L 281 — NGS KE0209 — Kansas City, US

USNGStrigunknown#950
Latitude
39.157778°
Longitude
-94.671389°
Ortho h
230.69 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the National Geodetic Survey's trig network, a foundational component of the United States' geodetic control infrastructure. Located near Kansas City, Kansas at coordinates 39.15778°N, 94.67139°W, this point serves as a precise horizontal control reference for surveying and mapping activities across the region. Trig stations of this type were established to provide accurate geometric control for large-scale surveys and to support the development of detailed maps and geographic data. The point's position within the NGS network contributes to the framework necessary for cadastral surveys, engineering projects, and spatial data collection. Verification and documentation of such benchmarks remain valuable for maintaining survey integrity and enabling surveyors to access reliable positional references. Regular inspection and recovery of control points ensure their continued utility for professional surveying work and geodetic applications.

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L 281 — NGS KE0209 — Kansas City, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #950 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 230.7 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 39.157778°, -94.671389°, corresponding to 39° 9′ 28.00″ N, 94° 40′ 17.00″ 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 L 281 — NGS KE0209 — Kansas City, 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)39.157778, -94.671389
WGS84 (DMS)39° 9′ 28.00″ N, 94° 40′ 17.00″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 15N (approx.)
Elevation230.69 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
K 281 — NGS KE0210 — Kansas City, US
1.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
25 J — NGS KE0207 — Kansas City, US
1.5 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
J 282 — NGS KE0208 — Kansas City, US
1.6 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
WY 08 — NGS KE1671 — Kansas City, US
1.8 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
OVERLOOK — NGS KE1177 — Kansas City, US
1.9 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
WY 16 — NGS KE1679 — Kansas City, US
2.0 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is L 281 — NGS KE0209 — Kansas City, US?

L 281 — NGS KE0209 — Kansas City, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #950 and sits at an elevation of 230.7 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of L 281 — NGS KE0209 — Kansas City, US?

The position of L 281 — NGS KE0209 — Kansas City, US in WGS84 is 39.157778°, -94.671389° (decimal), or 39° 9′ 28.00″ N, 94° 40′ 17.00″ W in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in United States this falls approximately in UTM Zone 15N (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.