F 205 — NGS KX1496 — Etna, US

USNGStrigunknown#633287
Latitude
40.496667°
Longitude
-79.944167°
Ortho h
229.75 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This trigonometric station represents part of the National Geodetic Survey's foundational control network established to support precise surveying and mapping across the United States. Trigonometric stations serve as primary reference points for horizontal positioning, enabling surveyors and engineers to conduct accurate measurements across regional areas. Located near Etna, Pennsylvania, at coordinates 40.49667°N, 79.94417°W, this benchmark contributes to the broader geodetic infrastructure of western Pennsylvania. The elevation value for this station has not been recorded in available documentation. Verification and proper documentation of such control points remain critical for surveyors, mapping professionals, and GIS practitioners who depend on established reference stations. Maintaining accurate records of these benchmarks ensures continuity and reliability in surveying work throughout the region and supports modern coordinate transformation initiatives.

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F 205 — NGS KX1496 — Etna, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #633287 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 229.8 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 40.496667°, -79.944167°, corresponding to 40° 29′ 48.00″ N, 79° 56′ 39.00″ 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 F 205 — NGS KX1496 — Etna, 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)40.496667, -79.944167
WGS84 (DMS)40° 29′ 48.00″ N, 79° 56′ 39.00″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 17N (approx.)
Elevation229.75 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:

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M 136 — NGS KX1472 — Pittsburgh, US
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1.4 km away · US
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Frequently asked questions

What is F 205 — NGS KX1496 — Etna, US?

F 205 — NGS KX1496 — Etna, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #633287 and sits at an elevation of 229.8 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of F 205 — NGS KX1496 — Etna, US?

The position of F 205 — NGS KX1496 — Etna, US in WGS84 is 40.496667°, -79.944167° (decimal), or 40° 29′ 48.00″ N, 79° 56′ 39.00″ W in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in United States this falls approximately in UTM Zone 17N (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.