NM 500 2 — NGS FO1291 — Albuquerque, US

USNGStrigunknown#4502
Latitude
35.026995°
Longitude
-106.685294°
Ortho h
1505.08 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the NGS network, which establishes the foundational geodetic control framework for the United States. Located near Albuquerque, New Mexico, at coordinates 35.02700°N, 106.68529°W, this trig point serves as a reference monument for surveying and mapping activities across the region. Triangulation stations of this type were historically established to provide accurate positional control for surveying operations and geographic reference data. Such monuments enable surveyors, engineers, and cartographers to reference their local measurements to the national coordinate system. Modern geodetic practice benefits from verification and documentation of existing control points, as these stations provide continuity with historical survey networks while supporting contemporary GPS and positioning operations. Recording the precise location and condition of such benchmarks ensures their utility for future surveying projects and contributes to maintaining the integrity of the national geodetic infrastructure.

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NM 500 2 — NGS FO1291 — Albuquerque, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #4502 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 1505.1 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 35.026995°, -106.685294°, corresponding to 35° 1′ 37.18″ N, 106° 41′ 7.06″ 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 NM 500 2 — NGS FO1291 — Albuquerque, 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)35.026995, -106.685294
WGS84 (DMS)35° 1′ 37.18″ N, 106° 41′ 7.06″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 13N (approx.)
Elevation1505.08 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
NM 500 3 — NGS FO1299 — Albuquerque, US
0.5 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
NM 500 4 — NGS FO1303 — Albuquerque, US
1.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
NM 500 5 — NGS FO1307 — Albuquerque, US
1.5 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
NM 500 1 — NGS FO1275 — Albuquerque, US
1.8 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
ALBUQUERQUE RAD KGGM CEN MAST — NGS FO1322
2.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
ALBUQUERQUE S SIDE WATER TANK — NGS FO1313
2.2 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is NM 500 2 — NGS FO1291 — Albuquerque, US?

NM 500 2 — NGS FO1291 — Albuquerque, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #4502 and sits at an elevation of 1505.1 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of NM 500 2 — NGS FO1291 — Albuquerque, US?

The position of NM 500 2 — NGS FO1291 — Albuquerque, US in WGS84 is 35.026995°, -106.685294° (decimal), or 35° 1′ 37.18″ N, 106° 41′ 7.06″ W in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in United States this falls approximately in UTM Zone 13N (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.