A 161 — NGS OC0367 — Wells, US

USNGStrigunknown#637615
Latitude
43.321944°
Longitude
-70.581389°
Ortho h
20.85 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the NGS network, which establishes and maintains the fundamental geodetic framework for the United States. Located near Wells, Maine, at coordinates 43.32194° N, 70.58139° W, this trig point serves as a control station for survey networks and mapping activities in southwestern Maine. Triangulation stations function as reference points with precisely determined positions, enabling surveyors and engineers to conduct accurate measurements across regions. The NGS network integrates classical triangulation marks with modern positioning infrastructure to support land surveys, mapping, construction projects, and scientific investigations. Verification and documentation of such benchmarks remain essential for maintaining the integrity of the national geodetic system. These control points provide the horizontal positioning foundation upon which local surveys depend. Proper archival of benchmark data ensures continuity and accessibility for future surveying work in the region.

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A 161 — NGS OC0367 — Wells, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #637615 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 20.9 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 43.321944°, -70.581389°, corresponding to 43° 19′ 19.00″ N, 70° 34′ 53.00″ 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 A 161 — NGS OC0367 — Wells, 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)43.321944, -70.581389
WGS84 (DMS)43° 19′ 19.00″ N, 70° 34′ 53.00″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 19N (approx.)
Elevation20.85 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
B 161 — NGS OC0368 — Wells, US
0.2 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
WELLS CHURCH SPIRE — NGS OC2097
0.6 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
LORD — NGS OC2106 — Wells, US
0.8 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
LORD RM 1 — NGS OC2105 — Wells, US
0.8 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
Y 98 — NGS OC0369 — Wells, US
0.9 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
841 9317 PUMP — NGS DR9435 — Wells, US
1.3 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is A 161 — NGS OC0367 — Wells, US?

A 161 — NGS OC0367 — Wells, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #637615 and sits at an elevation of 20.9 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of A 161 — NGS OC0367 — Wells, US?

The position of A 161 — NGS OC0367 — Wells, US in WGS84 is 43.321944°, -70.581389° (decimal), or 43° 19′ 19.00″ N, 70° 34′ 53.00″ W in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in United States this falls approximately in UTM Zone 19N (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.