LFUCG GPS STA 0041 — NGS HZ2617 — Lexington, US

USNGStrigunknown#210493
Latitude
38.017369°
Longitude
-84.574910°
Ellipsoidal h
253.61 m
Ortho h
286.90 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This is a triangulation station within the National Geodetic Survey network, a foundational component of the United States' geodetic infrastructure. Located near Lexington, Kentucky, at 38.01737°, -84.57491°, the point is recorded at an ellipsoidal elevation of 253.6 m. Triangulation stations of this type served as control points for establishing accurate horizontal and vertical datum references across the nation. As part of the NGS network, this benchmark contributes to surveying, mapping, and engineering projects requiring precise spatial positioning. Modern surveyors and geodetic professionals continue to rely on documented reference points to verify contemporary measurements and maintain datum consistency. Documentation and periodic verification of such marks ensure their continued utility for future surveys and GPS validation work throughout the region.

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LFUCG GPS STA 0041 — NGS HZ2617 — Lexington, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #210493 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 286.9 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 38.017369°, -84.574910°, corresponding to 38° 1′ 2.53″ N, 84° 34′ 29.68″ 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 LFUCG GPS STA 0041 — NGS HZ2617 — Lexington, 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)38.017369, -84.574910
WGS84 (DMS)38° 1′ 2.53″ N, 84° 34′ 29.68″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 16N (approx.)
Elevation286.90 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
LFUCG GPS STA 0041 B — NGS DR3838 — Lexington, US
0.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
0041 AZI — NGS DR3820 — Lexington, US
0.3 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
0135 AZ 2 — NGS DS2973 — Lexington, US
1.4 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
LFUCG GPS STA 0079 — NGS HZ2639 — Lexington, US
1.4 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
0043 AZI — NGS DR9040 — Lexington, US
1.7 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
0026 AZI — NGS DR3813 — Lexington, US
1.7 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is LFUCG GPS STA 0041 — NGS HZ2617 — Lexington, US?

LFUCG GPS STA 0041 — NGS HZ2617 — Lexington, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #210493 and sits at an elevation of 286.9 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of LFUCG GPS STA 0041 — NGS HZ2617 — Lexington, US?

The position of LFUCG GPS STA 0041 — NGS HZ2617 — Lexington, US in WGS84 is 38.017369°, -84.574910° (decimal), or 38° 1′ 2.53″ N, 84° 34′ 29.68″ 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.