CHESAPEAKE USE 1915 — NGS JV5541 — Baltimore, US

USNGStrigunknown#635019
Latitude
39.276160°
Longitude
-76.590938°
Ortho h
0.00 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the National Geodetic Survey network, which establishes and maintains the horizontal and vertical control framework for the United States. Located near Baltimore, Maryland, at coordinates 39.27616°, -76.59094°, this trig point serves as a monumented reference for survey operations across the region. Triangulation stations like this historically provided precise positional data for large-scale mapping projects and engineering works. The point's continued documentation and verification remain valuable for surveyors conducting boundary surveys, infrastructure development, and geodetic research in the Mid-Atlantic area. Accurate records of control points—including their coordinates, physical condition, and accessibility—are essential for maintaining the integrity of the national spatial reference system. Regular inspection and documentation of such benchmarks support the reliability of all subsequent survey work dependent upon them.

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CHESAPEAKE USE 1915 — NGS JV5541 — Baltimore, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #635019 on SurveyingPedia. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 39.276160°, -76.590938°, corresponding to 39° 16′ 34.18″ N, 76° 35′ 27.38″ 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 CHESAPEAKE USE 1915 — NGS JV5541 — Baltimore, 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)39.276160, -76.590938
WGS84 (DMS)39° 16′ 34.18″ N, 76° 35′ 27.38″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 18N (approx.)
Elevation0.00 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:

GeoNames topographic database · cape
Locust Point
0.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
CONSOL USE 1915 — NGS JV5539 — Baltimore, US
0.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
BALTIMORE AND OHIO PIER 9 USE — NGS JV5492
0.3 km away · US
GeoNames topographic database · cape
Fells Point
0.5 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
RECREATION USE 1916 — NGS JV5540 — Baltimore, US
0.5 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
CHASE USE 1915 — NGS JV5534 — Baltimore, US
0.5 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is CHESAPEAKE USE 1915 — NGS JV5541 — Baltimore, US?

CHESAPEAKE USE 1915 — NGS JV5541 — Baltimore, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #635019. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of CHESAPEAKE USE 1915 — NGS JV5541 — Baltimore, US?

The position of CHESAPEAKE USE 1915 — NGS JV5541 — Baltimore, US in WGS84 is 39.276160°, -76.590938° (decimal), or 39° 16′ 34.18″ N, 76° 35′ 27.38″ W in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in United States this falls approximately in UTM Zone 18N (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.