N 27 — NGS JX0180 — Fairmont, US

USNGStrigunknown#7433
Latitude
39.484844°
Longitude
-80.144447°
Ortho h
297.97 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
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This trigonometric station is part of the National Geodetic Survey's network of control points that form the foundation of the United States' surveying and mapping infrastructure. Trig stations serve as precisely located reference points for establishing horizontal control in geodetic surveys and supporting subsequent mapping efforts across regions. Located near Fairmont, West Virginia, at coordinates 39.48484° N, 80.14445° W, this benchmark contributes to the geodetic framework covering the state and surrounding areas. Trig stations of this type are traditionally established at elevated or prominent locations to facilitate visibility and sighting for surveying operations. Verification and proper documentation of control points remain essential for maintaining the accuracy and reliability of survey work, infrastructure development, and geographic information systems. Recording the existence and condition of such stations ensures their availability for future surveys and positional reference needs in the region.

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N 27 — NGS JX0180 — Fairmont, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #7433 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 298.0 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 39.484844°, -80.144447°, corresponding to 39° 29′ 5.44″ N, 80° 8′ 40.01″ 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 N 27 — NGS JX0180 — Fairmont, 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)39.484844, -80.144447
WGS84 (DMS)39° 29′ 5.44″ N, 80° 8′ 40.01″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 17N (approx.)
Elevation297.97 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
FAIRMONT COUNTY CTHSE DOME — NGS JX1897
0.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
M 27 — NGS JX0181 — Fairmont, US
0.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
L 27 — NGS JX0182 — Fairmont, US
0.2 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
MR 127 LA — NGS JX2332 — Fairmont, US
0.3 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
3 BORR — NGS JX0179 — Fairmont, US
0.4 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
4 BORR — NGS JX0183 — Fairmont, US
0.4 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is N 27 — NGS JX0180 — Fairmont, US?

N 27 — NGS JX0180 — Fairmont, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #7433 and sits at an elevation of 298.0 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of N 27 — NGS JX0180 — Fairmont, US?

The position of N 27 — NGS JX0180 — Fairmont, US in WGS84 is 39.484844°, -80.144447° (decimal), or 39° 29′ 5.44″ N, 80° 8′ 40.01″ 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.