VENT — NGS UV1403 — Juneau, US

USNGStrigunknown#214822
Latitude
58.303684°
Longitude
-134.408667°
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
NGS Triangulation Station, located near Juneau, Alaska at coordinates 58.30368°N, 134.40867°W. This trig point is part of the National Geodetic Survey's foundational control network, which establishes the geometric framework for all surveying and mapping activities across the United States. Triangulation stations of this type served as primary vertices in classical geodetic networks, providing precise horizontal control through measured angles and distances. Such points are essential reference marks for local surveys, engineering projects, and geographic information systems. The site's location in southeastern Alaska reflects the network's comprehensive coverage of continental and coastal regions. Verification and documentation of existing benchmarks remain valuable for maintaining geodetic infrastructure integrity, supporting infrastructure development, and ensuring consistency in spatial data across jurisdictions and time periods.

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VENT — NGS UV1403 — Juneau, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #214822 on SurveyingPedia. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 58.303684°, -134.408667°, corresponding to 58° 18′ 13.26″ N, 134° 24′ 31.20″ 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 VENT — NGS UV1403 — Juneau, 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)58.303684, -134.408667
WGS84 (DMS)58° 18′ 13.26″ N, 134° 24′ 31.20″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 8N (approx.)
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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:

GeoNames topographic database · ridge
Chicken Ridge
0.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
GREEN — NGS UV1402 — Juneau, US
0.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
JUNO — NGS UV1396 — Juneau, US
0.3 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
945 2210 A TIDAL — NGS UW8043 — Juneau, US
0.5 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
BUNG — NGS UV1422 — Juneau, US
0.8 km away · US
US NGS · GNSS reference point
JNU TIDAL GPS — NGS AI4908 — Juneau, US
0.8 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is VENT — NGS UV1403 — Juneau, US?

VENT — NGS UV1403 — Juneau, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #214822. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of VENT — NGS UV1403 — Juneau, US?

The position of VENT — NGS UV1403 — Juneau, US in WGS84 is 58.303684°, -134.408667° (decimal), or 58° 18′ 13.26″ N, 134° 24′ 31.20″ W in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in United States this falls approximately in UTM Zone 8N (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.