UNIVERSITY RM 3 — NGS FO0335 — Albuquerque, US

USNGStrigunknown#4198
Latitude
35.086094°
Longitude
-106.619853°
Ortho h
1574.34 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the NGS network that establishes the primary geodetic control framework for the United States. Located near Albuquerque, New Mexico at coordinates 35.08609°N, 106.61985°W, this trig point serves as a reference station for horizontal positioning and survey control work throughout the region. Triangulation stations of this classification provide monumented positions suitable for surveyors, engineers, and mapping professionals requiring accurate horizontal datum references. The NGS network integrates these control points into the broader National Spatial Reference System, supporting cadastral surveys, infrastructure projects, and geographic information systems. Verification and documentation of such benchmarks remain essential for maintaining geodetic infrastructure integrity. Surveyors and GIS professionals depend on clearly identified, recoverable control points to ensure consistency and accuracy in their respective disciplines. Periodic inspection and condition assessment of these monuments help preserve their utility for future surveying operations.

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UNIVERSITY RM 3 — NGS FO0335 — Albuquerque, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #4198 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 1574.3 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 35.086094°, -106.619853°, corresponding to 35° 5′ 9.94″ N, 106° 37′ 11.47″ 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 UNIVERSITY RM 3 — NGS FO0335 — Albuquerque, 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)35.086094, -106.619853
WGS84 (DMS)35° 5′ 9.94″ N, 106° 37′ 11.47″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 13N (approx.)
Elevation1574.34 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
UNIVERSITY — NGS FO0332 — Albuquerque, US
0.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
UNIVERSITY RM S — NGS FO0333 — Albuquerque, US
0.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
UNIVERSITY RM W — NGS FO0334 — Albuquerque, US
0.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
EDUCATION — NGS FO1251 — Albuquerque, US
0.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
UNIVERSITY — NGS FO1250 — Albuquerque, US
0.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
ALBUQUERQUE MAG STATION — NGS FO1254
0.4 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is UNIVERSITY RM 3 — NGS FO0335 — Albuquerque, US?

UNIVERSITY RM 3 — NGS FO0335 — Albuquerque, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #4198 and sits at an elevation of 1574.3 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of UNIVERSITY RM 3 — NGS FO0335 — Albuquerque, US?

The position of UNIVERSITY RM 3 — NGS FO0335 — Albuquerque, US in WGS84 is 35.086094°, -106.619853° (decimal), or 35° 5′ 9.94″ N, 106° 37′ 11.47″ W in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in United States this falls approximately in UTM Zone 13N (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.