I64 T 54 RM 2 — NGS HZ0490 — Lexington, US

USNGStrigunknown#209979
Latitude
38.142194°
Longitude
-84.569731°
Ortho h
283.68 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
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This triangulation station is part of the National Geodetic Survey's horizontal control network, which establishes precise spatial reference points across the United States. Located near Lexington, Kentucky at coordinates 38.14219° N, 84.56973° W, this trig point serves as a fundamental survey monument for regional geodetic work. Triangulation stations of this type provide horizontal positional control for mapping, engineering surveys, and infrastructure development. As part of the NGS network, this point contributes to the national datum framework that coordinates all surveying activities within its region. The value of maintaining accurate documentation and periodic verification of such benchmarks cannot be overstated. These reference points anchor large-scale surveying projects, boundary establishment, and the integration of local surveys into the broader geodetic network. Surveyors and engineers rely on the integrity and accessibility of these monuments for accurate field work and positional consistency.

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I64 T 54 RM 2 — NGS HZ0490 — Lexington, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #209979 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 283.7 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 38.142194°, -84.569731°, corresponding to 38° 8′ 31.90″ N, 84° 34′ 11.03″ 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 I64 T 54 RM 2 — NGS HZ0490 — Lexington, 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)38.142194, -84.569731
WGS84 (DMS)38° 8′ 31.90″ N, 84° 34′ 11.03″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 16N (approx.)
Elevation283.68 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
I64 T 54 RM 4 — NGS HZ1854 — Lexington, US
0.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
I64 T 54 RESET — NGS HZ1853 — Lexington, US
0.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
I64 T 54 RM 3 — NGS HZ1855 — Lexington, US
0.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
I64 T 54 AZ MK RESET — NGS AI5431 — Lexington, US
0.3 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
I64 T 54 AZ MK — NGS HZ0492 — Lexington, US
0.3 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
I64 L 57 — NGS HZ0488 — Scott County, US
1.4 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is I64 T 54 RM 2 — NGS HZ0490 — Lexington, US?

I64 T 54 RM 2 — NGS HZ0490 — Lexington, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #209979 and sits at an elevation of 283.7 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of I64 T 54 RM 2 — NGS HZ0490 — Lexington, US?

The position of I64 T 54 RM 2 — NGS HZ0490 — Lexington, US in WGS84 is 38.142194°, -84.569731° (decimal), or 38° 8′ 31.90″ N, 84° 34′ 11.03″ 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.