AUS5 B — NGS AC6346 — Austin, US

USNGStrigunknown#3985
Latitude
30.308043°
Longitude
-97.758309°
Ellipsoidal h
162.48 m
Ortho h
188.31 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the National Geodetic Survey network, which establishes the fundamental horizontal and vertical control framework for the United States. Located near Austin, Texas at coordinates 30.30804° N, 97.75831° W, this trig point serves as a reference monument for surveying, mapping, and engineering projects throughout the region. Triangulation stations like this one are typically situated on elevated terrain to maximize intervisibility with other control points, enabling precise distance and angle measurements. The ellipsoidal elevation of 162.5 meters provides vertical reference data essential for geodetic work. Proper documentation and periodic verification of such monuments are critical to maintaining the accuracy and continuity of the national geodetic network. Surveyors and engineers rely on these established points for boundary determination, infrastructure development, and scientific research. This point contributes to the broader spatial reference system supporting civil and commercial activities across Texas.

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AUS5 B — NGS AC6346 — Austin, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #3985 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 188.3 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 30.308043°, -97.758309°, corresponding to 30° 18′ 28.96″ N, 97° 45′ 29.91″ 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 B — NGS AC6346 — 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)30.308043, -97.758309
WGS84 (DMS)30° 18′ 28.96″ N, 97° 45′ 29.91″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 14N (approx.)
Elevation188.31 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
COMPUTER — NGS BM1127 — Austin, US
0.4 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
AUS5 A — NGS AC6347 — Austin, US
0.9 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
B 1518 — NGS AC6348 — Austin, US
1.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
A 1518 — NGS AC6349 — Austin, US
1.8 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
AUSTIN STATE HOSPITAL DOME — NGS BM0893
2.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
RES — NGS AG9967 — Austin, US
2.7 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is AUS5 B — NGS AC6346 — Austin, US?

AUS5 B — NGS AC6346 — Austin, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #3985 and sits at an elevation of 188.3 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of AUS5 B — NGS AC6346 — Austin, US?

The position of AUS5 B — NGS AC6346 — Austin, US in WGS84 is 30.308043°, -97.758309° (decimal), or 30° 18′ 28.96″ N, 97° 45′ 29.91″ 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?

Use the satellite imagery above to see the surrounding area. You can open this location directly in Google Maps, Google Earth, Bing Maps, or OpenStreetMap using the buttons provided. Many geodetic points are accessible to the public; some are on protected or private land — check local regulations before any field visit. Always bring documentation or your credentials if you plan to use the marker for professional measurement.

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.