CHICAGO PURE OIL CO BLDG DOME — NGS ME2792

USNGStrigunknown#215045
Latitude
41.886517°
Longitude
-87.626782°
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Last checked
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This is a triangulation station within the NGS network, which forms a foundational component of the United States' geodetic reference system. Triangulation stations of this classification serve as control points for surveying, mapping, and engineering projects across broad geographic areas. Located near Chicago, Illinois, at coordinates 41.88652°, -87.62678°, this benchmark contributes to the geometric framework supporting regional and national survey work. The point type reflects historical surveying methodology emphasizing intervisible stations for precise positional control. Documentation and verification of such control points remain critical for surveyors, engineers, and geographic information professionals. Periodic inspection and reestablishment of these stations help maintain data integrity in support of construction, infrastructure planning, and cadastral surveying. The continued accessibility and accurate description of NGS benchmarks ensures reliable reference standards for professional surveying practice.

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CHICAGO PURE OIL CO BLDG DOME — NGS ME2792 is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #215045 on SurveyingPedia. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 41.886517°, -87.626782°, corresponding to 41° 53′ 11.46″ N, 87° 37′ 36.42″ 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 CHICAGO PURE OIL CO BLDG DOME — NGS ME2792 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)41.886517, -87.626782
WGS84 (DMS)41° 53′ 11.46″ N, 87° 37′ 36.42″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 16N (approx.)
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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
C 135 — NGS ME1620 — Chicago, US
0.4 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
D 135 — NGS ME1619 — Chicago, US
0.4 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
CHICAGO RAD STA WFMT FM MAST — NGS ME2799
0.4 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
CHICAGO RAD STA WSEL MAST — NGS ME2794
0.6 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
L 136 RESET — NGS ME1618 — Chicago, US
0.9 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
CHICAGO RAD STA WBEZ MAST — NGS ME2801
0.9 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is CHICAGO PURE OIL CO BLDG DOME — NGS ME2792?

CHICAGO PURE OIL CO BLDG DOME — NGS ME2792 is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #215045. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of CHICAGO PURE OIL CO BLDG DOME — NGS ME2792?

The position of CHICAGO PURE OIL CO BLDG DOME — NGS ME2792 in WGS84 is 41.886517°, -87.626782° (decimal), or 41° 53′ 11.46″ N, 87° 37′ 36.42″ W in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in United States this falls approximately in UTM Zone 16N (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.