FHWA Erases 1974 Map Marker Mandates from the Books
Published Date: 5/30/2025
Proposed Rule
Summary
The government is canceling old rules from 1974 about geodetic markers—those special points used for mapping and surveying. This change affects surveyors and anyone who uses these markers, making things simpler and cutting out outdated steps. No new costs or deadlines are coming, so it’s a smooth update to modernize how we handle mapping tools.
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1974 Geodetic Marker Rule Rescinded
If you are a surveyor or you use geodetic markers for mapping or surveying, the Federal Highway Administration is proposing to rescind the rule issued July 19, 1974, titled "Geodetic Markers." The agency says this cancels outdated requirements and should simplify practices; it also states there are no new costs or deadlines tied to the change.
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