Ḑahr al Biqā‘

LBGeoNamesridgeunknown#354716
Latitude
33.817170°
Longitude
36.090770°
Ortho h
1422.00 m
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GeoNames ID 171448 · Feature T.RDGE

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Ḑahr al Biqā‘ is a ridge located in LB, catalogued in the GeoNames topographic database dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #354716 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 1422.0 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 33.817170°, 36.090770°, corresponding to 33° 49′ 1.81″ N, 36° 5′ 26.77″ E 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 Ḑahr al Biqā‘ 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)33.817170, 36.090770
WGS84 (DMS)33° 49′ 1.81″ N, 36° 5′ 26.77″ E
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 37N (approx.)
Elevation1422.00 m
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Geodetic context in LB

LB'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 LB you may need to convert to the local datum using the Coordinate Hub.

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

Nearby benchmarks

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

GeoNames topographic database · spur
Shir en Nahlé
1.9 km away · LB
GeoNames topographic database · ridge
Jabal al Khinzīrah
2.1 km away · SY
GeoNames topographic database · spur
Qalaat Aannâb
3.1 km away · LB
GeoNames topographic database · spur
Dahret et Terbé
3.4 km away · LB
GeoNames topographic database · ridge
Ḑahr as Sa‘dūnī
3.9 km away · SY
GeoNames topographic database · cliff
El Hanqa
4.0 km away · LB

Frequently asked questions

What is Ḑahr al Biqā‘?

Ḑahr al Biqā‘ is a ridge located in LB, catalogued in the GeoNames topographic database network. It has the public identifier #354716 and sits at an elevation of 1422.0 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of Ḑahr al Biqā‘?

The position of Ḑahr al Biqā‘ in WGS84 is 33.817170°, 36.090770° (decimal), or 33° 49′ 1.81″ N, 36° 5′ 26.77″ E in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in LB this falls approximately in UTM Zone 37N (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.