T 1221 — NGS BM0676 — Austin, US

USNGStrigunknown#3728
Latitude
30.219775°
Longitude
-97.672108°
Ortho h
149.86 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the NGS network, which establishes the fundamental geodetic control for surveying and mapping activities throughout the United States. Located near Austin, Texas at coordinates 30.21977°N, 97.67211°W, this trig point serves as a reference for horizontal position control in its region. Triangulation stations function as monumented ground points with precisely determined positions, enabling surveyors to conduct accurate measurements for land surveys, engineering projects, and mapping. The NGS network represents decades of accumulated geodetic observations and remains essential infrastructure for modern surveying practice. Verification and documentation of such control points preserve their utility and accuracy for professional surveyors who depend on reliable reference stations. Maintaining comprehensive records of these monuments ensures their continued availability for future surveying work and geodetic applications throughout their service life.

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T 1221 — NGS BM0676 — Austin, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #3728 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 149.9 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 30.219775°, -97.672108°, corresponding to 30° 13′ 11.19″ N, 97° 40′ 19.59″ 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 T 1221 — NGS BM0676 — Austin, 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)30.219775, -97.672108
WGS84 (DMS)30° 13′ 11.19″ N, 97° 40′ 19.59″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 14N (approx.)
Elevation149.86 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
J 908 — NGS BM0568 — Austin, US
0.5 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
S 1221 — NGS BM0677 — Austin, US
1.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
N 908 — NGS BM0574 — Austin, US
1.3 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
BSM A — NGS AC5713 — Austin, US
1.4 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
J 1224 — NGS BM0678 — Austin, US
1.4 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
L 908 RESET — NGS BM0571 — Austin, US
1.5 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is T 1221 — NGS BM0676 — Austin, US?

T 1221 — NGS BM0676 — Austin, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #3728 and sits at an elevation of 149.9 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of T 1221 — NGS BM0676 — Austin, US?

The position of T 1221 — NGS BM0676 — Austin, US in WGS84 is 30.219775°, -97.672108° (decimal), or 30° 13′ 11.19″ N, 97° 40′ 19.59″ W in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in United States this falls approximately in UTM Zone 14N (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.