E 8 K — NGS OS0388 — Jackson County, US

USNGStrigunknown#8301
Latitude
43.866944°
Longitude
-101.661389°
Ortho h
749.82 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the NGS network, which establishes the fundamental geodetic control framework for the United States. Trig stations serve as precisely positioned reference points essential for surveying, mapping, and engineering projects across broad areas. Located in Jackson County, South Dakota, at coordinates 43.86694° N, 101.66139° W, this point contributes to regional horizontal control networks. Triangulation stations like this one were historically observed and computed to create intervisible networks connecting distant survey marks, enabling accurate spatial reference for subsequent detailed surveys. Verification and documentation of existing geodetic marks remain valuable for the surveying profession. These reference points support property boundary establishment, infrastructure design, and the maintenance of consistent coordinate systems. Survey professionals may utilize this station as a check point or tie-in reference for local projects, provided the mark's physical condition and monumentation remain adequate.

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E 8 K — NGS OS0388 — Jackson County, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #8301 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 749.8 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 43.866944°, -101.661389°, corresponding to 43° 52′ 1.00″ N, 101° 39′ 41.00″ 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 E 8 K — NGS OS0388 — Jackson County, 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)43.866944, -101.661389
WGS84 (DMS)43° 52′ 1.00″ N, 101° 39′ 41.00″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 14N (approx.)
Elevation749.82 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:

US NGS · triangulation station
E 8 K 2 RM 3 — NGS OS0387 — Jackson County, US
0.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
E 8 L AZ MK — NGS OS0391 — Jackson County, US
0.3 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
E 8 L RM 2 — NGS OS0394 — Jackson County, US
0.4 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
Y 373 — NGS OS0385 — Jackson County, US
1.3 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
X 373 — NGS OS0395 — Jackson County, US
1.9 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
WELLER — NGS OS0773 — Jackson County, US
2.7 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is E 8 K — NGS OS0388 — Jackson County, US?

E 8 K — NGS OS0388 — Jackson County, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #8301 and sits at an elevation of 749.8 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of E 8 K — NGS OS0388 — Jackson County, US?

The position of E 8 K — NGS OS0388 — Jackson County, US in WGS84 is 43.866944°, -101.661389° (decimal), or 43° 52′ 1.00″ N, 101° 39′ 41.00″ W in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in United States this falls approximately in UTM Zone 14N (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.