Gravity (CGSN)
Site Identification
| Name | Province | Unique Number | Classification | Status | Last Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OTTAWA | ON | 9901-1985 | Absolute Other | Active | 06/2007 |
Station Coordinates (Scaled)
| Latitude | Longitude | Elevation | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| N45° 23' 40" ± 100.0 m | W75° 42' 50" ± 100.0 m | 79.00 ± .20 m | 3 OBSERVATORY CRES, ROOM 8, FLOOR PIER |
Gravimetric Information
| Adjustment Number | Gravity | HI | Gradient | Velocity | Epoch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989010 | 980606.7813 mGal | 0.91 m | 0.3161 mGal/m |
Station Description
The station is located in the basement of the old Geophysical Building (Building #3) opposite the Observatory on the Agriculture Canada campus in Ottawa, Ontario. Access to the site is along Observatory Crescent off Maple Drive near the intersection with Carling Avenue. Site is located in Room #8 in the centre of a concrete pier indicated by a brass screw. Contact Canadian Geodetic Survey for permission and access to the room.
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