Y 517 — NGS DU2315 — Mesa, US

USNGStrigunknown#209006
Latitude
33.414928°
Longitude
-111.736883°
Ortho h
400.43 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the National Geodetic Survey's horizontal control network, which establishes the foundational reference framework for surveying, mapping, and engineering projects throughout the United States. Located near Mesa, Arizona, at coordinates 33.41493° N, 111.73688° W, this trig point serves as a precisely positioned reference for determining locations of other survey monuments and geographic features. Triangulation stations of this type were historically occupied to extend geodetic control across regions through inter-visibility measurements. The point's integration into the NGS network contributes to the accuracy and consistency of local and regional coordinate systems. Surveyors and engineers rely on documented benchmarks to maintain survey quality and ensure compatibility between independent projects. Verification and proper documentation of such control points remain valuable for preserving the integrity of the nation's geodetic infrastructure and supporting future surveying operations in the area.

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Y 517 — NGS DU2315 — Mesa, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #209006 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 400.4 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 33.414928°, -111.736883°, corresponding to 33° 24′ 53.74″ N, 111° 44′ 12.78″ 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 517 — NGS DU2315 — Mesa, 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)33.414928, -111.736883
WGS84 (DMS)33° 24′ 53.74″ N, 111° 44′ 12.78″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 12N (approx.)
Elevation400.43 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
1BL1 — NGS AJ3671 — Mesa, US
0.7 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
2225 — NGS DS2024 — Mesa, US
0.8 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
X 517 — NGS DU2314 — Mesa, US
0.9 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
Z 517 — NGS DU2316 — Mesa, US
1.3 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
F 22 — NGS DU0781 — Mesa, US
1.6 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
W 517 — NGS DU2313 — Mesa, US
2.0 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is Y 517 — NGS DU2315 — Mesa, US?

Y 517 — NGS DU2315 — Mesa, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #209006 and sits at an elevation of 400.4 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of Y 517 — NGS DU2315 — Mesa, US?

The position of Y 517 — NGS DU2315 — Mesa, US in WGS84 is 33.414928°, -111.736883° (decimal), or 33° 24′ 53.74″ N, 111° 44′ 12.78″ W in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in United States this falls approximately in UTM Zone 12N (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.