BIGGS RM 2 — NGS CE0103 — El Paso County, US

USNGStrigunknown#6422
Latitude
31.833981°
Longitude
-106.386217°
Ortho h
1194.83 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the National Geodetic Survey's network, which establishes the foundational control framework for surveying, mapping, and engineering projects across the United States. Located in El Paso County, Texas, at coordinates 31.83398° N, 106.38622° W, this trig point serves as a horizontal reference for regional geodetic work. Triangulation stations of this type were historically established to create networks of precisely positioned points across the country. Such monuments provide essential horizontal control for professional surveyors and support large-scale mapping initiatives. Documentation and verification of benchmark locations remain important for practitioners requiring accurate reference points. The accessibility and reliability of established control points facilitate efficient surveying operations and help maintain consistency in spatial data across generations of survey work.

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 BIGGS RM 2 — NGS CE0103 — El Paso County, US, USSatellite imagery of BIGGS RM 2 — NGS CE0103 — El Paso County, US, USSatellite imagery of BIGGS RM 2 — NGS CE0103 — El Paso County, US, USSatellite imagery of BIGGS RM 2 — NGS CE0103 — El Paso County, US, USSatellite imagery of BIGGS RM 2 — NGS CE0103 — El Paso County, US, USSatellite imagery of BIGGS RM 2 — NGS CE0103 — El Paso County, US, USSatellite imagery of BIGGS RM 2 — NGS CE0103 — El Paso County, US, USSatellite imagery of BIGGS RM 2 — NGS CE0103 — El Paso County, US, USSatellite imagery of BIGGS RM 2 — NGS CE0103 — El Paso County, US, US
🗺️ Google Maps🚗 Street View🅱️ Bing Maps🌐 OpenStreetMap
Imagery © Esri · Earthstar Geographics · USGS · NASA · All providers credited

BIGGS RM 2 — NGS CE0103 — El Paso County, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #6422 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 1194.8 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 31.833981°, -106.386217°, corresponding to 31° 50′ 2.33″ N, 106° 23′ 10.38″ 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 BIGGS RM 2 — NGS CE0103 — El Paso County, 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)31.833981, -106.386217
WGS84 (DMS)31° 50′ 2.33″ N, 106° 23′ 10.38″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 13N (approx.)
Elevation1194.83 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 · triangulation station
BIGGS — NGS CE0102 — El Paso County, US
0.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
HD 4 54 — NGS CE0104 — El Paso County, US
0.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
EL PASO BIGGS FIELD WATER TANK — NGS CE0549 — El Paso County, US
0.4 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
X 146 — NGS CE0107 — El Paso County, US
1.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
BL 3 — NGS CE0094 — El Paso County, US
1.2 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
W 146 — NGS CE0095 — El Paso County, US
1.3 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is BIGGS RM 2 — NGS CE0103 — El Paso County, US?

BIGGS RM 2 — NGS CE0103 — El Paso County, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #6422 and sits at an elevation of 1194.8 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of BIGGS RM 2 — NGS CE0103 — El Paso County, US?

The position of BIGGS RM 2 — NGS CE0103 — El Paso County, US in WGS84 is 31.833981°, -106.386217° (decimal), or 31° 50′ 2.33″ N, 106° 23′ 10.38″ W in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in United States this falls approximately in UTM Zone 13N (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.