KIRTLAND 2 RM 4 — NGS FO0348 — Albuquerque, US

USNGStrigunknown#4536
Latitude
35.049425°
Longitude
-106.619092°
Ortho h
1619.12 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
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This is a triangulation station (trig point) within the National Geodetic Survey network, which forms a foundational component of the United States' geodetic infrastructure. Trig points serve as precisely positioned reference stations used to control surveying operations, mapping projects, and spatial data acquisition across regional and national scales. Located near Albuquerque, New Mexico, at coordinates 35.04942°N, 106.61909°W, this benchmark contributes to the NGS network that supports civil engineering, land surveying, and geographic information systems throughout the country. As with all NGS control points, verification and documentation of this station's accessibility and condition remain valuable for surveyors and mapping professionals who depend on reliable reference data. Proper maintenance and recovery of such monuments ensures the integrity of subsequent survey work and mapping accuracy in the region.

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KIRTLAND 2 RM 4 — NGS FO0348 — Albuquerque, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #4536 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 1619.1 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 35.049425°, -106.619092°, corresponding to 35° 2′ 57.93″ N, 106° 37′ 8.73″ 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 KIRTLAND 2 RM 4 — NGS FO0348 — Albuquerque, 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)35.049425, -106.619092
WGS84 (DMS)35° 2′ 57.93″ N, 106° 37′ 8.73″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 13N (approx.)
Elevation1619.12 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
KIRTLAND 2 — NGS FO0346 — Albuquerque, US
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KIRTLAND 2 RM 3 — NGS FO0347 — Albuquerque, US
0.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
KIRTLAND 3 — NGS FO0349 — Albuquerque, US
0.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
ALBUQUERQUE MUN APT WIND SOCK — NGS FO1252
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US NGS · triangulation station
ALBUQUERQUE MUN APT FLAG — NGS FO1249
0.3 km away · US
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KIRT — NGS FO0342 — Albuquerque, US
0.3 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is KIRTLAND 2 RM 4 — NGS FO0348 — Albuquerque, US?

KIRTLAND 2 RM 4 — NGS FO0348 — Albuquerque, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #4536 and sits at an elevation of 1619.1 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of KIRTLAND 2 RM 4 — NGS FO0348 — Albuquerque, US?

The position of KIRTLAND 2 RM 4 — NGS FO0348 — Albuquerque, US in WGS84 is 35.049425°, -106.619092° (decimal), or 35° 2′ 57.93″ N, 106° 37′ 8.73″ W in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in United States this falls approximately in UTM Zone 13N (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.