R 1500 — NGS AW5503 — Houston, US

USNGStrigunknown#2839
Latitude
29.825833°
Longitude
-95.459167°
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the NGS network, which establishes the fundamental geodetic framework for the United States. Located near Houston, Texas at coordinates 29.82583°N, 95.45917°W, this trig point serves as a control station for horizontal positioning and surveying operations across the region. Triangulation stations of this type were established to provide accurate reference points for mapping, engineering surveys, and spatial data collection. The point's inclusion in the NGS network ensures compatibility with national coordinate systems and facilitates precise survey work by surveyors, engineers, and cartographers. Verification and documentation of such benchmarks remain essential to maintain the integrity of geodetic infrastructure. Confirming the physical condition, accessibility, and positional accuracy of these reference points supports continued reliance on them for professional surveying activities and spatial databases throughout the Houston metropolitan area and surrounding regions.

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R 1500 — NGS AW5503 — Houston, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #2839 on SurveyingPedia. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 29.825833°, -95.459167°, corresponding to 29° 49′ 33.00″ N, 95° 27′ 33.00″ 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 R 1500 — NGS AW5503 — Houston, 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)29.825833, -95.459167
WGS84 (DMS)29° 49′ 33.00″ N, 95° 27′ 33.00″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 15N (approx.)
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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
F 755 — NGS AW3388 — Houston, US
0.9 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
G 1512 — NGS AW5504 — Houston, US
1.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
Q 1500 — NGS AW5502 — Houston, US
1.5 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
C 279 — NGS AW3387 — Houston, US
1.8 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
S 1500 — NGS AW5505 — Houston, US
2.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
BL 121 — NGS AW3386 — Houston, US
2.2 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is R 1500 — NGS AW5503 — Houston, US?

R 1500 — NGS AW5503 — Houston, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #2839. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of R 1500 — NGS AW5503 — Houston, US?

The position of R 1500 — NGS AW5503 — Houston, US in WGS84 is 29.825833°, -95.459167° (decimal), or 29° 49′ 33.00″ N, 95° 27′ 33.00″ W in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in United States this falls approximately in UTM Zone 15N (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.