GRACE — NGS ME2811 — Chicago, US

USNGStrigunknown#215307
Latitude
41.951320°
Longitude
-87.650333°
Ortho h
253.90 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the National Geodetic Survey's network, which establishes the primary framework for horizontal control across the United States. Located near Chicago, Illinois, at coordinates 41.95132° N, 87.65033° W, this trig point serves as a reference for surveying and mapping activities throughout the region. Triangulation stations of this type historically provided precise positions for cadastral surveys, engineering projects, and geographic information systems. The point's location within an urban-adjacent area makes it valuable for local surveying operations and municipal infrastructure planning. Verification and documentation of such benchmarks remain important for maintaining the integrity of the geodetic network. Surveyors and GIS professionals depend on these established control points for accurate positioning work. Recording the current condition and accessibility of this station contributes to the long-term utility of the national surveying infrastructure.

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GRACE — NGS ME2811 — Chicago, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #215307 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 253.9 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 41.951320°, -87.650333°, corresponding to 41° 57′ 4.75″ N, 87° 39′ 1.20″ 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 GRACE — NGS ME2811 — Chicago, 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)41.951320, -87.650333
WGS84 (DMS)41° 57′ 4.75″ N, 87° 39′ 1.20″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 16N (approx.)
Elevation253.90 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
CHICAGO ST MARY CH SPIRE — NGS ME2815
0.9 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
STD 244 — NGS ME2813 — Chicago, US
1.2 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
CHICAGO DEL VALLE CH SPIRE — NGS ME2817
1.5 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
COO41 2B — NGS AJ2813 — Chicago, US
1.7 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
019 COC — NGS ME2803 — Chicago, US
1.7 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
CHICAGO ST ANDREW CH TWR — NGS ME2827
1.8 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is GRACE — NGS ME2811 — Chicago, US?

GRACE — NGS ME2811 — Chicago, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #215307 and sits at an elevation of 253.9 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of GRACE — NGS ME2811 — Chicago, US?

The position of GRACE — NGS ME2811 — Chicago, US in WGS84 is 41.951320°, -87.650333° (decimal), or 41° 57′ 4.75″ N, 87° 39′ 1.20″ W in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in United States this falls approximately in UTM Zone 16N (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.