RM 46.5 — NGS OC0452 — Wells, US

USNGStrigunknown#637577
Latitude
43.301389°
Longitude
-70.586111°
Ortho h
13.97 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
NGS Triangulation Station, Wells, Maine This triangulation (trig) station is part of the National Geodetic Survey's foundational control network, which established the geometric framework for mapping and surveying across the United States. Trig stations serve as precisely positioned reference points used to calculate distances and angles in geodetic work and land surveys. Located near Wells in southern Maine at coordinates 43.30139°N, 70.58611°W, this benchmark contributes to regional horizontal control. Such stations are fundamental infrastructure for cadastral surveying, engineering projects, and geospatial data development. The NGS network remains essential for modern applications including GPS validation and coordinate system maintenance. Verification and documentation of existing control points support the integrity of this national geodetic framework. Surveyors and GIS professionals depend on these monuments to ensure accuracy in their respective disciplines. Condition reports and recovery documentation enhance the utility of this reference point for contemporary surveying operations.

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RM 46.5 — NGS OC0452 — Wells, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #637577 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 14.0 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 43.301389°, -70.586111°, corresponding to 43° 18′ 5.00″ N, 70° 35′ 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 RM 46.5 — NGS OC0452 — Wells, 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)43.301389, -70.586111
WGS84 (DMS)43° 18′ 5.00″ N, 70° 35′ 10.00″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 19N (approx.)
Elevation13.97 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
TT 29 TDA — NGS OC0453 — Wells, US
0.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
WELLS FIRST CONG CHURCH SPIRE — NGS OC2083
0.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
WEBHANNET — NGS OC0449 — Wells, US
1.4 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
WEBHANNET RM 1 — NGS OC0450 — Wells, US
1.4 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
WEBHANNET RM 2 — NGS OC0451 — Wells, US
1.4 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
BUTLAND ISLAND — NGS OC2090 — Wells, US
1.4 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is RM 46.5 — NGS OC0452 — Wells, US?

RM 46.5 — NGS OC0452 — Wells, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #637577 and sits at an elevation of 14.0 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of RM 46.5 — NGS OC0452 — Wells, US?

The position of RM 46.5 — NGS OC0452 — Wells, US in WGS84 is 43.301389°, -70.586111° (decimal), or 43° 18′ 5.00″ N, 70° 35′ 10.00″ W in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in United States this falls approximately in UTM Zone 19N (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.