B 2 X RM 3 — NGS PU0420 — Pennington County, US

USNGStrigunknown#8682
Latitude
44.152778°
Longitude
-102.201944°
Ortho h
882.07 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
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This triangulation station is part of the National Geodetic Survey's network of control points that establish the geometric framework for mapping and surveying across the United States. Located in Pennington County, South Dakota, this trig point serves as a fixed reference for horizontal positioning and geodetic measurements in the region. Triangulation stations of this type were established to create a foundation of accurately surveyed locations from which detailed maps and surveys could be derived. The point's coordinates have been determined through precise geodetic methods and are maintained as part of the NGS database. For surveying professionals, verifying the existence and condition of such benchmarks remains valuable for quality assurance in local surveys and for understanding historical survey networks. Documentation and preservation of these control points supports continuity in surveying practice and contributes to the integrity of the nation's geodetic infrastructure.

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B 2 X RM 3 — NGS PU0420 — Pennington County, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #8682 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 882.1 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 44.152778°, -102.201944°, corresponding to 44° 9′ 10.00″ N, 102° 12′ 7.00″ 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 2 X RM 3 — NGS PU0420 — Pennington County, 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)44.152778, -102.201944
WGS84 (DMS)44° 9′ 10.00″ N, 102° 12′ 7.00″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 13N (approx.)
Elevation882.07 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
B 2 X RM 2 — NGS PU0417 — Pennington County, US
0.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
B 2 X — NGS PU0418 — Pennington County, US
0.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
B 2 X RM 1 — NGS PU0419 — Pennington County, US
0.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
V 367 — NGS PU0415 — Pennington County, US
0.4 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
B 2 X AZ MK RESET — NGS PU0421 — Pennington County, US
1.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
U 367 — NGS PU0414 — Pennington County, US
1.6 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is B 2 X RM 3 — NGS PU0420 — Pennington County, US?

B 2 X RM 3 — NGS PU0420 — Pennington County, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #8682 and sits at an elevation of 882.1 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of B 2 X RM 3 — NGS PU0420 — Pennington County, US?

The position of B 2 X RM 3 — NGS PU0420 — Pennington County, US in WGS84 is 44.152778°, -102.201944° (decimal), or 44° 9′ 10.00″ N, 102° 12′ 7.00″ W in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in United States this falls approximately in UTM Zone 13N (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.