BIDDEFORD — NGS OC2052

USNGStrigunknown#637442
Latitude
43.432577°
Longitude
-70.376981°
Ortho h
11.00 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the National Geodetic Survey's network of control points that form the foundational framework for accurate surveying and mapping throughout the United States. Located near Biddeford, Maine at coordinates 43.43258° N, 70.37698° W, this trig point serves as a reference monument for horizontal position control in southern coastal Maine. Triangulation stations of this type were established to provide surveyors, engineers, and cartographers with precisely known positions for their fieldwork. The point's location in this region supports local and regional survey activities. Documentation and periodic verification of such benchmarks remain valuable for maintaining the integrity of the national geodetic network. Surveyors conducting work in the area may reference this station for establishing local control or validating survey-grade positioning equipment. The monument's continued accessibility and condition directly affect its utility for contemporary surveying operations.

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BIDDEFORD — NGS OC2052 is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #637442 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 11.0 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 43.432577°, -70.376981°, corresponding to 43° 25′ 57.28″ N, 70° 22′ 37.13″ 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 BIDDEFORD — NGS OC2052 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)43.432577, -70.376981
WGS84 (DMS)43° 25′ 57.28″ N, 70° 22′ 37.13″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 19N (approx.)
Elevation11.00 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:

US NGS · triangulation station
S 98 — NGS OC0255 — Biddeford, US
0.7 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
FLETCHERS NECK WATER TANK — NGS OC2049 — Biddeford, US
0.8 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
INTERMEDIATE 213 — NGS DQ3914 — Biddeford, US
0.9 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
INTERMEDIATE 216 — NGS DQ3916 — Biddeford, US
1.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
R 98 — NGS OC0254 — Biddeford, US
1.4 km away · US
GeoNames topographic database · cape
Fletcher Neck
1.7 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is BIDDEFORD — NGS OC2052?

BIDDEFORD — NGS OC2052 is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #637442 and sits at an elevation of 11.0 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of BIDDEFORD — NGS OC2052?

The position of BIDDEFORD — NGS OC2052 in WGS84 is 43.432577°, -70.376981° (decimal), or 43° 25′ 57.28″ N, 70° 22′ 37.13″ 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.