MILFORD RM 2 — NGS JV1233 — Towson, US

USNGStrigunknown#634743
Latitude
39.353328°
Longitude
-76.749992°
Ortho h
140.45 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
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This triangulation station is part of the NGS network, which establishes the fundamental geometric framework for geodetic control across the United States. Located near Towson, Maryland at latitude 39.35333° and longitude -76.74999°, this trig point serves as a reference station for horizontal positioning. Triangulation stations of this type were historically observed and computed to create networks of known positions from which secondary surveys could be referenced and coordinated. The point's continued documentation and preservation supports verification of existing survey work and provides reliable control for modern surveying operations. Maintaining accurate records of benchmark locations, coordinates, and monumentation condition ensures the integrity of cadastral surveys, engineering projects, and geographic information systems throughout the region. Surveyors conducting work in this area benefit from access to established control points for establishing local coordinate systems and validating measurements.

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MILFORD RM 2 — NGS JV1233 — Towson, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #634743 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 140.4 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 39.353328°, -76.749992°, corresponding to 39° 21′ 11.98″ N, 76° 44′ 59.97″ 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 MILFORD RM 2 — NGS JV1233 — Towson, 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)39.353328, -76.749992
WGS84 (DMS)39° 21′ 11.98″ N, 76° 44′ 59.97″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 18N (approx.)
Elevation140.45 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
MILFORD — NGS JV1232 — Towson, US
0.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
MILFORD RM 1 — NGS JV1234 — Towson, US
0.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
U 96 RESET — NGS JV6526 — Towson, US
0.8 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
T 96 — NGS JV1230 — Towson, US
0.8 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
T 96 RESET — NGS JV1231 — Towson, US
0.8 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
C 92 RESET — NGS JV0778 — Towson, US
1.6 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is MILFORD RM 2 — NGS JV1233 — Towson, US?

MILFORD RM 2 — NGS JV1233 — Towson, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #634743 and sits at an elevation of 140.4 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of MILFORD RM 2 — NGS JV1233 — Towson, US?

The position of MILFORD RM 2 — NGS JV1233 — Towson, US in WGS84 is 39.353328°, -76.749992° (decimal), or 39° 21′ 11.98″ N, 76° 44′ 59.97″ W in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in United States this falls approximately in UTM Zone 18N (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.

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