Cadastral Survey

The BLM conducts cadastral surveys which legally identify, create and mark public lands. A major component of the Alaska Land Transfer Program involves cadastral surveys and resurveys of public lands so conveyance and mineral entitlements can be finalized to the State of Alaska, Native regions and village corporations, individuals and other federal agencies.

The BLM is required to perform cadastral surveys on all Federal interest and Indian lands and all private land claims.

Cadastral References

• Manual of Surveying Instructions 2009
• General Land Office Records
• Joint BLM/State of Alaska Records
• Restoration of Lost or Obliterated Corners and Subdivision of Sections
• Cadastral Survey Standards Using GPS Methods
• Land Surveyor Reference Page

Partners

• Alaska Society of Professional Land Surveyors
• American Congress on Surveying & Mapping