N 40 — NGS DG0618 — Atlanta, US

USNGStrigunknown#7838
Latitude
33.830996°
Longitude
-84.364108°
Ortho h
273.15 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the National Geodetic Survey's network of precisely positioned reference points that form the foundation of the United States' geodetic control system. Located near Atlanta, Georgia, at coordinates 33.83100° N, 84.36411° W, this trig point serves as a monumented survey marker established to provide accurate horizontal control for mapping, boundary determination, and engineering projects across the region. Triangulation stations of this type were systematically developed to enable surveyors and geodesists to reference their work to a common, accurate datum. The point's precise geographical position makes it valuable for verifying and documenting survey networks, establishing local control, and supporting infrastructure development. Proper maintenance and documentation of such monuments remains important for the continuity and reliability of surveying work in the area and for preserving the integrity of the national geodetic framework.

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N 40 — NGS DG0618 — Atlanta, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #7838 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 273.2 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 33.830996°, -84.364108°, corresponding to 33° 49′ 51.59″ N, 84° 21′ 50.79″ 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 40 — NGS DG0618 — Atlanta, 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)33.830996, -84.364108
WGS84 (DMS)33° 49′ 51.59″ N, 84° 21′ 50.79″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 16N (approx.)
Elevation273.15 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
N 39 — NGS DG0617 — Atlanta, US
0.4 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
N 41 — NGS DG0619 — Atlanta, US
0.4 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
E 254 — NGS DG0372 — Atlanta, US
0.4 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
E 254 RESET 1960 — NGS DG0373 — Atlanta, US
0.4 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
N 42 — NGS DG0620 — Atlanta, US
0.6 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
N 43 — NGS DG0621 — Atlanta, US
0.8 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is N 40 — NGS DG0618 — Atlanta, US?

N 40 — NGS DG0618 — Atlanta, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #7838 and sits at an elevation of 273.2 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of N 40 — NGS DG0618 — Atlanta, US?

The position of N 40 — NGS DG0618 — Atlanta, US in WGS84 is 33.830996°, -84.364108° (decimal), or 33° 49′ 51.59″ N, 84° 21′ 50.79″ W in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in United States this falls approximately in UTM Zone 16N (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.