WEST VIEW RAD KQV CENTER TOWER — NGS KY3039 — Ross Township, US

USNGStrigunknown#633253
Latitude
40.523283°
Longitude
-80.010786°
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This triangulation station is part of the NGS network, which provides the fundamental geodetic framework supporting surveying and mapping activities throughout the United States. Triangulation stations serve as fixed control points established through precise angular and distance measurements, enabling accurate positioning for subsequent surveys and spatial data collection. Located in Ross Township, Pennsylvania, at coordinates 40.52328°, -80.01079°, this benchmark contributes to regional geodetic control in western Pennsylvania. Trig stations of this type were historically integral to establishing the horizontal datum and maintaining survey networks across the country. Verification and documentation of existing benchmarks remain valuable for professional surveyors, as these points provide independent positional references. Confirming the continued integrity and accessibility of such control points ensures their utility for future surveying projects and helps maintain the coherence of the broader national geodetic infrastructure.

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WEST VIEW RAD KQV CENTER TOWER — NGS KY3039 — Ross Township, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #633253 on SurveyingPedia. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 40.523283°, -80.010786°, corresponding to 40° 31′ 23.82″ N, 80° 0′ 38.83″ 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 WEST VIEW RAD KQV CENTER TOWER — NGS KY3039 — Ross Township, 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)40.523283, -80.010786
WGS84 (DMS)40° 31′ 23.82″ N, 80° 0′ 38.83″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 17N (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:

US NGS · triangulation station
M 205 — NGS KY0112 — Ross Township, US
0.5 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
L 205 — NGS KY0111 — Ross Township, US
1.2 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
PITTSBURGH RAD WWSW HIGH TOWER — NGS KY3034 — Ross Township, US
1.4 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
C 254 — NGS KY0291 — West View, US
2.1 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
TT 27 TWC RESET — NGS KX1873 — Ross Township, US
2.3 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
P 205 — NGS KY0114 — Ross Township, US
2.3 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is WEST VIEW RAD KQV CENTER TOWER — NGS KY3039 — Ross Township, US?

WEST VIEW RAD KQV CENTER TOWER — NGS KY3039 — Ross Township, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #633253. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of WEST VIEW RAD KQV CENTER TOWER — NGS KY3039 — Ross Township, US?

The position of WEST VIEW RAD KQV CENTER TOWER — NGS KY3039 — Ross Township, US in WGS84 is 40.523283°, -80.010786° (decimal), or 40° 31′ 23.82″ N, 80° 0′ 38.83″ W in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in United States this falls approximately in UTM Zone 17N (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.