M 134 — NGS NG0241 — Wilmette, US

USNGStrigunknown#215635
Latitude
42.080000°
Longitude
-87.764722°
Ortho h
191.31 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station represents a component of the National Geodetic Survey's horizontal control network, which establishes precise geodetic positions across the United States. Trig stations serve as fixed reference points for surveying and mapping operations, providing fundamental control for more detailed local surveys. Located near Wilmette, Illinois, this benchmark contributes to the geodetic framework covering the Chicago metropolitan region and surrounding areas. The station's coordinates at 42.08000° north latitude and -87.76472° west longitude define its position within the national datum system. Documentation and periodic verification of such control points remain essential for maintaining survey accuracy and supporting infrastructure development, land records, and scientific research. Professional surveyors and engineers rely on these reference stations to ensure consistency and reliability in spatial measurements and mapping projects.

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M 134 — NGS NG0241 — Wilmette, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #215635 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 191.3 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 42.080000°, -87.764722°, corresponding to 42° 4′ 48.00″ N, 87° 45′ 53.00″ 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 M 134 — NGS NG0241 — Wilmette, 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)42.080000, -87.764722
WGS84 (DMS)42° 4′ 48.00″ N, 87° 45′ 53.00″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 16N (approx.)
Elevation191.31 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 134 — NGS NG0240 — Wilmette, US
0.7 km away · US
OpenStreetMap contributors · survey_point
survey_point
1.0 km away · CA
OpenStreetMap contributors · survey_point
survey_point
1.0 km away · CA
US NGS · triangulation station
N 134 — NGS NG0242 — Glenview, US
1.1 km away · US
OpenStreetMap contributors · survey_point
survey_point
1.1 km away · CA
US NGS · triangulation station
SKOKIE COOK CO CORS ARP — NGS DO7621
1.8 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is M 134 — NGS NG0241 — Wilmette, US?

M 134 — NGS NG0241 — Wilmette, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #215635 and sits at an elevation of 191.3 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of M 134 — NGS NG0241 — Wilmette, US?

The position of M 134 — NGS NG0241 — Wilmette, US in WGS84 is 42.080000°, -87.764722° (decimal), or 42° 4′ 48.00″ N, 87° 45′ 53.00″ 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.