JA 20 — NGS KE1659 — Raytown, US

USNGStrigunknown#1604
Latitude
39.026654°
Longitude
-94.460657°
Ellipsoidal h
257.83 m
Ortho h
290.80 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This trigonometric station is part of the National Geodetic Survey's classical triangulation network, which establishes foundational horizontal and vertical control across the United States. Located near Raytown, Missouri, at coordinates 39.02665° north latitude and 94.46066° west longitude, this benchmark serves as a reference point for surveying, mapping, and spatial positioning activities in the greater Kansas City metropolitan region. The trig station's documented ellipsoidal elevation of 257.8 meters contributes to the three-dimensional geodetic framework essential for cadastral surveys, infrastructure projects, and scientific applications. NGS monuments of this type are designed for permanence and visibility, enabling surveyors and engineers to verify local surveys against established national standards. Regular documentation and verification of such benchmarks maintain the integrity of the Nation's Spatial Reference System, supporting both legacy survey work and modern positioning technologies.

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JA 20 — NGS KE1659 — Raytown, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #1604 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 290.8 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 39.026654°, -94.460657°, corresponding to 39° 1′ 35.95″ N, 94° 27′ 38.36″ 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 JA 20 — NGS KE1659 — Raytown, 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)39.026654, -94.460657
WGS84 (DMS)39° 1′ 35.95″ N, 94° 27′ 38.36″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 15N (approx.)
Elevation290.80 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
RAYTOWN E 63RD ST MUN TANK — NGS KE1385
2.0 km away · US
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RAYTOWN NE MUNICIPAL TANK — NGS KE1369 — Independence, US
2.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
RAYTOWN PRESB CH CROSS — NGS KE1387
2.6 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
G 231 — NGS KE0135 — Independence, US
3.5 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
KANSAS CITY MOSHD RAD TWR — NGS KE1390
3.7 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
BYPASS AZ MK — NGS KE1384 — Kansas City, US
3.7 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is JA 20 — NGS KE1659 — Raytown, US?

JA 20 — NGS KE1659 — Raytown, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #1604 and sits at an elevation of 290.8 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of JA 20 — NGS KE1659 — Raytown, US?

The position of JA 20 — NGS KE1659 — Raytown, US in WGS84 is 39.026654°, -94.460657° (decimal), or 39° 1′ 35.95″ N, 94° 27′ 38.36″ W in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in United States this falls approximately in UTM Zone 15N (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.