GPS LR 12 — NGS JV6452 — Baltimore, US

USNGSgnssunknown#635001
Latitude
39.280291°
Longitude
-76.608652°
Ellipsoidal h
-7.67 m
Ortho h
24.90 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This GNSS geodetic benchmark is part of the National Geodetic Survey's control network, which establishes the foundational coordinate reference system for the United States. Located near Baltimore, Maryland at coordinates 39.28029° N, 76.60865° W, this station provides precise positioning data essential for surveying, mapping, and engineering projects throughout the region. The ellipsoidal elevation of -7.7 meters reflects the station's absolute position relative to the WGS 84 reference ellipsoid. GNSS benchmarks of this type serve critical functions in maintaining national spatial data accuracy and supporting local surveying operations. Regular verification and documentation of such control points ensures the integrity of the geodetic infrastructure and enables surveyors and engineers to reference their work to nationally consistent standards. This benchmark contributes to the broader network supporting infrastructure development, land administration, and scientific research requiring high-precision positioning.

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GPS LR 12 — NGS JV6452 — Baltimore, US is a GNSS reference point located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #635001 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 24.9 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 39.280291°, -76.608652°, corresponding to 39° 16′ 49.05″ N, 76° 36′ 31.15″ 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 GPS LR 12 — NGS JV6452 — Baltimore, 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)39.280291, -76.608652
WGS84 (DMS)39° 16′ 49.05″ N, 76° 36′ 31.15″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 18N (approx.)
Elevation24.90 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
FEDERAL USE 1915 — NGS JV5573 — Baltimore, US
0.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
N 110 — NGS JV0563 — Baltimore, US
0.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
X 843 — NGS AI8102 — Baltimore, US
0.2 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
YORK USE 1915 — NGS JV5572 — Baltimore, US
0.3 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
PIER 3 USE 1915 — NGS JV5574 — Baltimore, US
0.5 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
PIER 6 USE 1915 — NGS JV5559 — Baltimore, US
0.5 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is GPS LR 12 — NGS JV6452 — Baltimore, US?

GPS LR 12 — NGS JV6452 — Baltimore, US is a GNSS reference point located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #635001 and sits at an elevation of 24.9 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of GPS LR 12 — NGS JV6452 — Baltimore, US?

The position of GPS LR 12 — NGS JV6452 — Baltimore, US in WGS84 is 39.280291°, -76.608652° (decimal), or 39° 16′ 49.05″ N, 76° 36′ 31.15″ W in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in United States this falls approximately in UTM Zone 18N (approx.).

How can I reach and visit this GNSS reference point?

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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.