LIM 2 — NGS FO0359 — Albuquerque, US

USNGStrigunknown#3836
Latitude
35.028611°
Longitude
-106.544444°
Ortho h
1620.20 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
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This triangulation station is part of the National Geodetic Survey's network of reference points that form the foundation of the United States' geodetic infrastructure. Located near Albuquerque, New Mexico, at coordinates 35.02861° N, 106.54444° W, this trig point serves as a control station for horizontal positioning and survey work across the region. Triangulation stations like this one establish accurate coordinate frameworks essential for mapping, land surveying, engineering projects, and scientific applications. The NGS network represents decades of precise measurements integral to cadastral systems and large-scale surveying efforts. Documentation and verification of such benchmark locations remain valuable to the surveying profession, as these points provide verifiable geodetic control and continuity for modern survey operations and datum transformations. Their continued accessibility and accurate documentation support spatial data integrity across multiple disciplines.

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LIM 2 — NGS FO0359 — Albuquerque, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #3836 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 1620.2 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 35.028611°, -106.544444°, corresponding to 35° 1′ 43.00″ N, 106° 32′ 40.00″ 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 LIM 2 — NGS FO0359 — 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)35.028611, -106.544444
WGS84 (DMS)35° 1′ 43.00″ N, 106° 32′ 40.00″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 13N (approx.)
Elevation1620.20 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
S 336 — NGS FO0358 — Albuquerque, US
1.4 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
SB 3 — NGS FO0360 — Albuquerque, US
1.6 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
ALBUQUERQUE SANDIA AFB TWR — NGS FO1207
2.6 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
R 336 — NGS FO0357 — Albuquerque, US
2.6 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
T 336 — NGS FO0361 — Albuquerque, US
3.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
TIJERAS 2 RM 5 — NGS FO1259 — Albuquerque, US
3.3 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is LIM 2 — NGS FO0359 — Albuquerque, US?

LIM 2 — NGS FO0359 — Albuquerque, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #3836 and sits at an elevation of 1620.2 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of LIM 2 — NGS FO0359 — Albuquerque, US?

The position of LIM 2 — NGS FO0359 — Albuquerque, US in WGS84 is 35.028611°, -106.544444° (decimal), or 35° 1′ 43.00″ N, 106° 32′ 40.00″ 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.