NAVY 2 — NGS HT0886 — Alameda, US

USNGStrigunknown#2755
Latitude
37.786389°
Longitude
-122.302778°
Ortho h
2.50 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the National Geodetic Survey's horizontal control network, which establishes the foundational reference frame for surveying and mapping across the United States. Located in the Alameda, California area, this trig point serves as a precisely positioned monument for ground surveys, engineering projects, and geospatial applications requiring accurate horizontal datum values. Triangulation stations of this class historically functioned as primary vertices in networks connecting numerous secondary control points across regions. The coordinates provided (37.78639°N, 122.30278°W) enable surveyors and GIS professionals to verify local survey work and establish consistent spatial references. Verification and documentation of existing benchmarks remain essential for maintaining survey integrity and identifying potential monument displacement due to natural or anthropogenic causes. Professionals utilizing this reference should confirm current monument condition and accessibility before field operations.

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NAVY 2 — NGS HT0886 — Alameda, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #2755 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 2.5 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 37.786389°, -122.302778°, corresponding to 37° 47′ 11.00″ N, 122° 18′ 10.00″ 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 NAVY 2 — NGS HT0886 — Alameda, 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)37.786389, -122.302778
WGS84 (DMS)37° 47′ 11.00″ N, 122° 18′ 10.00″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 10N (approx.)
Elevation2.50 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
941 4750 TIDAL NAVY 17 — NGS HT0885 — Alameda, US
0.2 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
941 4750 TIDAL 10 — NGS HT0887 — Alameda, US
0.4 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
941 4750 TIDAL 6 — NGS HT0883 — Alameda, US
0.5 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
WATER TANK NORTH — NGS HT0884 — Alameda, US
0.5 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
941 4750 Q TIDAL — NGS HT3554 — Alameda, US
0.6 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
A 477 — NGS HT0895 — Alameda, US
0.6 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is NAVY 2 — NGS HT0886 — Alameda, US?

NAVY 2 — NGS HT0886 — Alameda, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #2755 and sits at an elevation of 2.5 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of NAVY 2 — NGS HT0886 — Alameda, US?

The position of NAVY 2 — NGS HT0886 — Alameda, US in WGS84 is 37.786389°, -122.302778° (decimal), or 37° 47′ 11.00″ N, 122° 18′ 10.00″ W in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in United States this falls approximately in UTM Zone 10N (approx.).

How can I reach and visit this triangulation station?

Use the satellite imagery above to see the surrounding area. You can open this location directly in Google Maps, Google Earth, Bing Maps, or OpenStreetMap using the buttons provided. Many geodetic points are accessible to the public; some are on protected or private land — check local regulations before any field visit. Always bring documentation or your credentials if you plan to use the marker for professional measurement.

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.