342 — Carbon County, US
3.3 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
P 72 — NGS MP0348 — Carbon County, US
4.2 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is 6243 — NGS MP0344 — Baggs, US?

6243 — NGS MP0344 — Baggs, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #8772 and sits at an elevation of 1904.7 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of 6243 — NGS MP0344 — Baggs, US?

The position of 6243 — NGS MP0344 — Baggs, US in WGS84 is 41.034167°, -107.658611° (decimal), or 41° 2′ 3.00″ N, 107° 39′ 31.00″ W in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in United States this falls approximately in UTM Zone 13N (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.