S 26 — NGS FO0249 — Albuquerque, US

USNGStrigunknown#4230
Latitude
35.175833°
Longitude
-106.617222°
Ortho h
1524.03 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the National Geodetic Survey's network of control points that establish the geometric framework for mapping and surveying across the United States. Located near Albuquerque, New Mexico at coordinates 35.17583° N, 106.61722° W, this trig point serves as a horizontal reference for regional surveys and positioning work. Triangulation stations of this type historically provided essential ground control for accurate mapping and continue to serve as verification points for modern positioning technologies. The point's location in the Albuquerque area makes it valuable for surveys throughout central New Mexico and the Rio Grande Valley region. Documentation and periodic verification of such control points remain important for maintaining geodetic network integrity and ensuring consistency across surveying projects. Surveyors and GIS professionals rely on these established references for accurate coordinate determination and spatial data framework development.

Verify this point

Sign in to submit a verification from the field.

Verification history (0)

No verifications yet. Be the first to check this point!
🛰️ Satellite view
ESRI World Imagery · zoom 16 (~1 m/px)
Open in Google Earth →
Satellite imagery of S 26 — NGS FO0249 — Albuquerque, US, USSatellite imagery of S 26 — NGS FO0249 — Albuquerque, US, USSatellite imagery of S 26 — NGS FO0249 — Albuquerque, US, USSatellite imagery of S 26 — NGS FO0249 — Albuquerque, US, USSatellite imagery of S 26 — NGS FO0249 — Albuquerque, US, USSatellite imagery of S 26 — NGS FO0249 — Albuquerque, US, USSatellite imagery of S 26 — NGS FO0249 — Albuquerque, US, USSatellite imagery of S 26 — NGS FO0249 — Albuquerque, US, USSatellite imagery of S 26 — NGS FO0249 — Albuquerque, US, US
🗺️ Google Maps🚗 Street View🅱️ Bing Maps🌐 OpenStreetMap
Imagery © Esri · Earthstar Geographics · USGS · NASA · All providers credited

S 26 — NGS FO0249 — Albuquerque, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #4230 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 1524.0 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 35.175833°, -106.617222°, corresponding to 35° 10′ 33.00″ N, 106° 37′ 2.00″ 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 26 — NGS FO0249 — Albuquerque, 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)35.175833, -106.617222
WGS84 (DMS)35° 10′ 33.00″ N, 106° 37′ 2.00″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 13N (approx.)
Elevation1524.03 m
Precise conversionOpen in coordinate converter →

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
E 438 — NGS FO0871 — Albuquerque, US
0.4 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
NM 47 3 — NGS FO1130 — Albuquerque, US
0.6 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
NM 47 2 — NGS FO1116 — Albuquerque, US
0.6 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
F 442 — NGS AA3133 — Albuquerque, US
0.7 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
RV 2 — NGS FO0248 — Albuquerque, US
0.9 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
RV 3 — NGS FO0250 — Albuquerque, US
1.0 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is S 26 — NGS FO0249 — Albuquerque, US?

S 26 — NGS FO0249 — Albuquerque, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #4230 and sits at an elevation of 1524.0 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of S 26 — NGS FO0249 — Albuquerque, US?

The position of S 26 — NGS FO0249 — Albuquerque, US in WGS84 is 35.175833°, -106.617222° (decimal), or 35° 10′ 33.00″ N, 106° 37′ 2.00″ W in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in United States this falls approximately in UTM Zone 13N (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.