Y 452 — NGS DJ8174 — Sherrelwood, Colorado, US

USNGStrigunknown#6480
Latitude
39.834167°
Longitude
-105.013333°
Ortho h
1621.48 m
Verifications
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Last checked
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This triangulation station is part of the National Geodetic Survey's network of control points that establish the foundational reference framework for mapping and surveying throughout the United States. Located near Sherrelwood in Colorado, this trig point serves as a horizontal control station used to determine precise geographic positions. Triangulation stations of this type were systematically established to create accurate geodetic networks across the country, enabling surveyors, engineers, and cartographers to reference their work to a common datum. The coordinates provided represent the station's horizontal position within the NGS network. Verification and documentation of such benchmark locations remain valuable for maintaining survey integrity, validating modern GPS observations, and supporting infrastructure projects that depend on precise positional control. Professionals conducting surveys in this region may reference this point as part of their control network establishment.

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Y 452 — NGS DJ8174 — Sherrelwood, Colorado, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #6480 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 1621.5 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 39.834167°, -105.013333°, corresponding to 39° 50′ 3.00″ N, 105° 0′ 48.00″ 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 Y 452 — NGS DJ8174 — Sherrelwood, Colorado, 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)39.834167, -105.013333
WGS84 (DMS)39° 50′ 3.00″ N, 105° 0′ 48.00″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 13N (approx.)
Elevation1621.48 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
547 — NGS DJ8173 — Sherrelwood, Colorado, US
0.7 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
X 452 — NGS DJ8172 — Adams County, US
1.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
W 452 — NGS DJ8171 — Sherrelwood, Colorado, US
1.5 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
V 452 — NGS DJ8170 — Adams County, US
2.3 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
U 452 — NGS DJ8169 — Adams County, US
3.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
V 264 — NGS KK0645 — Zuni, US
3.5 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is Y 452 — NGS DJ8174 — Sherrelwood, Colorado, US?

Y 452 — NGS DJ8174 — Sherrelwood, Colorado, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #6480 and sits at an elevation of 1621.5 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of Y 452 — NGS DJ8174 — Sherrelwood, Colorado, US?

The position of Y 452 — NGS DJ8174 — Sherrelwood, Colorado, US in WGS84 is 39.834167°, -105.013333° (decimal), or 39° 50′ 3.00″ N, 105° 0′ 48.00″ 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?

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.