M 718 — NGS RD1586 — Portland, US

USNGStrigunknown#5487
Latitude
45.535000°
Longitude
-122.629722°
Ortho h
44.26 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the National Geodetic Survey's network of control points that establish the fundamental reference framework for surveying and mapping throughout the United States. Located near Portland, Oregon at coordinates 45.53500° N, -122.62972° W, this trig point serves as a fixed reference for positioning and elevation control in regional surveying operations. Triangulation stations of this type were historically established to create networks of precisely positioned points visible from distant locations, enabling surveyors to extend accurate control across broad areas. Modern surveyors and GIS professionals continue to utilize such benchmarks to verify survey accuracy, calibrate equipment, and ensure consistency in spatial data collection. Documentation and verification of these reference points remain essential to maintaining the integrity of the nation's geodetic infrastructure. Their continued accessibility supports land surveying, engineering projects, and authoritative mapping efforts across the region.

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M 718 — NGS RD1586 — Portland, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #5487 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 44.3 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 45.535000°, -122.629722°, corresponding to 45° 32′ 6.00″ N, 122° 37′ 47.00″ 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 718 — NGS RD1586 — Portland, 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)45.535000, -122.629722
WGS84 (DMS)45° 32′ 6.00″ N, 122° 37′ 47.00″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 10N (approx.)
Elevation44.26 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 23 — NGS RD0344 — Portland, US
0.3 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
L 718 — NGS RD1585 — Portland, US
0.7 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
PORTLAND DOERNBECHER MFG STACK — NGS RD3228
0.7 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
CROSS — NGS RD2932 — Portland, US
1.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
1859 — NGS RD1587 — Portland, US
1.2 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
L 484 — NGS RD0343 — Portland, US
1.3 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is M 718 — NGS RD1586 — Portland, US?

M 718 — NGS RD1586 — Portland, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #5487 and sits at an elevation of 44.3 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of M 718 — NGS RD1586 — Portland, US?

The position of M 718 — NGS RD1586 — Portland, US in WGS84 is 45.535000°, -122.629722° (decimal), or 45° 32′ 6.00″ N, 122° 37′ 47.00″ W in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in United States this falls approximately in UTM Zone 10N (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.