PC 12 — NGS DG0686 — Atlanta, US

USNGStrigunknown#8082
Latitude
33.780562°
Longitude
-84.431756°
Ortho h
291.97 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This trigonometric station is part of the National Geodetic Survey's horizontal control network, which establishes the geodetic framework for precise surveying and mapping across the United States. Located near Atlanta, Georgia at coordinates 33.78056°N, 84.43176°W, this trig point serves as a reference monument for establishing horizontal positions in regional surveys and engineering projects. Trigonometric stations of this class were historically observed and computed to provide intervisible control points across the landscape. Modern surveyors and geodesists rely on such benchmarks to verify instruments, establish local coordinate systems, and maintain consistency in spatial data collection. Documentation and periodic verification of control points like this remain essential for preserving the integrity of the National Spatial Reference System and supporting accurate surveying practice. Verification of this point's physical condition and accessibility is recommended for users requiring high-precision horizontal control in this area.

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PC 12 — NGS DG0686 — Atlanta, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #8082 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 292.0 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 33.780562°, -84.431756°, corresponding to 33° 46′ 50.02″ N, 84° 25′ 54.32″ 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 PC 12 — NGS DG0686 — 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)33.780562, -84.431756
WGS84 (DMS)33° 46′ 50.02″ N, 84° 25′ 54.32″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 16N (approx.)
Elevation291.97 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
Q 246 — NGS DG0208 — Atlanta, US
0.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
PC 14 MARTA — NGS DG2805 — Atlanta, US
0.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
TRIPPE — NGS DG0210 — Atlanta, US
0.2 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
PC 13 — NGS DG0687 — Atlanta, US
0.2 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
PC 11 — NGS DG0685 — Atlanta, US
0.2 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
WILLIE — NGS DG2346 — Atlanta, US
0.3 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is PC 12 — NGS DG0686 — Atlanta, US?

PC 12 — NGS DG0686 — Atlanta, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #8082 and sits at an elevation of 292.0 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of PC 12 — NGS DG0686 — Atlanta, US?

The position of PC 12 — NGS DG0686 — Atlanta, US in WGS84 is 33.780562°, -84.431756° (decimal), or 33° 46′ 50.02″ N, 84° 25′ 54.32″ 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.