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shorbird

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Here are some interesting settings for benchmark disks. KY3265(S T B N V L) in Carroll County OH is set in a granite post projecting 2 feet. KY2963(704 RESET) in Hancock County WV is in a concrete monument projecting 4.5 feet. Both disks were set by the USGS, KY3265 in 1950 and KY2963 in 1921.

 

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KY3265

 

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KY2963

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In case you ever wondered why the term Monumented is used for setting a survey disc, DX4280 should help you unerstand the genesis of the term:

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Now THAT is monumented! The actual marked point is a center punched cut off bolt in the top, well weathered. There are also three pylons around the outside of it, so that a tripod or stand can be supported over the mark, but of of them has been broken off (behind the monument in this shot):

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Probably my favorite "benchmark". Also a nice 5 mile or so hike to get there, and on a clear day the views are awesome.

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