AUS5 A — NGS AC6347 — Austin, US

USNGStrigunknown#3994
Latitude
30.314080°
Longitude
-97.752193°
Ellipsoidal h
165.87 m
Ortho h
191.70 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation (trig) station is part of the National Geodetic Survey's network that establishes the fundamental control framework for surveying and mapping throughout the United States. Located near Austin, Texas, at coordinates 30.31408°N, 97.75219°W, this benchmark provides precise horizontal and vertical reference data for local and regional surveying operations. Trig stations of this classification serve as observed points in triangulation networks, enabling surveyors to propagate accurate position and elevation information across geographical areas. The ellipsoidal elevation of 165.9 meters contributes to the three-dimensional control network essential for infrastructure development, resource management, and scientific applications. Verification and documentation of such benchmarks remain important for maintaining the integrity of the geodetic infrastructure, ensuring that subsequent surveys and mapping projects reference consistent, well-established control points.

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AUS5 A — NGS AC6347 — Austin, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #3994 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 191.7 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 30.314080°, -97.752193°, corresponding to 30° 18′ 50.69″ N, 97° 45′ 7.89″ 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 AUS5 A — NGS AC6347 — Austin, 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)30.314080, -97.752193
WGS84 (DMS)30° 18′ 50.69″ N, 97° 45′ 7.89″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 14N (approx.)
Elevation191.70 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:

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COMPUTER — NGS BM1127 — Austin, US
0.5 km away · US
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AUS5 B — NGS AC6346 — Austin, US
0.9 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
B 1518 — NGS AC6348 — Austin, US
1.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
AUSTIN STATE HOSPITAL DOME — NGS BM0893
1.6 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
A 1518 — NGS AC6349 — Austin, US
1.8 km away · US
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RES — NGS AG9967 — Austin, US
2.5 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is AUS5 A — NGS AC6347 — Austin, US?

AUS5 A — NGS AC6347 — Austin, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #3994 and sits at an elevation of 191.7 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of AUS5 A — NGS AC6347 — Austin, US?

The position of AUS5 A — NGS AC6347 — Austin, US in WGS84 is 30.314080°, -97.752193° (decimal), or 30° 18′ 50.69″ N, 97° 45′ 7.89″ W in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in United States this falls approximately in UTM Zone 14N (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.