Z 9 — NGS OS0442 — Kadoka, US

USNGStrigunknown#7901
Latitude
43.824947°
Longitude
-101.522247°
Ortho h
747.51 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
Never
This triangulation station is part of the NGS network, which establishes the foundational geodetic framework for the United States. Located near Kadoka in western South Dakota, this trig point contributes to the precise horizontal control network that supports surveying, mapping, and infrastructure projects across the region. Triangulation stations of this type serve as reference points for surveying operations, providing accurate horizontal positioning data. The coordinates 43.82495°N, -101.52225°W define its geographic location on the datum maintained by the National Geodetic Survey. Documentation and verification of benchmark positions remain essential for surveying professionals who rely on these established control points. Maintaining accurate records of trig stations ensures continuity in surveying work and supports the integrity of spatial data used in engineering, construction, and land management applications across the broader survey network.

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Z 9 — NGS OS0442 — Kadoka, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #7901 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 747.5 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 43.824947°, -101.522247°, corresponding to 43° 49′ 29.81″ N, 101° 31′ 20.09″ 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 9 — NGS OS0442 — Kadoka, 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)43.824947, -101.522247
WGS84 (DMS)43° 49′ 29.81″ N, 101° 31′ 20.09″ W
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 14N (approx.)
Elevation747.51 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
X 364 — NGS OS0447 — Kadoka, US
0.0 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
KADOKA PRESB CH CUPOLA — NGS OS0769
1.2 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
R 372 — NGS OS0423 — Kadoka, US
1.2 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
KADOKA MUNICIPAL TANK — NGS OS0770
1.4 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
Y 9 — NGS OS0446 — Kadoka, US
1.5 km away · US
US NGS · triangulation station
U 22 — NGS OS0422 — Jackson County, US
1.7 km away · US

Frequently asked questions

What is Z 9 — NGS OS0442 — Kadoka, US?

Z 9 — NGS OS0442 — Kadoka, US is a triangulation station located in United States, catalogued in the US NGS network. It has the public identifier #7901 and sits at an elevation of 747.5 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of Z 9 — NGS OS0442 — Kadoka, US?

The position of Z 9 — NGS OS0442 — Kadoka, US in WGS84 is 43.824947°, -101.522247° (decimal), or 43° 49′ 29.81″ N, 101° 31′ 20.09″ W in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in United States this falls approximately in UTM Zone 14N (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.