STATE — NGS KV3711 — Philadelphia, US

USNGStrigunknown#218370
Latitude
40.031341°
Longitude
-75.019763°
Ortho h
8.00 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the National Geodetic Survey's network, which provides the foundational control points for mapping and surveying activities throughout the United States. Located near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, at coordinates 40.03134°N, 75.01976°W, this trigonometric monument serves as a precise horizontal reference point for regional survey work. Trigonometric stations of this type were established to create a framework of known positions from which surveyors could conduct accurate measurements for property boundaries, infrastructure projects, and cartographic purposes. The point's documented coordinates and recovery status provide essential validation for surveying operations in the Philadelphia area. Documentation and periodic verification of such benchmarks remain important for maintaining geodetic infrastructure integrity, ensuring that subsequent surveys and engineering projects maintain positional accuracy relative to established datums.

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STATE — NGS KV3711 — Philadelphia, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #218370 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 8.0 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 40.031341°, -75.019763°, corresponding to 40° 1′ 52.83″ N, 75° 1′ 11.15″ 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 STATE — NGS KV3711 — Philadelphia, 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)40.031341, -75.019763
WGS84 (DMS)40° 1′ 52.83″ N, 75° 1′ 11.15″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 18N (approx.)
Elevation8.00 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
HOLMESBURG SIGNATUR HOSIERY TK — NGS KV3694 — Philadelphia, US
0.5 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
HOUSE OF CORRECTION 3 — NGS KV3695 — Philadelphia, US
0.8 km away · US
GeoNames topographic database · cape
Ten Mile Point
1.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
TACONY DELANEY TANK — NGS KV3692 — Philadelphia, US
1.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
MUD ISLAND LOWER RNG REAR LT — NGS KV6416 — Philadelphia, US
1.2 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
PHILADELPHIA GILMER CO STACK — NGS KV3688
1.2 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is STATE — NGS KV3711 — Philadelphia, US?

STATE — NGS KV3711 — Philadelphia, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #218370 and sits at an elevation of 8.0 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of STATE — NGS KV3711 — Philadelphia, US?

The position of STATE — NGS KV3711 — Philadelphia, US in WGS84 is 40.031341°, -75.019763° (decimal), or 40° 1′ 52.83″ N, 75° 1′ 11.15″ 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?

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.