B 1005 — NGS DK7142 — Saint Croix District, US

USNGStrigunknown#4825
Latitude
17.706861°
Longitude
-64.786250°
Ortho h
10.34 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the NGS network that forms the foundational control framework for surveying and mapping across the United States and its territories. Trigonometric stations such as this serve as precisely positioned reference points for geodetic surveys, establishing horizontal control networks essential for accurate land surveys, engineering projects, and cartographic work. Located in the Saint Croix District of the United States Virgin Islands, this benchmark contributes to the geodetic infrastructure of the Caribbean region. The coordinates provided establish its horizontal position within the national geodetic datum. Documentation and periodic verification of such control points remain important for maintaining survey accuracy and ensuring consistency across multiple surveying projects. Surveyors and engineers rely on benchmarks like this for establishing local project baselines and verifying measurement integrity.

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B 1005 — NGS DK7142 — Saint Croix District, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #4825 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 10.3 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 17.706861°, -64.786250°, corresponding to 17° 42′ 24.70″ N, 64° 47′ 10.50″ 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 B 1005 — NGS DK7142 — Saint Croix District, 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)17.706861, -64.786250
WGS84 (DMS)17° 42′ 24.70″ N, 64° 47′ 10.50″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 20N (approx.)
Elevation10.34 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
126+00 — NGS AB9517 — Saint Croix District, US
0.4 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
ST CROIX APT AP STA B — NGS TV1536 — Saint Croix District, US
0.5 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
ANQUILLA CHIMNEY — NGS TV0130 — Saint Croix District, US
0.8 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
MANNING — NGS TV0139 — Saint Croix District, US
0.8 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
B 1004 — NGS DK7143 — Saint Croix District, US
1.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
PROFIT MILL — NGS TV0134 — Saint Croix District, US
1.3 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is B 1005 — NGS DK7142 — Saint Croix District, US?

B 1005 — NGS DK7142 — Saint Croix District, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #4825 and sits at an elevation of 10.3 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of B 1005 — NGS DK7142 — Saint Croix District, US?

The position of B 1005 — NGS DK7142 — Saint Croix District, US in WGS84 is 17.706861°, -64.786250° (decimal), or 17° 42′ 24.70″ N, 64° 47′ 10.50″ W in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in United States this falls approximately in UTM Zone 20N (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.

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