SAN DIEGO J SERRA MUSEUM TWR — NGS DC1491

USNGStrigunknown#635908
Latitude
32.759761°
Longitude
-117.193458°
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the National Geodetic Survey's network, which establishes the foundational geodetic control for surveying and mapping activities throughout the United States. Located near San Diego, California, at coordinates 32.75976° N, 117.19346° W, this trig point serves as a reference monument for horizontal positioning. Triangulation stations of this type were established to create a framework of precisely known positions that surveyors and engineers rely upon for accurate boundary determinations, construction projects, and mapping. The documented coordinates enable surveyors to reference their local work to the national geodetic datum. Verification and maintenance of such control points remain important for the surveying profession. Recording accurate location data and accessibility information ensures these monuments continue to serve as reliable references for future survey work in the region.

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SAN DIEGO J SERRA MUSEUM TWR — NGS DC1491 is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #635908 on SurveyingPedia. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 32.759761°, -117.193458°, corresponding to 32° 45′ 35.14″ N, 117° 11′ 36.45″ 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 SAN DIEGO J SERRA MUSEUM TWR — NGS DC1491 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)32.759761, -117.193458
WGS84 (DMS)32° 45′ 35.14″ N, 117° 11′ 36.45″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 11N (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
U 321 RESET — NGS DC1043 — San Diego, US
0.2 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
STOCKTON — NGS DC1490 — San Diego, US
0.3 km away · US
GeoNames topographic database · historic_site
Plaza de las Armas
0.7 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
SAN DIEGO OLD TOWN CATH CHURCH — NGS DC1483
0.7 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
E 132 RESET — NGS DC1045 — San Diego, US
0.8 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
4 CSPC=18.7 — NGS DC1044 — San Diego, US
0.8 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is SAN DIEGO J SERRA MUSEUM TWR — NGS DC1491?

SAN DIEGO J SERRA MUSEUM TWR — NGS DC1491 is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #635908. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of SAN DIEGO J SERRA MUSEUM TWR — NGS DC1491?

The position of SAN DIEGO J SERRA MUSEUM TWR — NGS DC1491 in WGS84 is 32.759761°, -117.193458° (decimal), or 32° 45′ 35.14″ N, 117° 11′ 36.45″ W in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in United States this falls approximately in UTM Zone 11N (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.