KING — NGS KK1656 — Aurora, US
USNGStrigunknown#5850
Latitude
39.769275°
Longitude
-104.667902°
Ellipsoidal h
1706.53 m
Ortho h
1724.40 m
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This triangulation (trig) station is part of the National Geodetic Survey's network, which forms the foundational control for precise positioning and mapping throughout the United States. Located near Aurora, Colorado, at approximately 39.76927° N, 104.66790° W with an ellipsoidal elevation of 1706.5 meters, this point serves as a reference for surveying, engineering, and spatial data applications across the region.
Trig stations of this type were established to provide accurate horizontal and vertical control for large-scale geodetic work. Modern surveyors rely on documented benchmarks to verify instrument calibration, validate GPS observations, and ensure consistency in mapping projects. The maintenance and accessibility of such reference points remain essential to professional surveying practice and the integrity of geospatial data throughout Colorado and adjacent areas.
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