K 321 RM — NGS DC1159 — San Diego, US

USNGStrigunknown#635722
Latitude
32.892778°
Longitude
-117.114444°
Ortho h
159.02 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the NGS network, which maintains the geodetic infrastructure supporting surveying and mapping throughout the United States. Triangulation points serve as control stations for establishing accurate horizontal positions and provide reference geometry for surveying projects across broad geographic areas. Located in the San Diego, California region at coordinates 32.89278°, -117.11444°, this benchmark contributes to the regional control network. Triangulation stations like this one historically provided the foundational framework for detailed surveys before the advent of GPS technology, and remain valuable reference points for verifying modern measurements and maintaining consistency in surveying work. Documentation and periodic verification of such geodetic control points ensure their continued utility for professional surveyors, engineers, and cartographers. Accurate position data supports infrastructure development, property boundary establishment, and scientific research requiring reliable spatial reference.

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K 321 RM — NGS DC1159 — 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 #635722 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 159.0 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 32.892778°, -117.114444°, corresponding to 32° 53′ 34.00″ N, 117° 6′ 52.00″ 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 K 321 RM — NGS DC1159 — 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)32.892778, -117.114444
WGS84 (DMS)32° 53′ 34.00″ N, 117° 6′ 52.00″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 11N (approx.)
Elevation159.02 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
C 897 — NGS DC1161 — San Diego County, US
0.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
LJ 51 — NGS DC1158 — San Diego, US
0.5 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
CAMPELLIOTCS2004 CORS GRP — NGS DH4104 — San Diego, US
1.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
LJ 128 — NGS DC1166 — San Diego, US
1.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
U 896 — NGS DC1162 — San Diego, US
1.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
S 1305 — NGS DC1353 — San Diego, US
1.1 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is K 321 RM — NGS DC1159 — San Diego, US?

K 321 RM — NGS DC1159 — San Diego, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #635722 and sits at an elevation of 159.0 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of K 321 RM — NGS DC1159 — San Diego, US?

The position of K 321 RM — NGS DC1159 — San Diego, US in WGS84 is 32.892778°, -117.114444° (decimal), or 32° 53′ 34.00″ N, 117° 6′ 52.00″ 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?

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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.