Chagalapa

Triangulation Station, Ahuachapán

El Salvador

Chagalapa

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Chagalapa is a triangulation station located in the region of Ahuachapán, El Salvador. It is a geodetic marker that serves as a reference point for precise land surveys and mapping activities in the area. The station's coordinates are determined using advanced surveying techniques and equipment, ensuring its accuracy and reliability.

The Chagalapa triangulation station is situated on elevated ground, providing a clear line of sight to surrounding landmarks and natural features. This strategic location allows surveyors to establish precise measurements and angles, aiding in the creation of accurate maps and charts.

The station is marked by a concrete pillar or monument, typically engraved with its name and identification number. This pillar is securely embedded into the ground to ensure long-term stability and permanence. It serves as a physical reference point for future surveys and measurements in the region.

Chagalapa triangulation station plays a vital role in various applications, including land surveying, engineering projects, construction, and boundary identification. It also serves as a valuable reference for local authorities and organizations involved in urban planning, environmental management, and infrastructure development.

Maintaining and preserving the Chagalapa triangulation station is crucial to ensure the continuity and accuracy of land surveying and mapping activities in Ahuachapán, El Salvador. Surveyors regularly check and update the station's coordinates to account for any shifts or changes in the Earth's crust, guaranteeing its ongoing reliability.

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Chagalapa Images

Images are sourced within 20km of lat/long (13.84278/-90.04).

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Ahuachapán Geothermal Plant Pictures from a site visit to the 95 MW Ahuachapán Geothermal Power Plant in El Salvador, courtesy of LaGeo and IRENA.
Ahuachapán Geothermal Plant
Pictures from a site visit to the 95 MW Ahuachapán Geothermal Power Plant in El Salvador, courtesy of LaGeo and IRENA.
Ahuachapán Geothermal Plant Pictures from a site visit to the 95 MW Ahuachapán Geothermal Power Plant in El Salvador, courtesy of LaGeo and IRENA.
Ahuachapán Geothermal Plant
Pictures from a site visit to the 95 MW Ahuachapán Geothermal Power Plant in El Salvador, courtesy of LaGeo and IRENA.
Ahuachapán Geothermal Plant Pictures from a site visit to the 95 MW Ahuachapán Geothermal Power Plant in El Salvador, courtesy of LaGeo and IRENA.
Ahuachapán Geothermal Plant
Pictures from a site visit to the 95 MW Ahuachapán Geothermal Power Plant in El Salvador, courtesy of LaGeo and IRENA.
Ahuachapán Geothermal Plant Pictures from a site visit to the 95 MW Ahuachapán Geothermal Power Plant in El Salvador, courtesy of LaGeo and IRENA.
Ahuachapán Geothermal Plant
Pictures from a site visit to the 95 MW Ahuachapán Geothermal Power Plant in El Salvador, courtesy of LaGeo and IRENA.
Ahuachapán Geothermal Plant Pictures from a site visit to the 95 MW Ahuachapán Geothermal Power Plant in El Salvador, courtesy of LaGeo and IRENA.
Ahuachapán Geothermal Plant
Pictures from a site visit to the 95 MW Ahuachapán Geothermal Power Plant in El Salvador, courtesy of LaGeo and IRENA.
Ahuachapán Geothermal Plant Pictures from a site visit to the 95 MW Ahuachapán Geothermal Power Plant in El Salvador, courtesy of LaGeo and IRENA.
Ahuachapán Geothermal Plant
Pictures from a site visit to the 95 MW Ahuachapán Geothermal Power Plant in El Salvador, courtesy of LaGeo and IRENA.
Ahuachapán Geothermal Plant Pictures from a site visit to the 95 MW Ahuachapán Geothermal Power Plant in El Salvador, courtesy of LaGeo and IRENA.
Ahuachapán Geothermal Plant
Pictures from a site visit to the 95 MW Ahuachapán Geothermal Power Plant in El Salvador, courtesy of LaGeo and IRENA.
Ahuachapán Geothermal Plant Pictures from a site visit to the 95 MW Ahuachapán Geothermal Power Plant in El Salvador, courtesy of LaGeo and IRENA.
Ahuachapán Geothermal Plant
Pictures from a site visit to the 95 MW Ahuachapán Geothermal Power Plant in El Salvador, courtesy of LaGeo and IRENA.
Ahuachapán Geothermal Plant Pictures from a site visit to the 95 MW Ahuachapán Geothermal Power Plant in El Salvador, courtesy of LaGeo and IRENA.
Ahuachapán Geothermal Plant
Pictures from a site visit to the 95 MW Ahuachapán Geothermal Power Plant in El Salvador, courtesy of LaGeo and IRENA.
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Chagalapa is a triangulation station in Ahuachapán, El Salvador. It has an elevation of 204 meters above sea level. Information correct as at Wednesday 7th October 1998.

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Chagalapa Data

Name Value
Id 3765262
Name Chagalapa
Asciiname Chagalapa
Alternatenames
Latitude 13.84278
Longitude -90.04
Feature Class S
Feature Id TRIG
Country Id SV
Cc2
Admin1 Code 01
Admin2 Code
Area Id SV.01
District Id SV.01.
Admin3 Code
Admin4 Code
Population 0
Elevation 227
Dem 204
Timezone Id America/El_Salvador
Modification Date 1998-10-07
What3words neatly.monopoly.realigning
What3words Place San Francisco Menéndez, Ahuachapán
Feature triangulation station: a point on the earth whose position has been determined by triangulation
Timezone America/El_Salvador SV GMT -6.0
Country Americas Latin America and the Caribbean Central America El Salvador

Nearby Features

Located within 500m of 13.84278,-90.04
Noexit: yes
Lat/Long: 13.8441163/-90.0391826
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