A 372 — NGS KE1096 — Shawnee, US

USNGStrigunknown#1719
Latitude
39.015556°
Longitude
-94.708333°
Ortho h
289.31 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the National Geodetic Survey's horizontal control network, which establishes the foundational reference framework for surveying and mapping activities throughout the United States. Positioned near Shawnee, Kansas at coordinates 39.01556° N, 94.70833° W, this trig point serves as a monumented ground station used for precise positional reference. Triangulation stations of this type were historically observed and computed to establish accurate horizontal datum control across the nation. Such points remain valuable for verifying local survey work, establishing new survey networks, and maintaining consistency in mapping projects. The documented location of this benchmark provides surveyors and engineers with a reliable control point for area surveys and spatial reference applications. Verification and documentation of existing geodetic monuments ensures the integrity of the surveying infrastructure and supports accurate land records and engineering projects in the region.

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A 372 — NGS KE1096 — Shawnee, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #1719 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 289.3 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 39.015556°, -94.708333°, corresponding to 39° 0′ 56.00″ N, 94° 42′ 30.00″ 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 372 — NGS KE1096 — Shawnee, 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)39.015556, -94.708333
WGS84 (DMS)39° 0′ 56.00″ N, 94° 42′ 30.00″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 15N (approx.)
Elevation289.31 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
MERRIAM FRISCO RR MICROWAVE — NGS KE1162
1.2 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
SHAWNEE RM 3 AZIMUTH — NGS KE0323 — Merriam, US
1.3 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
B 372 — NGS KE1095 — Shawnee, US
1.3 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
SHAWNEE 2 RM 4 — NGS KE1749 — Merriam, US
1.4 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
SHAWNEE 2 — NGS KE1748 — Merriam, US
1.4 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
S 328 — NGS KE0324 — Merriam, US
2.2 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is A 372 — NGS KE1096 — Shawnee, US?

A 372 — NGS KE1096 — Shawnee, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #1719 and sits at an elevation of 289.3 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of A 372 — NGS KE1096 — Shawnee, US?

The position of A 372 — NGS KE1096 — Shawnee, US in WGS84 is 39.015556°, -94.708333° (decimal), or 39° 0′ 56.00″ N, 94° 42′ 30.00″ 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.