U 1222 — NGS BM0636 — Austin, US

USNGStrigunknown#3811
Latitude
30.251389°
Longitude
-97.765278°
Ortho h
162.86 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the National Geodetic Survey's network, which forms the foundational control framework for precise surveying and mapping throughout the United States. Located near Austin, Texas at coordinates 30.25139°N, 97.76528°W, this trig point serves as a reference for establishing accurate horizontal positions in regional surveys and engineering projects. Triangulation stations such as this historically enabled surveyors to extend control networks across large areas through intervisible point measurements. Modern users may reference this point for GPS validation, cadastral work, and infrastructure development. The elevation value for this benchmark has not been recorded in available documentation. Verification and maintenance of such control points remains valuable for surveying professionals conducting boundary surveys, construction staking, and geodetic research. Documentation ensures long-term utility of the national spatial reference framework.

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U 1222 — NGS BM0636 — Austin, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #3811 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 162.9 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 30.251389°, -97.765278°, corresponding to 30° 15′ 5.00″ N, 97° 45′ 55.00″ 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 U 1222 — NGS BM0636 — 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)30.251389, -97.765278
WGS84 (DMS)30° 15′ 5.00″ N, 97° 45′ 55.00″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 14N (approx.)
Elevation162.86 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
T 328 RESET 1935 — NGS BM0653 — Austin, US
1.3 km away · US
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T 328 — NGS BM0652 — Austin, US
1.3 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
S 201 — NGS BM0635 — Austin, US
1.3 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
T 1222 — NGS BM0637 — Austin, US
1.6 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
N 804 — NGS BM0586 — Austin, US
1.8 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
Y 1222 — NGS BM0585 — Austin, US
1.8 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is U 1222 — NGS BM0636 — Austin, US?

U 1222 — NGS BM0636 — Austin, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #3811 and sits at an elevation of 162.9 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of U 1222 — NGS BM0636 — Austin, US?

The position of U 1222 — NGS BM0636 — Austin, US in WGS84 is 30.251389°, -97.765278° (decimal), or 30° 15′ 5.00″ N, 97° 45′ 55.00″ 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?

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.