IRON BOLT — NGS CE0117 — El Paso, US

This triangulation station is part of the NGS network, which establishes and maintains the foundational geodetic control for the United States. Located near El Paso, Texas at coordinates 31.80250°N, 106.39528°W, this trig point serves as a reference station for horizontal control surveys throughout the region. Triangulation stations of this type were historically observed and connected through networks of sight lines to create a spatially accurate framework for mapping and surveying activities. Such stations remain valuable for verification and documentation purposes, enabling surveyors and engineers to reference their work to established geodetic datums. The location in the El Paso area places this point within important surveying infrastructure for the southwestern United States, supporting applications ranging from engineering projects to cadastral surveys. Continued maintenance and documentation of such benchmarks preserves the integrity of the geodetic network and ensures reliable reference data for professional surveying practice.

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