MT WILSON — NGS JV6034 — Baltimore County, US

USNGStrigunknown#634688
Latitude
39.383219°
Longitude
-76.764443°
Ortho h
172.00 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
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This triangulation station is part of the National Geodetic Survey's horizontal control network, which establishes the fundamental geodetic framework for the United States. Located in Baltimore County, Maryland, at coordinates 39.38322° N, 76.76444° W, this trig point serves as a reference station for surveying and mapping operations throughout the region. Triangulation stations of this type were historically observed and computed to provide accurate positional data for cadastral surveys, engineering projects, and cartographic work. The NGS maintains these monuments as part of the national spatial reference system, enabling surveyors and geospatial professionals to conduct consistent and reliable measurements. Verification and documentation of existing benchmarks remain essential for preserving the integrity of the geodetic network. Confirming the physical condition and accessibility of such control points ensures their continued utility for modern surveying applications and supports the traceability required in professional practice.

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MT WILSON — NGS JV6034 — Baltimore County, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #634688 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 172.0 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 39.383219°, -76.764443°, corresponding to 39° 22′ 59.59″ N, 76° 45′ 52.00″ 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 MT WILSON — NGS JV6034 — Baltimore County, 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)39.383219, -76.764443
WGS84 (DMS)39° 22′ 59.59″ N, 76° 45′ 52.00″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 18N (approx.)
Elevation172.00 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 13 — NGS JV0787 — Baltimore County, US
0.7 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
RANDALLSTOWN RAD WBAL CEN MAST — NGS JV6039 — Baltimore County, US
1.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
WBAL WEST RADIO MAST — NGS JV6037 — Baltimore County, US
1.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
C 92 RESET — NGS JV0778 — Towson, US
2.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
E 92 — NGS JV0776 — Baltimore County, US
2.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
C 112 MDSRC — NGS JV1282 — Towson, US
2.0 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is MT WILSON — NGS JV6034 — Baltimore County, US?

MT WILSON — NGS JV6034 — Baltimore County, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #634688 and sits at an elevation of 172.0 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of MT WILSON — NGS JV6034 — Baltimore County, US?

The position of MT WILSON — NGS JV6034 — Baltimore County, US in WGS84 is 39.383219°, -76.764443° (decimal), or 39° 22′ 59.59″ N, 76° 45′ 52.00″ 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.

Original source: this record was imported from ngs_public. Always refer to the original datasheet for the most up-to-date and authoritative data.