BAUGHS USE 1916 — NGS JV5475 — Baltimore, US

USNGStrigunknown#635042
Latitude
39.259319°
Longitude
-76.568826°
Ortho h
1.00 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the National Geodetic Survey's network of reference points that form the foundational control for surveying and mapping throughout the United States. Located near Baltimore, Maryland at coordinates 39.25932°, -76.56883°, this trig point serves as a precisely positioned reference for horizontal geodetic control. Such stations enable surveyors, cartographers, and engineers to establish accurate local coordinate systems and verify survey work across the region. The triangulation network integrates with broader geodetic infrastructure to support infrastructure development, property demarcation, and scientific applications. Proper documentation and periodic verification of benchmark locations maintain the integrity and reliability of this control network, ensuring that contemporary surveying activities remain consistent with established geodetic datums and enabling seamless coordination of surveying projects across jurisdictional boundaries.

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BAUGHS USE 1916 — NGS JV5475 — Baltimore, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #635042 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 1.0 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 39.259319°, -76.568826°, corresponding to 39° 15′ 33.55″ N, 76° 34′ 7.77″ 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 BAUGHS USE 1916 — NGS JV5475 — Baltimore, 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)39.259319, -76.568826
WGS84 (DMS)39° 15′ 33.55″ N, 76° 34′ 7.77″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 18N (approx.)
Elevation1.00 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
Lazaretto Point
0.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
SANFORD BROOKS CO TANK — NGS JV5520 — Baltimore, US
0.5 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
BROOKS HB 1915 — NGS JV5499 — Baltimore, US
0.6 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
HENRY — NGS JV6956 — Baltimore, US
0.6 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
DOCK — NGS JV5515 — Baltimore, US
1.2 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
857 4680 TIDAL BASIC — NGS JV0578 — Baltimore, US
1.2 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is BAUGHS USE 1916 — NGS JV5475 — Baltimore, US?

BAUGHS USE 1916 — NGS JV5475 — Baltimore, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #635042 and sits at an elevation of 1.0 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of BAUGHS USE 1916 — NGS JV5475 — Baltimore, US?

The position of BAUGHS USE 1916 — NGS JV5475 — Baltimore, US in WGS84 is 39.259319°, -76.568826° (decimal), or 39° 15′ 33.55″ N, 76° 34′ 7.77″ W in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in United States this falls approximately in UTM Zone 18N (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.