C 438 — NGS FO0869 — Albuquerque, US

USNGStrigunknown#4473
Latitude
35.128611°
Longitude
-106.635278°
Ortho h
1517.79 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the National Geodetic Survey's network, which establishes and maintains the fundamental geodetic control for the United States. Located near Albuquerque, New Mexico at coordinates 35.12861°N, 106.63528°W, this trig point serves as a horizontal control station for surveying and mapping activities across the region. Triangulation stations of this type were historically observed and computed to support large-scale surveys, cadastral work, and geographic information systems development. The NGS network provides essential reference points that surveyors, engineers, and government agencies rely upon for accurate positioning and coordinate verification. Documentation and periodic verification of such control points remain important for maintaining the integrity of the national spatial reference system. Recovery and confirmation of these marks contribute to understanding their current condition and utility for contemporary surveying applications.

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 C 438 — NGS FO0869 — Albuquerque, US, USSatellite imagery of C 438 — NGS FO0869 — Albuquerque, US, USSatellite imagery of C 438 — NGS FO0869 — Albuquerque, US, USSatellite imagery of C 438 — NGS FO0869 — Albuquerque, US, USSatellite imagery of C 438 — NGS FO0869 — Albuquerque, US, USSatellite imagery of C 438 — NGS FO0869 — Albuquerque, US, USSatellite imagery of C 438 — NGS FO0869 — Albuquerque, US, USSatellite imagery of C 438 — NGS FO0869 — Albuquerque, US, USSatellite imagery of C 438 — NGS FO0869 — Albuquerque, US, US
🗺️ Google Maps🚗 Street View🅱️ Bing Maps🌐 OpenStreetMap
Imagery © Esri · Earthstar Geographics · USGS · NASA · All providers credited

C 438 — NGS FO0869 — Albuquerque, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #4473 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 1517.8 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 35.128611°, -106.635278°, corresponding to 35° 7′ 43.00″ N, 106° 38′ 7.00″ 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 C 438 — NGS FO0869 — Albuquerque, 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)35.128611, -106.635278
WGS84 (DMS)35° 7′ 43.00″ N, 106° 38′ 7.00″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 13N (approx.)
Elevation1517.79 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
NM 47 9 — NGS FO1368 — Albuquerque, US
0.5 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
NM 47 10 — NGS FO1320 — Albuquerque, US
0.7 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
D 438 — NGS FO0870 — Albuquerque, US
1.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
NM 47 8 — NGS FO1376 — Albuquerque, US
1.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
B 438 — NGS FO0868 — Albuquerque, US
1.2 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
B 227 — NGS FO0243 — Albuquerque, US
1.2 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is C 438 — NGS FO0869 — Albuquerque, US?

C 438 — NGS FO0869 — Albuquerque, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #4473 and sits at an elevation of 1517.8 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of C 438 — NGS FO0869 — Albuquerque, US?

The position of C 438 — NGS FO0869 — Albuquerque, US in WGS84 is 35.128611°, -106.635278° (decimal), or 35° 7′ 43.00″ N, 106° 38′ 7.00″ 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.