Utah § 57-10-3 - North-south and east-west coordinate values.
Full text of Utah Utah Code § 57-10-3 — North-south and east-west coordinate values., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 57-10-3. North-south and east-west coordinate values.
57-10-3. North-south and east-west coordinate values.
| (1) | A person who uses plane coordinate values to express the geographic position or location of a point within a zone of the Utah Plane Coordinate System shall express the values in the units established for the Utah Plane Coordinate System. |
| (2) | The coordinate values described in Subsection (1) consist of:
|
| (3) | A person shall compute the coordinates so that the coordinates depend on and conform to plane rectangular coordinate values computed for monumented points of the North American Horizontal Geodetic Control Network that the NGS publishes. |
| (4) | A person may use a control station described in Subsection (3) to establish a survey connection to land descriptions prepared using the Utah Plane Coordinate System after June 30, 2026, in accordance with the NGS's deprecation of former systems. |
| (5) | A person may use units other than the units described in Subsection (1) if the person clearly identifies the deviation in the survey record or land description. |
Amended by Chapter 156, 2026 General Session
Source: official Utah text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Utah § 57-10-3
What does Utah Code § 57-10-3 cover?
Section 57-10-3 ("North-south and east-west coordinate values.") is part of the Utah Code, the codified statutory law of Utah. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Utah § 57-10-3?
A common citation format is "Utah Code § 57-10-3" (Utah). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Utah law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Utah official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Utah attorney.
How does Utah § 57-10-3 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Utah can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Utah.