T 896 — NGS DC0914 — San Diego, US

USNGStrigunknown#635708
Latitude
32.868056°
Longitude
-117.117500°
Ortho h
135.96 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the National Geodetic Survey network, which establishes the fundamental horizontal control framework for the United States. Trig points of this classification serve as primary reference stations for surveying, mapping, and engineering projects requiring precise geodetic positioning. Located near San Diego, California, at latitude 32.86806° and longitude -117.11750°, this benchmark provides essential spatial reference data for the region. The station's inclusion in the NGS network makes it available for professional surveyors and GIS practitioners conducting work in southern California. Documentation and periodic verification of such control points remain critical for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the national spatial reference system. Professional surveyors rely on these established monuments to ensure consistency and precision in cadastral surveys, infrastructure development, and scientific research throughout their service areas.

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T 896 — NGS DC0914 — San Diego, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #635708 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 136.0 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 32.868056°, -117.117500°, corresponding to 32° 52′ 5.00″ N, 117° 7′ 3.00″ 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 T 896 — NGS DC0914 — San Diego, 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)32.868056, -117.117500
WGS84 (DMS)32° 52′ 5.00″ N, 117° 7′ 3.00″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 11N (approx.)
Elevation135.96 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:

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KID — NGS DC1457 — San Diego, US
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U 741 — NGS DC1074 — San Diego, US
0.7 km away · US
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S 896 — NGS DC0915 — San Diego, US
1.0 km away · US
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V 896 — NGS DC1164 — San Diego, US
1.0 km away · US
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T 741 — NGS DC1073 — San Diego, US
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Frequently asked questions

What is T 896 — NGS DC0914 — San Diego, US?

T 896 — NGS DC0914 — San Diego, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #635708 and sits at an elevation of 136.0 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of T 896 — NGS DC0914 — San Diego, US?

The position of T 896 — NGS DC0914 — San Diego, US in WGS84 is 32.868056°, -117.117500° (decimal), or 32° 52′ 5.00″ N, 117° 7′ 3.00″ 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?

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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.