VETERANS — NGS JU4519 — Philadelphia, US

USNGStrigunknown#218536
Latitude
39.944088°
Longitude
-75.142499°
Ellipsoidal h
-26.96 m
Ortho h
6.00 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the National Geodetic Survey's network of control points that establishes the fundamental geodetic framework for the United States. Located in the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania region, this trig point serves as a reference station for horizontal and vertical control in surveying and mapping operations. Triangulation stations like this are critical infrastructure for professional surveyors, engineers, and cartographers conducting precision work across local and regional projects. The point's published coordinates and ellipsoidal elevation provide a stable reference for establishing survey networks and verifying instrument accuracy. Documentation and periodic verification of such benchmark stations are essential to maintaining the integrity of the national spatial reference system. This point contributes to the continuity and reliability of geodetic data upon which countless surveying, construction, and geographic information applications depend.

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VETERANS — NGS JU4519 — Philadelphia, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #218536 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 6.0 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 39.944088°, -75.142499°, corresponding to 39° 56′ 38.72″ N, 75° 8′ 33.00″ 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 VETERANS — NGS JU4519 — Philadelphia, 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)39.944088, -75.142499
WGS84 (DMS)39° 56′ 38.72″ N, 75° 8′ 33.00″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 18N (approx.)
Elevation6.00 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
Q 369 — NGS JU2224 — Philadelphia, US
0.2 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
V 237 — NGS JU0733 — Philadelphia, US
0.3 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
PHILADELPHIA ST PETER PE CH — NGS JU3132
0.5 km away · US
GeoNames topographic database · historic_site
London Coffee House
0.6 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
W 237 — NGS JU0734 — Philadelphia, US
0.7 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
PHILADELPHIA CHRIST S CH CROSS — NGS JU3130
0.8 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is VETERANS — NGS JU4519 — Philadelphia, US?

VETERANS — NGS JU4519 — Philadelphia, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #218536 and sits at an elevation of 6.0 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of VETERANS — NGS JU4519 — Philadelphia, US?

The position of VETERANS — NGS JU4519 — Philadelphia, US in WGS84 is 39.944088°, -75.142499° (decimal), or 39° 56′ 38.72″ N, 75° 8′ 33.00″ W in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in United States this falls approximately in UTM Zone 18N (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.