CRESCENT AZ MK — NGS GC0801 — Nashville, US

USNGStrigunknown#211615
Latitude
36.208822°
Longitude
-86.734556°
Ortho h
161.82 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This trigonometric station is part of the National Geodetic Survey's network, which forms the foundation of horizontal control for surveying and mapping throughout the United States. Triangulation stations of this type were established to provide precise positional reference points for land surveys, engineering projects, and cartographic work. Located near Nashville, Tennessee, at coordinates 36.20882° N, 86.73456° W, this benchmark serves the geodetic infrastructure of the region. Trig stations anchor measurements for subsequent surveys and are typically monumented to ensure stability and permanence. The verification and documentation of such control points remain essential for surveyors, engineers, and GIS professionals requiring accurate spatial reference data. Maintaining records of these stations preserves the integrity of the geodetic network and supports continued reliance on established control.

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 CRESCENT AZ MK — NGS GC0801 — Nashville, US, USSatellite imagery of CRESCENT AZ MK — NGS GC0801 — Nashville, US, USSatellite imagery of CRESCENT AZ MK — NGS GC0801 — Nashville, US, USSatellite imagery of CRESCENT AZ MK — NGS GC0801 — Nashville, US, USSatellite imagery of CRESCENT AZ MK — NGS GC0801 — Nashville, US, USSatellite imagery of CRESCENT AZ MK — NGS GC0801 — Nashville, US, USSatellite imagery of CRESCENT AZ MK — NGS GC0801 — Nashville, US, USSatellite imagery of CRESCENT AZ MK — NGS GC0801 — Nashville, US, USSatellite imagery of CRESCENT AZ MK — NGS GC0801 — Nashville, US, US
🗺️ Google Maps🚗 Street View🅱️ Bing Maps🌐 OpenStreetMap
Imagery © Esri · Earthstar Geographics · USGS · NASA · All providers credited

CRESCENT AZ MK — NGS GC0801 — Nashville, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #211615 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 161.8 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 36.208822°, -86.734556°, corresponding to 36° 12′ 31.76″ N, 86° 44′ 4.40″ 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 CRESCENT AZ MK — NGS GC0801 — Nashville, 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)36.208822, -86.734556
WGS84 (DMS)36° 12′ 31.76″ N, 86° 44′ 4.40″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 16N (approx.)
Elevation161.82 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
CRESCENT RM 2 — NGS GC0800 — Nashville, US
0.3 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
CRESCENT — NGS GC0799 — Nashville, US
0.3 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
CRESCENT RM 1 — NGS GC0798 — Nashville, US
0.3 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
INGLEWOOD STATE TB HOSP TANK — NGS GC2234 — Nashville, US
1.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
NASHVILLE D W SWINDLE CO TANK — NGS GC2237
1.5 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
6 25 — NGS GC0802 — Nashville, US
1.6 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is CRESCENT AZ MK — NGS GC0801 — Nashville, US?

CRESCENT AZ MK — NGS GC0801 — Nashville, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #211615 and sits at an elevation of 161.8 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of CRESCENT AZ MK — NGS GC0801 — Nashville, US?

The position of CRESCENT AZ MK — NGS GC0801 — Nashville, US in WGS84 is 36.208822°, -86.734556° (decimal), or 36° 12′ 31.76″ N, 86° 44′ 4.40″ 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?

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.