K 85 — NGS GC0364 — Nashville, US

USNGStrigunknown#210824
Latitude
36.200000°
Longitude
-86.592500°
Ortho h
141.63 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the National Geodetic Survey's foundational control network, which establishes precise horizontal and vertical reference data across the United States. Located near Nashville, Tennessee, at coordinates 36.20000° N, 86.59250° W, this trig point serves as a control station for surveying and mapping activities throughout its region. Triangulation stations of this type were established to provide accurate positional references for cadastral surveys, engineering projects, and cartographic work. The point's designation within the NGS network ensures its availability to surveyors, engineers, and geographic information specialists requiring reliable geodetic control. Documentation and periodic verification of such benchmarks remain essential for maintaining survey accuracy and supporting infrastructure development. Surveyors undertaking work in this area should consult current NGS databases to confirm the point's accessibility and condition before field operations.

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K 85 — NGS GC0364 — Nashville, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #210824 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 141.6 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 36.200000°, -86.592500°, corresponding to 36° 12′ 0.00″ N, 86° 35′ 33.00″ 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 85 — NGS GC0364 — Nashville, 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)36.200000, -86.592500
WGS84 (DMS)36° 12′ 0.00″ N, 86° 35′ 33.00″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 16N (approx.)
Elevation141.63 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
L 85 — NGS GC0363 — Nashville, US
1.9 km away · US
GeoNames topographic database · historic_site
The Hermitage
2.5 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
MILLS AZ MK — NGS GC0706 — Nashville, US
3.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
B 226 — NGS GC0707 — Nashville, US
3.4 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
J 85 — NGS GC0366 — Mount Juliet, US
3.5 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
MILLS RM 1 — NGS GC0705 — Nashville, US
3.7 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is K 85 — NGS GC0364 — Nashville, US?

K 85 — NGS GC0364 — Nashville, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #210824 and sits at an elevation of 141.6 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of K 85 — NGS GC0364 — Nashville, US?

The position of K 85 — NGS GC0364 — Nashville, US in WGS84 is 36.200000°, -86.592500° (decimal), or 36° 12′ 0.00″ N, 86° 35′ 33.00″ 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?

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.