CHAMP — NGS RD3279 — Portland, US

USNGStrigunknown#5539
Latitude
45.574852°
Longitude
-122.640121°
Ortho h
56.00 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the National Geodetic Survey's network of control points that establish the geometric and geodetic framework for the United States. Located near Portland, Oregon at coordinates 45.57485°N, 122.64012°W, this trig point serves as a reference monument for surveying, mapping, and spatial data projects across the region. Triangulation stations of this type provide accurate positional control essential for professional surveying work, engineering projects, and geographic information system development. The point's inclusion in the NGS registry enables surveyors and geodesists to tie local measurements to the national coordinate system with documented precision. Verification and maintenance of such control points remain valuable for ensuring data consistency and supporting the continued accuracy of cadastral surveys and infrastructure projects. Documentation of these monuments contributes to the long-term utility of the nation's geodetic infrastructure.

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CHAMP — NGS RD3279 — Portland, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #5539 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 56.0 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 45.574852°, -122.640121°, corresponding to 45° 34′ 29.47″ N, 122° 38′ 24.43″ 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 CHAMP — NGS RD3279 — Portland, 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)45.574852, -122.640121
WGS84 (DMS)45° 34′ 29.47″ N, 122° 38′ 24.43″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 10N (approx.)
Elevation56.00 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
ERNE RESET — NGS RD0356 — Portland, US
1.9 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
P 484 — NGS RD0357 — Portland, US
2.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
PORTLAND ST ANDREWS CH S SPIRE — NGS RD3014
2.2 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
R 484 — NGS RD0359 — Portland, US
2.2 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
PORTLAND NE PRESCOTT NE 19 TK — NGS RD3280
2.3 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
PRES — NGS RD3281 — Portland, US
2.3 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is CHAMP — NGS RD3279 — Portland, US?

CHAMP — NGS RD3279 — Portland, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #5539 and sits at an elevation of 56.0 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of CHAMP — NGS RD3279 — Portland, US?

The position of CHAMP — NGS RD3279 — Portland, US in WGS84 is 45.574852°, -122.640121° (decimal), or 45° 34′ 29.47″ N, 122° 38′ 24.43″ 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.