BEN — NGS SY3793 — Kirkland, US

USNGStrigunknown#214447
Latitude
47.660981°
Longitude
-122.172730°
Ortho h
159.10 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 Kirkland, Washington at coordinates 47.66098°N, 122.17273°W, this trig point serves as a reference station for horizontal positioning and control propagation in the Puget Sound region. Triangulation stations of this type have historically provided precise angular measurements essential for establishing accurate coordinate networks across the country. Modern surveyors, engineers, and GIS professionals rely on documented benchmarks to validate contemporary positioning data and to maintain consistency in large-scale projects. Verification and documentation of such control points remains valuable for quality assurance in surveying work, particularly in areas where satellite-based positioning requires independent confirmation or where legacy survey records must be reconciled with current standards.

Verify this point

Sign in to submit a verification from the field.

Verification history (0)

No verifications yet. Be the first to check this point!
🛰️ Satellite view
ESRI World Imagery · zoom 16 (~1 m/px)
Open in Google Earth →
Satellite imagery of BEN — NGS SY3793 — Kirkland, US, USSatellite imagery of BEN — NGS SY3793 — Kirkland, US, USSatellite imagery of BEN — NGS SY3793 — Kirkland, US, USSatellite imagery of BEN — NGS SY3793 — Kirkland, US, USSatellite imagery of BEN — NGS SY3793 — Kirkland, US, USSatellite imagery of BEN — NGS SY3793 — Kirkland, US, USSatellite imagery of BEN — NGS SY3793 — Kirkland, US, USSatellite imagery of BEN — NGS SY3793 — Kirkland, US, USSatellite imagery of BEN — NGS SY3793 — Kirkland, US, US
🗺️ Google Maps🚗 Street View🅱️ Bing Maps🌐 OpenStreetMap
Imagery © Esri · Earthstar Geographics · USGS · NASA · All providers credited

BEN — NGS SY3793 — Kirkland, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #214447 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 159.1 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 47.660981°, -122.172730°, corresponding to 47° 39′ 39.53″ N, 122° 10′ 21.83″ 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 BEN — NGS SY3793 — Kirkland, 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)47.660981, -122.172730
WGS84 (DMS)47° 39′ 39.53″ N, 122° 10′ 21.83″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 10N (approx.)
Elevation159.10 m
Precise conversionOpen in coordinate converter →

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 · GNSS reference point
GPS90 2F3 — NGS SY5756 — Kirkland, US
0.7 km away · US
US NGS · GNSS reference point
GPS90 2E3 — NGS SY5755 — Redmond, US
1.7 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
KIRKLAND — NGS SY3760
1.8 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
BN 40 K CO — NGS SY3813 — Kirkland, US
1.8 km away · US
US NGS · GNSS reference point
GPS90 3F3 — NGS SY5764 — Bellevue, US
2.2 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
BN 13 — NGS SY3811 — Redmond, US
2.4 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is BEN — NGS SY3793 — Kirkland, US?

BEN — NGS SY3793 — Kirkland, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #214447 and sits at an elevation of 159.1 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of BEN — NGS SY3793 — Kirkland, US?

The position of BEN — NGS SY3793 — Kirkland, US in WGS84 is 47.660981°, -122.172730° (decimal), or 47° 39′ 39.53″ N, 122° 10′ 21.83″ 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.