WES 2 RM 5 — NGS JV5610 — Baltimore, US

USNGStrigunknown#635048
Latitude
39.253924°
Longitude
-76.539762°
Ortho h
1.00 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This trigonometric station is part of the NGS network, which establishes and maintains the fundamental geodetic control for the United States. Trig stations serve as primary reference points for surveying, mapping, and engineering projects across broad areas. Located near Baltimore, Maryland, this benchmark contributes to regional positional accuracy and supports the integration of local surveys into the national coordinate system. The coordinates 39.25392°N, 76.53976°W define its position within established datums. Surveyors and geospatial professionals rely on such control points to ensure consistency and accuracy in their work. Verification and continued documentation of benchmarks like this one are essential to maintaining the integrity of the geodetic infrastructure, enabling reliable land measurements, infrastructure development, and scientific research across the surveyed region.

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WES 2 RM 5 — NGS JV5610 — Baltimore, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #635048 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 1.0 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 39.253924°, -76.539762°, corresponding to 39° 15′ 14.13″ N, 76° 32′ 23.14″ 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 WES 2 RM 5 — NGS JV5610 — Baltimore, 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)39.253924, -76.539762
WGS84 (DMS)39° 15′ 14.13″ N, 76° 32′ 23.14″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 18N (approx.)
Elevation1.00 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
WES 2 — NGS JV5609 — Baltimore, US
0.1 km away · US
GeoNames topographic database · cape
Point Breeze
0.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
SMT 2 — NGS DK7508 — Baltimore, US
0.4 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
RIVERVIEW — NGS JV5513 — Baltimore, US
0.4 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
DMT 1 — NGS DK7505 — Baltimore, US
0.5 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
DMT 5 — NGS DS3186 — Baltimore, US
0.5 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is WES 2 RM 5 — NGS JV5610 — Baltimore, US?

WES 2 RM 5 — NGS JV5610 — Baltimore, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #635048 and sits at an elevation of 1.0 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of WES 2 RM 5 — NGS JV5610 — Baltimore, US?

The position of WES 2 RM 5 — NGS JV5610 — Baltimore, US in WGS84 is 39.253924°, -76.539762° (decimal), or 39° 15′ 14.13″ N, 76° 32′ 23.14″ 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.