JAM — NGS DC1555 — San Diego, US

USNGStrigunknown#635983
Latitude
32.731838°
Longitude
-117.117403°
Ortho h
93.00 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the National Geodetic Survey's control network, which establishes the fundamental reference framework for surveying and mapping throughout the United States. Located in the San Diego, California region at coordinates 32.73184° N, 117.11740° W, this trig point serves as a monumented position for horizontal geodetic control. Triangulation stations of this type were historically observed to create precise positional networks across the country. Such marks provide essential reference points for surveyors, engineers, and mapping professionals conducting boundary surveys, construction projects, and geospatial work. Documentation and verification of existing benchmarks remain valuable for the surveying community. Confirming the continued stability and accessibility of these monuments helps maintain the integrity of the geodetic datum and supports accurate field operations. Professional surveyors are encouraged to report the condition and continued existence of such points to the NGS.

Verify this point

Sign in to submit a verification from the field.

Verification history (0)

No verifications yet. Be the first to check this point!
🛰️ Satellite view
ESRI World Imagery · zoom 16 (~1 m/px)
Open in Google Earth →
Satellite imagery of JAM — NGS DC1555 — San Diego, US, USSatellite imagery of JAM — NGS DC1555 — San Diego, US, USSatellite imagery of JAM — NGS DC1555 — San Diego, US, USSatellite imagery of JAM — NGS DC1555 — San Diego, US, USSatellite imagery of JAM — NGS DC1555 — San Diego, US, USSatellite imagery of JAM — NGS DC1555 — San Diego, US, USSatellite imagery of JAM — NGS DC1555 — San Diego, US, USSatellite imagery of JAM — NGS DC1555 — San Diego, US, USSatellite imagery of JAM — NGS DC1555 — San Diego, US, US
🗺️ Google Maps🚗 Street View🅱️ Bing Maps🌐 OpenStreetMap
Imagery © Esri · Earthstar Geographics · USGS · NASA · All providers credited

JAM — NGS DC1555 — San Diego, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #635983 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 93.0 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 32.731838°, -117.117403°, corresponding to 32° 43′ 54.62″ N, 117° 7′ 2.65″ 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 JAM — NGS DC1555 — San Diego, 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)32.731838, -117.117403
WGS84 (DMS)32° 43′ 54.62″ N, 117° 7′ 2.65″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 11N (approx.)
Elevation93.00 m
Precise conversionOpen in coordinate converter →

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:

GeoNames topographic database · historic_site
Pacific Southwest Flight 182 Crash Site
1.3 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
JET — NGS DC1580 — San Diego, US
1.7 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
DOT — NGS DC1569 — San Diego, US
1.7 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
Y 280 — NGS DC0849 — San Diego, US
2.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
J 61 — NGS DC0706 — San Diego, US
2.4 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
JOB — NGS DC1474 — San Diego, US
2.7 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is JAM — NGS DC1555 — San Diego, US?

JAM — NGS DC1555 — San Diego, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #635983 and sits at an elevation of 93.0 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of JAM — NGS DC1555 — San Diego, US?

The position of JAM — NGS DC1555 — San Diego, US in WGS84 is 32.731838°, -117.117403° (decimal), or 32° 43′ 54.62″ N, 117° 7′ 2.65″ W in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in United States this falls approximately in UTM Zone 11N (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.