S 137 — NGS JV3837 — Baltimore, US

USNGStrigunknown#635107
Latitude
39.249444°
Longitude
-76.613611°
Ortho h
2.73 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation (trig) station is part of the National Geodetic Survey's horizontal control network, which establishes precise geodetic positions across the United States. Located near Baltimore, Maryland, at coordinates 39.24944°, -76.61361°, this benchmark serves as a reference point for surveying and mapping activities throughout the region. Trig stations like this one were historically established to support large-scale surveys and provide control for subsequent mapping projects. Such points remain valuable for verifying positional accuracy, establishing local survey networks, and maintaining consistency in cadastral and engineering surveys. Documentation and periodic verification of these control points ensures their continued utility for professional surveyors and mapping professionals. This station's position within the established NGS network contributes to the comprehensive geodetic infrastructure supporting land surveying, infrastructure development, and geographic information systems throughout Maryland and adjacent areas.

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S 137 — NGS JV3837 — Baltimore, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #635107 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 2.7 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 39.249444°, -76.613611°, corresponding to 39° 14′ 58.00″ N, 76° 36′ 49.00″ 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 S 137 — NGS JV3837 — Baltimore, 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)39.249444, -76.613611
WGS84 (DMS)39° 14′ 58.00″ N, 76° 36′ 49.00″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 18N (approx.)
Elevation2.73 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:

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FILL — NGS JV5689 — Baltimore, US
0.0 km away · US
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LESTER 2 USE 1916 — NGS JV5569 — Baltimore, US
0.2 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
CHANNEL USE 1915 — NGS JV5490 — Baltimore, US
0.7 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
OVER — NGS JV5590 — Baltimore, US
0.7 km away · US
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DUGAN — NGS JV5587 — Baltimore, US
0.8 km away · US
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N 136 — NGS JV3838 — Baltimore, US
0.8 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is S 137 — NGS JV3837 — Baltimore, US?

S 137 — NGS JV3837 — Baltimore, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #635107 and sits at an elevation of 2.7 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of S 137 — NGS JV3837 — Baltimore, US?

The position of S 137 — NGS JV3837 — Baltimore, US in WGS84 is 39.249444°, -76.613611° (decimal), or 39° 14′ 58.00″ N, 76° 36′ 49.00″ 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.