Cuchilla de La Chaparot

COGeoNamesridgeunknown#267068
Latitude
7.044200°
Longitude
-73.396280°
Ortho h
654.00 m
Verifications
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Last checked
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GeoNames ID 3731931 · Feature T.RDGE

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Cuchilla de La Chaparot is a ridge located in CO, catalogued in the GeoNames topographic database dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #267068 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 654.0 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 7.044200°, -73.396280°, corresponding to 7° 2′ 39.12″ N, 73° 23′ 46.61″ 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 Cuchilla de La Chaparot 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)7.044200, -73.396280
WGS84 (DMS)7° 2′ 39.12″ N, 73° 23′ 46.61″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 18N (approx.)
Elevation654.00 m
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Geodetic context in CO

CO's national mapping agency maintains the official geodetic network used for cadastral and engineering surveys. 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 CO you may need to convert to the local datum using the Coordinate Hub.

Browse the full list of indexed control points in CO from the country page.

Nearby benchmarks

The closest 6 indexed control points within roughly 50 km of this location:

GeoNames topographic database · cliff
Cuchilla del Galembo
4.5 km away · CO
GeoNames topographic database · ridge
Cordillera de La Paz
4.9 km away · CO
GeoNames topographic database · hill
Morro Rico
10.9 km away · CO
GeoNames topographic database · hill
Alto de La Aurora
12.2 km away · CO
GeoNames topographic database · ridge
Cuchilla Nuevo Mundo
13.5 km away · CO
GeoNames topographic database · hill
Cerro de Galicia
13.7 km away · CO

Frequently asked questions

What is Cuchilla de La Chaparot?

Cuchilla de La Chaparot is a ridge located in CO, catalogued in the GeoNames topographic database network. It has the public identifier #267068 and sits at an elevation of 654.0 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of Cuchilla de La Chaparot?

The position of Cuchilla de La Chaparot in WGS84 is 7.044200°, -73.396280° (decimal), or 7° 2′ 39.12″ N, 73° 23′ 46.61″ W in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in CO this falls approximately in UTM Zone 18N (approx.).

How can I reach and visit this ridge?

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 geonames. Always refer to the original datasheet for the most up-to-date and authoritative data.