BALTO — NGS DG0242 — Atlanta, US

USNGStrigunknown#8359
Latitude
33.768360°
Longitude
-84.388816°
Ortho h
302.99 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This trigonometric station is part of the NGS network, which establishes the horizontal geodetic control framework for the continental United States. Trig stations serve as monumented reference points for precise surveying, mapping, and engineering projects across large areas. Located near Atlanta, Georgia, at coordinates 33.76836°N, 84.38882°W, this point provides essential positional data for regional geodetic activities. The monumentation allows surveyors and engineers to tie local measurements into the national coordinate system, ensuring consistency and accuracy across jurisdictional boundaries. Documentation and periodic verification of such stations maintain the integrity of the geodetic infrastructure, supporting critical applications including infrastructure development, land administration, and scientific research. Access to verified benchmark locations remains valuable for modern surveying professionals and GIS practitioners.

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BALTO — NGS DG0242 — Atlanta, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #8359 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 303.0 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 33.768360°, -84.388816°, corresponding to 33° 46′ 6.10″ N, 84° 23′ 19.74″ 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 BALTO — NGS DG0242 — Atlanta, 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)33.768360, -84.388816
WGS84 (DMS)33° 46′ 6.10″ N, 84° 23′ 19.74″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 16N (approx.)
Elevation302.99 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
N 9 — NGS DG0585 — Atlanta, US
0.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
HUN — NGS DG0241 — Atlanta, US
0.2 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
N 10 — NGS DG0586 — Atlanta, US
0.3 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
LINDEN — NGS DG0243 — Atlanta, US
0.3 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
LINDEN RESET — NGS DG0244 — Atlanta, US
0.3 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
N 8 — NGS DG0584 — Atlanta, US
0.3 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is BALTO — NGS DG0242 — Atlanta, US?

BALTO — NGS DG0242 — Atlanta, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #8359 and sits at an elevation of 303.0 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of BALTO — NGS DG0242 — Atlanta, US?

The position of BALTO — NGS DG0242 — Atlanta, US in WGS84 is 33.768360°, -84.388816° (decimal), or 33° 46′ 6.10″ N, 84° 23′ 19.74″ W in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in United States this falls approximately in UTM Zone 16N (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.