AIRWAY BEACON 23 — NGS GC2357 — Nashville, US

USNGStrigunknown#211510
Latitude
36.288438°
Longitude
-86.877570°
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This triangulation station is part of the NGS network, which maintains the fundamental geodetic framework for the United States. Triangulation monuments serve as primary reference points for horizontal control, establishing accurate positions for surveying, mapping, and engineering projects across regional areas. Located near Nashville, Tennessee, at coordinates 36.28844° N, 86.87757° W, this benchmark contributes to the broader network of control points that support cadastral surveys, infrastructure development, and geographic information systems throughout the region. Verification and documentation of such monuments is essential for geodetic professionals who depend on reliable reference data. Maintaining accurate records of trig station locations, condition, and accessibility ensures continuity of survey networks and supports precision work in land surveying, construction, and spatial analysis. Regular confirmation of these points helps preserve the integrity of the geodetic control infrastructure.

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AIRWAY BEACON 23 — NGS GC2357 — Nashville, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #211510 on SurveyingPedia. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 36.288438°, -86.877570°, corresponding to 36° 17′ 18.38″ N, 86° 52′ 39.25″ 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 AIRWAY BEACON 23 — NGS GC2357 — Nashville, 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)36.288438, -86.877570
WGS84 (DMS)36° 17′ 18.38″ N, 86° 52′ 39.25″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 16N (approx.)
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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.

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Frequently asked questions

What is AIRWAY BEACON 23 — NGS GC2357 — Nashville, US?

AIRWAY BEACON 23 — NGS GC2357 — Nashville, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #211510. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of AIRWAY BEACON 23 — NGS GC2357 — Nashville, US?

The position of AIRWAY BEACON 23 — NGS GC2357 — Nashville, US in WGS84 is 36.288438°, -86.877570° (decimal), or 36° 17′ 18.38″ N, 86° 52′ 39.25″ 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?

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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.