M 205 — NGS JC0208 — Maplewood, US

USNGStrigunknown#7350
Latitude
38.608889°
Longitude
-90.315000°
Ortho h
145.34 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the National Geodetic Survey's network of geodetic control points distributed across the United States. Located near Maplewood, Missouri, at coordinates 38.60889° N, 90.31500° W, this trig point serves as a reference marker for surveying and mapping operations in the region. Triangulation stations of this type historically provided the foundational control network for establishing accurate geographic positions and elevations across the country. Such points remain valuable for verifying survey work, conducting cadastral surveys, and supporting engineering projects requiring precise horizontal positioning. The point's proximity to the St. Louis metropolitan area makes it relevant for regional surveying activities. Documentation and verification of existing benchmark locations is essential for maintaining the integrity of geodetic networks and ensuring continued utility for professional surveyors. Locating and confirming the physical condition of such reference points supports the ongoing infrastructure of national spatial data.

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M 205 — NGS JC0208 — Maplewood, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #7350 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 145.3 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 38.608889°, -90.315000°, corresponding to 38° 36′ 32.00″ N, 90° 18′ 54.00″ 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 205 — NGS JC0208 — Maplewood, 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)38.608889, -90.315000
WGS84 (DMS)38° 36′ 32.00″ N, 90° 18′ 54.00″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 15N (approx.)
Elevation145.34 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
SL 02 — NGS AA8608 — Maplewood, US
0.7 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
K 311 — NGS JC0209 — Maplewood, US
1.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
L 205 — NGS JC0210 — Maplewood, US
1.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
L 311 — NGS JC0211 — Maplewood, US
1.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
N 205 — NGS JC0207 — St. Louis, US
1.5 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
K 205 — NGS JC0212 — Webster Groves, US
2.1 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is M 205 — NGS JC0208 — Maplewood, US?

M 205 — NGS JC0208 — Maplewood, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #7350 and sits at an elevation of 145.3 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of M 205 — NGS JC0208 — Maplewood, US?

The position of M 205 — NGS JC0208 — Maplewood, US in WGS84 is 38.608889°, -90.315000° (decimal), or 38° 36′ 32.00″ N, 90° 18′ 54.00″ 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.