MR 12 LA — NGS KX2431 — Duquesne, US

USNGStrigunknown#633361
Latitude
40.379444°
Longitude
-79.850556°
Ortho h
231.92 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This trigonometric station is part of the National Geodetic Survey's fundamental control network, which establishes accurate horizontal and vertical reference points across the United States. Trigonometric stations like this one serve as primary control monuments for large-scale surveying projects, mapping initiatives, and geodetic measurements throughout their regions. Located near Duquesne, Pennsylvania, this benchmark contributes to the surveying infrastructure of southwestern Pennsylvania. The coordinates 40.37944°N, -79.85056°W position this point within an industrially significant area of the state. Verification and documentation of existing geodetic monuments remain essential for maintaining survey accuracy and continuity. Surveyors and engineers depend on these established reference points to ensure consistent positional data for infrastructure projects, property surveys, and scientific applications. The preservation and proper marking of such control stations supports the long-term reliability of regional surveying work.

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MR 12 LA — NGS KX2431 — Duquesne, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #633361 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 231.9 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 40.379444°, -79.850556°, corresponding to 40° 22′ 46.00″ N, 79° 51′ 2.00″ 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 MR 12 LA — NGS KX2431 — Duquesne, 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)40.379444, -79.850556
WGS84 (DMS)40° 22′ 46.00″ N, 79° 51′ 2.00″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 17N (approx.)
Elevation231.92 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
T 133 — NGS KX1325 — Duquesne, US
0.6 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
MR 11 LA — NGS KX2430 — Duquesne, US
0.7 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
S 133 RESET — NGS KX1324 — Duquesne, US
0.7 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
3037 — NGS KX1370 — North Versailles, US
0.9 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
3035 — NGS KX1371 — North Versailles, US
1.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
HL 18 B — NGS KX2394 — North Braddock, US
1.2 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is MR 12 LA — NGS KX2431 — Duquesne, US?

MR 12 LA — NGS KX2431 — Duquesne, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #633361 and sits at an elevation of 231.9 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of MR 12 LA — NGS KX2431 — Duquesne, US?

The position of MR 12 LA — NGS KX2431 — Duquesne, US in WGS84 is 40.379444°, -79.850556° (decimal), or 40° 22′ 46.00″ N, 79° 51′ 2.00″ W in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in United States this falls approximately in UTM Zone 17N (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.