I24 5 A — NGS GC0892 — Nashville, US

USNGStrigunknown#211271
Latitude
36.261944°
Longitude
-86.775833°
Ortho h
173.83 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the NGS network, which establishes the fundamental horizontal control framework for surveying and mapping throughout the United States. Trig stations such as this serve as precise reference points for geodetic observations and positioning work. Located near Nashville, Tennessee, at coordinates 36.26194° N, 86.77583° W, this point contributes to the regional network supporting accurate surveying operations. Triangulation stations historically provided vertical sightline control through their elevated positions and intervisibility with other network marks. Documentation and verification of such benchmarks remain essential for surveyors conducting boundary surveys, construction projects, and spatial data collection. Maintaining accurate records of these reference points ensures continuity in geodetic control and supports the integrity of surveying practice across the region.

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I24 5 A — NGS GC0892 — Nashville, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #211271 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 173.8 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 36.261944°, -86.775833°, corresponding to 36° 15′ 43.00″ N, 86° 46′ 33.00″ 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 I24 5 A — NGS GC0892 — Nashville, 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)36.261944, -86.775833
WGS84 (DMS)36° 15′ 43.00″ N, 86° 46′ 33.00″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 16N (approx.)
Elevation173.83 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
NASHVILLE TV STATION WLAC MAST — NGS GC2345
1.3 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
TEL — NGS GC2348 — Nashville, US
1.4 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
I25 5 B — NGS GC0891 — Nashville, US
1.6 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
I24 5 — NGS GC0893 — Nashville, US
1.6 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
NASHVILLE RADIO STA WLAC MAST — NGS GC2344
1.9 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
TEL AZ MK — NGS GC0890 — Nashville, US
2.4 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is I24 5 A — NGS GC0892 — Nashville, US?

I24 5 A — NGS GC0892 — Nashville, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #211271 and sits at an elevation of 173.8 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of I24 5 A — NGS GC0892 — Nashville, US?

The position of I24 5 A — NGS GC0892 — Nashville, US in WGS84 is 36.261944°, -86.775833° (decimal), or 36° 15′ 43.00″ N, 86° 46′ 33.00″ 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?

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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.