BRADDOCK M5 — NGS DN6056 — North Braddock, US

USNGStrigunknown#633369
Latitude
40.391572°
Longitude
-79.857756°
Ortho h
223.19 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the National Geodetic Survey's trigonometric network, which forms a fundamental component of the United States' horizontal geodetic control infrastructure. Triangulation stations of this classification serve as precise reference points for surveying, mapping, and engineering projects across regional and local scales. Located near North Braddock, Pennsylvania, at coordinates 40.39157° N, 79.85776° W, this benchmark contributes to geodetic coverage in western Pennsylvania. Trig stations such as this are typically monumented ground points established through careful measurement and adjustment to provide accurate positional data for surveyors and geospatial professionals. Verification and documentation of existing geodetic control points remain valuable for confirming the integrity of survey networks, supporting modern positioning applications, and maintaining historical records of the nation's surveying infrastructure. Current elevation data for this particular station has not been recorded in available documentation.

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BRADDOCK M5 — NGS DN6056 — North Braddock, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #633369 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 223.2 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 40.391572°, -79.857756°, corresponding to 40° 23′ 29.66″ N, 79° 51′ 27.92″ 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 BRADDOCK M5 — NGS DN6056 — North Braddock, 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)40.391572, -79.857756
WGS84 (DMS)40° 23′ 29.66″ N, 79° 51′ 27.92″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 17N (approx.)
Elevation223.19 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
L/D 2 M 6 — NGS KX2396 — North Braddock, US
0.2 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
HL 18 B — NGS KX2394 — North Braddock, US
0.5 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
3035 — NGS KX1371 — North Versailles, US
0.5 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
3038 — NGS KX1242 — North Braddock, US
0.7 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
B 136 — NGS KX1240 — North Braddock, US
0.7 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
MR 11 LA — NGS KX2430 — Duquesne, US
0.8 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is BRADDOCK M5 — NGS DN6056 — North Braddock, US?

BRADDOCK M5 — NGS DN6056 — North Braddock, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #633369 and sits at an elevation of 223.2 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of BRADDOCK M5 — NGS DN6056 — North Braddock, US?

The position of BRADDOCK M5 — NGS DN6056 — North Braddock, US in WGS84 is 40.391572°, -79.857756° (decimal), or 40° 23′ 29.66″ N, 79° 51′ 27.92″ W in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in United States this falls approximately in UTM Zone 17N (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.