GRESHAM — NGS RD0271

USNGStrigunknown#4945
Latitude
45.497778°
Longitude
-122.429444°
Ortho h
99.44 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the National Geodetic Survey's network of control points that form the foundation of the United States' surveying and mapping infrastructure. Located near Gresham, Oregon, at coordinates 45.49778° N, 122.42944° W, this trig point serves as a horizontal reference for large-scale surveys and geographic data collection across the region. Triangulation stations like this historically provided fixed points of known position for surveyors conducting cadastral, engineering, and cartographic work. The NGS maintains these benchmarks as part of the National Spatial Reference System to ensure consistency and accuracy in surveying activities. Documentation and periodic verification of such control points remain valuable for professionals relying on established geodetic datums. This point's inclusion in the registry preserves its institutional knowledge for future surveying operations in the Portland metropolitan area and surrounding regions.

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GRESHAM — NGS RD0271 is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #4945 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 99.4 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 45.497778°, -122.429444°, corresponding to 45° 29′ 52.00″ N, 122° 25′ 46.00″ 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 GRESHAM — NGS RD0271 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)45.497778, -122.429444
WGS84 (DMS)45° 29′ 52.00″ N, 122° 25′ 46.00″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 10N (approx.)
Elevation99.44 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 · GNSS reference point
1 S 3 E 10 — NGS RD4206 — Gresham, US
0.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
GRESHAM RESET — NGS RD0272
0.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
PTS 1 — NGS RD0273 — Gresham, US
0.3 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
GRESHAM — NGS RD2438
0.7 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
YELLOW HOUSE EAST GABLE — NGS RD2437 — Gresham, US
1.1 km away · US
US NGS · GNSS reference point
1 S 3 E 3 — NGS RD4207 — Gresham, US
1.3 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is GRESHAM — NGS RD0271?

GRESHAM — NGS RD0271 is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #4945 and sits at an elevation of 99.4 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of GRESHAM — NGS RD0271?

The position of GRESHAM — NGS RD0271 in WGS84 is 45.497778°, -122.429444° (decimal), or 45° 29′ 52.00″ N, 122° 25′ 46.00″ W in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in United States this falls approximately in UTM Zone 10N (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.