US 85 1 B — NGS FO1105 — Albuquerque, US

USNGStrigunknown#4253
Latitude
35.200516°
Longitude
-106.614538°
Ortho h
1524.93 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the NGS network, which comprises fundamental control points establishing the geodetic framework for the United States. Located near Albuquerque, New Mexico, at coordinates 35.20052° N, 106.61454° W, this trig point serves as a reference station for horizontal control in the region. Triangulation stations of this type are essential for surveying operations, mapping projects, and construction activities requiring accurate positional reference. The NGS network integrates these points into a coherent system supporting both historical surveys and modern geodetic work. Verification and documentation of such benchmarks remain valuable for surveying professionals conducting local surveys, establishing project controls, and maintaining spatial data accuracy. Current coordinate information and accessible descriptions enable practitioners to utilize these points effectively in contemporary surveying practice.

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US 85 1 B — NGS FO1105 — Albuquerque, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #4253 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 1524.9 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 35.200516°, -106.614538°, corresponding to 35° 12′ 1.86″ N, 106° 36′ 52.34″ 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 US 85 1 B — NGS FO1105 — 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)35.200516, -106.614538
WGS84 (DMS)35° 12′ 1.86″ N, 106° 36′ 52.34″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 13N (approx.)
Elevation1524.93 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
ALAMEDA RAD KOB WEST MAST — NGS FO1106 — Albuquerque, US
0.3 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
ALAMEDA RAD KOB TALLER MAST — NGS FO1122 — Albuquerque, US
0.4 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
ALAMEDA RAD KOB EAST MAST — NGS FO1132 — Albuquerque, US
0.4 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
US 85 1 A — NGS FO1110 — Albuquerque, US
0.6 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
US 85 N2 — NGS FO1103 — Albuquerque, US
0.6 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
NM 47 1 A — NGS FO1121 — Albuquerque, US
0.7 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is US 85 1 B — NGS FO1105 — Albuquerque, US?

US 85 1 B — NGS FO1105 — Albuquerque, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #4253 and sits at an elevation of 1524.9 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of US 85 1 B — NGS FO1105 — Albuquerque, US?

The position of US 85 1 B — NGS FO1105 — Albuquerque, US in WGS84 is 35.200516°, -106.614538° (decimal), or 35° 12′ 1.86″ N, 106° 36′ 52.34″ 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.