SB 3 — NGS FO0360 — Albuquerque, US

USNGStrigunknown#3838
Latitude
35.017778°
Longitude
-106.533611°
Ortho h
1641.23 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the NGS network, which establishes the primary geodetic framework for the United States. Located near Albuquerque, New Mexico at coordinates 35.01778° N, 106.53361° W, this trig point serves as a reference station for horizontal control in the region. Triangulation stations of this type have historically provided accurate position data essential for surveying, mapping, and engineering projects across varying scales. The documented coordinates enable surveyors and engineers to reference their local work to the national geodetic datum. As part of the NGS registry, this benchmark contributes to the national positional infrastructure. Verification and maintenance of such control points remain valuable for ensuring accuracy in contemporary surveys and for preserving the continuity of historical surveying records. Professional surveyors rely on established networks like this for consistent spatial reference.

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SB 3 — NGS FO0360 — Albuquerque, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #3838 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 1641.2 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 35.017778°, -106.533611°, corresponding to 35° 1′ 4.00″ N, 106° 32′ 1.00″ 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 SB 3 — NGS FO0360 — 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)35.017778, -106.533611
WGS84 (DMS)35° 1′ 4.00″ N, 106° 32′ 1.00″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 13N (approx.)
Elevation1641.23 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
T 336 — NGS FO0361 — Albuquerque, US
1.5 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
LIM 2 — NGS FO0359 — Albuquerque, US
1.6 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
MB 2 — NGS FO0362 — Albuquerque, US
2.5 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
S 336 — NGS FO0358 — Albuquerque, US
3.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
TIJERAS 2 RM 5 — NGS FO1259 — Albuquerque, US
3.4 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
TIJERAS 2 — NGS FO1258 — Albuquerque, US
3.6 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is SB 3 — NGS FO0360 — Albuquerque, US?

SB 3 — NGS FO0360 — Albuquerque, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #3838 and sits at an elevation of 1641.2 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of SB 3 — NGS FO0360 — Albuquerque, US?

The position of SB 3 — NGS FO0360 — Albuquerque, US in WGS84 is 35.017778°, -106.533611° (decimal), or 35° 1′ 4.00″ N, 106° 32′ 1.00″ 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?

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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.