Z 517 — NGS DU2316 — Mesa, US

USNGStrigunknown#208997
Latitude
33.415000°
Longitude
-111.750833°
Ortho h
392.89 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the NGS geodetic network, which establishes the fundamental reference framework for surveying and mapping throughout the United States. Located near Mesa, Arizona at coordinates 33.41500°N, 111.75083°W, this trig point serves as a control station for horizontal positioning in the region. Triangulation stations of this type historically anchored surveying operations by providing precisely determined positions visible from other stations across extended distances. The point remains valuable for verifying and maintaining the integrity of local and regional survey networks. Documentation and periodic verification of such control points ensure their continued utility for surveying professionals, cartographers, and infrastructure projects requiring accurate spatial reference. The preservation of these stations supports both legacy survey work and modern positioning applications across Arizona.

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Z 517 — NGS DU2316 — Mesa, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #208997 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 392.9 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 33.415000°, -111.750833°, corresponding to 33° 24′ 54.00″ N, 111° 45′ 3.00″ 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 Z 517 — NGS DU2316 — 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)33.415000, -111.750833
WGS84 (DMS)33° 24′ 54.00″ N, 111° 45′ 3.00″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 12N (approx.)
Elevation392.89 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
A 518 — NGS DU2317 — Mesa, US
0.8 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
Y 517 — NGS DU2315 — Mesa, US
1.3 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
2225 — NGS DS2024 — Mesa, US
1.4 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
1BL1 — NGS AJ3671 — Mesa, US
1.5 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
X 517 — NGS DU2314 — Mesa, US
1.6 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
B 518 — NGS DU2318 — Mesa, US
1.9 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is Z 517 — NGS DU2316 — Mesa, US?

Z 517 — NGS DU2316 — Mesa, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #208997 and sits at an elevation of 392.9 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of Z 517 — NGS DU2316 — Mesa, US?

The position of Z 517 — NGS DU2316 — Mesa, US in WGS84 is 33.415000°, -111.750833° (decimal), or 33° 24′ 54.00″ N, 111° 45′ 3.00″ 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.