BA 50 — NGS OC0317 — Dover, US

USNGStrigunknown#637763
Latitude
43.132222°
Longitude
-70.839722°
Ortho h
6.27 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the National Geodetic Survey's network, which establishes the fundamental control framework for surveying and mapping throughout the United States. Located near Dover, New Hampshire, at coordinates 43.13222° N, 70.83972° W, this trig point serves as a reference for horizontal position control in the region. Triangulation stations are monumented points established to support precise surveying operations, property boundary determinations, and cartographic projects. Their documented positions enable surveyors and engineers to conduct accurate fieldwork relative to the national geodetic datum. Verification and proper documentation of such control points remain essential for maintaining the integrity of surveying networks. Even where original elevation data may not be recorded, horizontal position data provides valuable reference information for professional surveying activities in this area of New Hampshire.

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BA 50 — NGS OC0317 — Dover, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #637763 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 6.3 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 43.132222°, -70.839722°, corresponding to 43° 7′ 56.00″ N, 70° 50′ 23.00″ 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 BA 50 — NGS OC0317 — Dover, 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)43.132222, -70.839722
WGS84 (DMS)43° 7′ 56.00″ N, 70° 50′ 23.00″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 19N (approx.)
Elevation6.27 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:

GeoNames topographic database · cape
Clements Point
0.8 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
FORT — NGS OC2345 — Dover, US
0.9 km away · US
GeoNames topographic database · cape
Cedar Point
1.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
DOVER POINT — NGS OC2400
1.5 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
842 1897 TIDAL 3 — NGS OC0315 — Dover, US
1.7 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
842 1897 TIDAL 1 — NGS OC0314 — Dover, US
1.7 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is BA 50 — NGS OC0317 — Dover, US?

BA 50 — NGS OC0317 — Dover, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #637763 and sits at an elevation of 6.3 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of BA 50 — NGS OC0317 — Dover, US?

The position of BA 50 — NGS OC0317 — Dover, US in WGS84 is 43.132222°, -70.839722° (decimal), or 43° 7′ 56.00″ N, 70° 50′ 23.00″ W in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in United States this falls approximately in UTM Zone 19N (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.