B 112 MDSRC — NGS JV1281 — Towson, US

USNGStrigunknown#634698
Latitude
39.390833°
Longitude
-76.741389°
Ortho h
152.43 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
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This triangulation station is part of the NGS national geodetic network, which provides the foundational horizontal and vertical control for surveying and mapping throughout the United States. Located near Towson, Maryland at coordinates 39.39083° N, 76.74139° W, this trig point serves as a reference station for establishing accurate positions in the Baltimore metropolitan region and surrounding areas. As a triangulation monument, this benchmark was historically observed as part of the systematic framework for precise positional control. Such points remain valuable for verifying existing survey data, performing boundary surveys, and supporting modern positioning applications. The preservation and documentation of these reference marks help maintain geodetic continuity and enable surveyors to conduct accurate work with confidence in the underlying control network. Regular verification of established benchmarks ensures the integrity of regional survey data for public and private surveying projects.

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B 112 MDSRC — NGS JV1281 — Towson, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #634698 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 152.4 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 39.390833°, -76.741389°, corresponding to 39° 23′ 27.00″ N, 76° 44′ 29.00″ 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 B 112 MDSRC — NGS JV1281 — Towson, 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)39.390833, -76.741389
WGS84 (DMS)39° 23′ 27.00″ N, 76° 44′ 29.00″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 18N (approx.)
Elevation152.43 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
C 112 MDSRC — NGS JV1282 — Towson, US
0.8 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
A 112 — NGS JV1280 — Towson, US
1.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
RESERVOIR — NGS JV5660 — Towson, US
1.2 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
U 13 — NGS JV0788 — Towson, US
1.8 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
B 92 — NGS JV0779 — Towson, US
1.8 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
UMAN — NGS JV5635 — Towson, US
1.9 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is B 112 MDSRC — NGS JV1281 — Towson, US?

B 112 MDSRC — NGS JV1281 — Towson, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #634698 and sits at an elevation of 152.4 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of B 112 MDSRC — NGS JV1281 — Towson, US?

The position of B 112 MDSRC — NGS JV1281 — Towson, US in WGS84 is 39.390833°, -76.741389° (decimal), or 39° 23′ 27.00″ N, 76° 44′ 29.00″ W in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in United States this falls approximately in UTM Zone 18N (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.