PC 13 — NGS DG0687 — Atlanta, US

USNGStrigunknown#8070
Latitude
33.779593°
Longitude
-84.433809°
Ortho h
281.56 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the National Geodetic Survey's network, which establishes the fundamental geodetic framework for the United States. Located near Atlanta, Georgia, at coordinates 33.77959°, -84.43381°, this trig point serves as a precise horizontal control reference for surveying and mapping operations. Triangulation stations of this type were established to create the geometric foundation supporting cadastral surveys, engineering projects, and cartographic work across the nation. The point's documented location allows surveyors to reference their local measurements against the broader national coordinate system. Verification and documentation of such benchmarks remain important for maintaining the integrity of the geodetic network. As surveying technology evolves, confirming the continued existence and accessibility of established control points ensures continuity in survey work and supports the accuracy of geospatial data used for infrastructure, planning, and development activities throughout the region.

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PC 13 — NGS DG0687 — Atlanta, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #8070 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 281.6 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 33.779593°, -84.433809°, corresponding to 33° 46′ 46.53″ N, 84° 26′ 1.71″ 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 13 — NGS DG0687 — 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)33.779593, -84.433809
WGS84 (DMS)33° 46′ 46.53″ N, 84° 26′ 1.71″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 16N (approx.)
Elevation281.56 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
PC 14 MARTA — NGS DG2805 — Atlanta, US
0.2 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
PC 12 — NGS DG0686 — Atlanta, US
0.2 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
PC 11 — NGS DG0685 — Atlanta, US
0.3 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
PC 11 RM 2 — NGS DG0684 — Atlanta, US
0.3 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
Q 246 — NGS DG0208 — Atlanta, US
0.3 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
TRIPPE — NGS DG0210 — Atlanta, US
0.4 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is PC 13 — NGS DG0687 — Atlanta, US?

PC 13 — NGS DG0687 — Atlanta, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #8070 and sits at an elevation of 281.6 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of PC 13 — NGS DG0687 — Atlanta, US?

The position of PC 13 — NGS DG0687 — Atlanta, US in WGS84 is 33.779593°, -84.433809° (decimal), or 33° 46′ 46.53″ N, 84° 26′ 1.71″ 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.