RV 34 — NGS OD0227 — Dorset, US

USNGStrigunknown#216047
Latitude
43.298333°
Longitude
-72.993889°
Ortho h
204.49 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the National Geodetic Survey's network, which establishes the fundamental control framework for surveying and mapping throughout the United States. Located near Dorset, Vermont, at coordinates 43.29833° N, 72.99389° W, this trig point serves as a reference station for horizontal control. Triangulation stations of this type were historically observed and used to create networks of known positions across the landscape. Such points provide essential geodetic control for surveying projects, mapping initiatives, and infrastructure development. The Vermont location places this station within the New England region, where such control networks supported both historical and contemporary surveying activities. Verification and documentation of benchmark locations and their condition remain valuable for the surveying community. Establishing reliable reference points ensures accuracy in land surveys, engineering projects, and geographic information systems. Surveyors and geodesists depend on well-maintained control networks to perform their work with precision and consistency.

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RV 34 — NGS OD0227 — Dorset, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #216047 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 204.5 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 43.298333°, -72.993889°, corresponding to 43° 17′ 54.00″ N, 72° 59′ 38.00″ 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 RV 34 — NGS OD0227 — Dorset, 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)43.298333, -72.993889
WGS84 (DMS)43° 17′ 54.00″ N, 72° 59′ 38.00″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 18N (approx.)
Elevation204.49 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
NORTH DORSET CBL 0 RT7 — NGS AH9442
0.3 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
NORTH DORSET CBL 150 RT7 — NGS AH9443
0.4 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
NORTH DORSET CBL 430 RT7 — NGS AH9444
0.7 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
B99028 — NGS AJ5979 — Dorset, US
0.7 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
NORTH DORSET CBL 1200 RT7 — NGS AA8196
1.4 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
X 15 — NGS OD0666 — Dorset, US
1.6 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is RV 34 — NGS OD0227 — Dorset, US?

RV 34 — NGS OD0227 — Dorset, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #216047 and sits at an elevation of 204.5 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of RV 34 — NGS OD0227 — Dorset, US?

The position of RV 34 — NGS OD0227 — Dorset, US in WGS84 is 43.298333°, -72.993889° (decimal), or 43° 17′ 54.00″ N, 72° 59′ 38.00″ W in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in United States this falls approximately in UTM Zone 18N (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.