SLP 2 — NGS DK7512 — Baltimore, US

USNGStrigunknown#635120
Latitude
39.264947°
Longitude
-76.595752°
Ellipsoidal h
-30.70 m
Ortho h
2.13 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 surveying and mapping throughout the United States. Located near Baltimore, Maryland, this trig point contributes to the horizontal and vertical control infrastructure essential for cadastral surveys, engineering projects, and geographic information systems. The ellipsoidal elevation of -30.7 meters reflects the point's position relative to the reference ellipsoid used in modern geodetic computations. Trigonometric stations such as this one serve as monumented reference points for surveyors and engineers requiring high-accuracy positioning data. Verification and documentation of these control points remain important for maintaining the integrity of geodetic networks and ensuring consistency in survey work across jurisdictional boundaries.

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SLP 2 — NGS DK7512 — Baltimore, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #635120 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 2.1 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 39.264947°, -76.595752°, corresponding to 39° 15′ 53.81″ N, 76° 35′ 44.71″ 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 SLP 2 — NGS DK7512 — 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)39.264947, -76.595752
WGS84 (DMS)39° 15′ 53.81″ N, 76° 35′ 44.71″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 18N (approx.)
Elevation2.13 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
ZELL=MCLEAN HB — NGS JV5536 — Baltimore, US
0.3 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
SLP 3 — NGS DQ4483 — Baltimore, US
0.3 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
PIER — NGS JV5549 — Baltimore, US
0.4 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
CITY — NGS JV0569 — Baltimore, US
0.4 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
X 840 C OF B — NGS JV0570 — Baltimore, US
0.5 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
1181 C OF B — NGS JV0571 — Baltimore, US
0.5 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is SLP 2 — NGS DK7512 — Baltimore, US?

SLP 2 — NGS DK7512 — Baltimore, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #635120 and sits at an elevation of 2.1 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of SLP 2 — NGS DK7512 — Baltimore, US?

The position of SLP 2 — NGS DK7512 — Baltimore, US in WGS84 is 39.264947°, -76.595752° (decimal), or 39° 15′ 53.81″ N, 76° 35′ 44.71″ 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.