Universal Transverse Mercator (UTM) Coordinate System
PURPOSE
The purpose of this exercise is to help you master locating objects on topographic maps using the Universal Transverse Mercator (UTM) coordinate system. To complete this exercise, use the Valley Head, ALA-GA. 7.5 minute quadrangle map to answer the following questions about the UTM coordinate system.
15. What UTM Zone is this topographic map located in? (Hint: Read the text in the lower left corner of the map)
16. What is the full UTM coordinate for the following abbreviated easting number: 631?
17. What is the full UTM coordinate for the following abbreviated northing number: 38207