B 131 — NGS KX1461 — Millvale, US

USNGStrigunknown#633276
Latitude
40.470778°
Longitude
-79.973989°
Ortho h
231.84 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the NGS network, which establishes and maintains the geodetic control framework for the United States. Located near Millvale, Pennsylvania, at coordinates 40.47078° N, 79.97399° W, this trig point serves as a reference for precise horizontal positioning across the region. Triangulation stations of this type historically formed the backbone of large-scale surveying operations, enabling surveyors to extend accurate coordinate networks across significant distances. The monumentation at this site provides a stable reference for boundary surveys, engineering projects, and mapping activities. Verification and documentation of such points remain valuable for confirming the integrity of the geodetic network and supporting modern surveying applications, particularly where legacy control connections are needed. Surveyors working in this area should consult current NGS datasheets for complete recovery information and any applicable adjustments.

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B 131 — NGS KX1461 — Millvale, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #633276 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 231.8 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 40.470778°, -79.973989°, corresponding to 40° 28′ 14.80″ N, 79° 58′ 26.36″ 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 131 — NGS KX1461 — Millvale, 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)40.470778, -79.973989
WGS84 (DMS)40° 28′ 14.80″ N, 79° 58′ 26.36″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 17N (approx.)
Elevation231.84 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
10 — NGS KX1469 — Pittsburgh, US
1.2 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
C 131 — NGS KX1462 — Shaler Township, US
1.2 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
A 131 — NGS KX1460 — Pittsburgh, US
1.5 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
14 — NGS KX1470 — Pittsburgh, US
1.8 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
251 — NGS KX1468 — Pittsburgh, US
2.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
Y 202 — NGS KX1495 — Reserve Township, US
2.0 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is B 131 — NGS KX1461 — Millvale, US?

B 131 — NGS KX1461 — Millvale, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #633276 and sits at an elevation of 231.8 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of B 131 — NGS KX1461 — Millvale, US?

The position of B 131 — NGS KX1461 — Millvale, US in WGS84 is 40.470778°, -79.973989° (decimal), or 40° 28′ 14.80″ N, 79° 58′ 26.36″ W in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in United States this falls approximately in UTM Zone 17N (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.