BACKUS — NGS SY3769 — Redmond, US

USNGStrigunknown#214131
Latitude
47.689714°
Longitude
-122.137123°
Ortho h
9.51 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the National Geodetic Survey's network, which forms the foundational control for horizontal positioning across the United States. Located near Redmond, Washington, this trig point serves as a reference monument for establishing accurate geographic coordinates and supporting surveying, mapping, and engineering projects throughout the region. Triangulation stations like this one provide monumented positions of known location that surveyors and geodesists use to extend precise measurements across the landscape. The NGS network enables consistency in property surveys, infrastructure development, and scientific applications requiring reliable spatial reference data. Verification and documentation of such benchmarks preserve the integrity of the geodetic infrastructure. Periodic checks confirm monument stability and coordinate accuracy, supporting continued utility for professional surveying and navigation applications in the Pacific Northwest.

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BACKUS — NGS SY3769 — Redmond, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #214131 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 9.5 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 47.689714°, -122.137123°, corresponding to 47° 41′ 22.97″ N, 122° 8′ 13.64″ 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 BACKUS — NGS SY3769 — Redmond, 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)47.689714, -122.137123
WGS84 (DMS)47° 41′ 22.97″ N, 122° 8′ 13.64″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 10N (approx.)
Elevation9.51 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
GPS90 3E4 — NGS SY5762 — Redmond, US
0.4 km away · US
US NGS · GNSS reference point
GPS90 3D4 — NGS SY5759 — Redmond, US
0.9 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
WILLOWS — NGS SY3789 — Redmond, US
0.9 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
MOORE — NGS SY3527 — Redmond, US
1.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
GPS90 3E1 — NGS SY5760 — Redmond, US
1.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
STOCKADE — NGS SY3786 — Redmond, US
1.3 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is BACKUS — NGS SY3769 — Redmond, US?

BACKUS — NGS SY3769 — Redmond, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #214131 and sits at an elevation of 9.5 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of BACKUS — NGS SY3769 — Redmond, US?

The position of BACKUS — NGS SY3769 — Redmond, US in WGS84 is 47.689714°, -122.137123° (decimal), or 47° 41′ 22.97″ N, 122° 8′ 13.64″ W in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in United States this falls approximately in UTM Zone 10N (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.