KEDZIE — NGS ME2958 — Chicago, US

USNGStrigunknown#215137
Latitude
41.741396°
Longitude
-87.689681°
Ortho h
190.00 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the National Geodetic Survey network that establishes the fundamental geodetic control framework across the United States. Trig stations of this type serve as reference points for horizontal positioning and are established at locations selected for visibility and geometric strength within survey networks. Located in the Chicago, Illinois area at coordinates 41.74140°N, 87.68968°W, this benchmark contributes to regional survey networks used for mapping, engineering projects, and spatial data accuracy. Triangulation stations historically provided inter-visible points for classical surveying methods and continue to hold value as established control points in modern geodetic infrastructure. Documentation and verification of such benchmarks remain important for surveyors and geospatial professionals who rely on stable reference points for accurate positioning work. The preservation of NGS control point records ensures continuity of survey networks and facilitates integration with contemporary positioning systems.

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KEDZIE — NGS ME2958 — Chicago, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #215137 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 190.0 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 41.741396°, -87.689681°, corresponding to 41° 44′ 29.03″ N, 87° 41′ 22.85″ 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 KEDZIE — NGS ME2958 — Chicago, 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)41.741396, -87.689681
WGS84 (DMS)41° 44′ 29.03″ N, 87° 41′ 22.85″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 16N (approx.)
Elevation190.00 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
FAN MARKER KEDZIE RBN KEDZIE — NGS ME2959 — Chicago, US
0.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
KEDZIE ECC — NGS ME2955 — Chicago, US
0.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
RYAN — NGS ME2970 — Chicago, US
0.8 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
RYAN AZ MK — NGS ME2986 — Chicago, US
0.9 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
042 — NGS ME2973 — Cook County, US
1.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
CHICAGO RAD STA WGES NW MAST — NGS ME2953
1.0 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is KEDZIE — NGS ME2958 — Chicago, US?

KEDZIE — NGS ME2958 — Chicago, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #215137 and sits at an elevation of 190.0 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of KEDZIE — NGS ME2958 — Chicago, US?

The position of KEDZIE — NGS ME2958 — Chicago, US in WGS84 is 41.741396°, -87.689681° (decimal), or 41° 44′ 29.03″ N, 87° 41′ 22.85″ 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?

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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.