G 343 — NGS KX1272 — Pittsburgh, US

USNGStrigunknown#633404
Latitude
40.436100°
Longitude
-79.999383°
Ortho h
227.75 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the National Geodetic Survey's network, which establishes and maintains the fundamental control points underlying surveying and mapping activities across the United States. Trig stations serve as precision reference points for horizontal control, enabling surveyors and engineers to conduct accurate measurements and coordinate determinations over regional areas. Located near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, this benchmark occupies a position within the broader geodetic framework supporting land surveys, construction projects, and geographic information systems across the region. The coordinates provided represent the monument's horizontal position in the NAD 83 datum system. Documentation and periodic verification of such control points remain essential for maintaining the integrity of the national spatial reference system, ensuring that surveying work can be reliably tied to established geodetic standards. The elevation value was not recorded in available survey data.

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G 343 — NGS KX1272 — Pittsburgh, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #633404 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 227.7 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 40.436100°, -79.999383°, corresponding to 40° 26′ 9.96″ N, 79° 59′ 57.78″ 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 G 343 — NGS KX1272 — Pittsburgh, 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)40.436100, -79.999383
WGS84 (DMS)40° 26′ 9.96″ N, 79° 59′ 57.78″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 17N (approx.)
Elevation227.75 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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Frequently asked questions

What is G 343 — NGS KX1272 — Pittsburgh, US?

G 343 — NGS KX1272 — Pittsburgh, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #633404 and sits at an elevation of 227.7 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of G 343 — NGS KX1272 — Pittsburgh, US?

The position of G 343 — NGS KX1272 — Pittsburgh, US in WGS84 is 40.436100°, -79.999383° (decimal), or 40° 26′ 9.96″ N, 79° 59′ 57.78″ 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.