Convert square mile (US survey) to square chain
Please provide values below to convert square mile (US survey) [mi^2 (US)] to square chain [ch^2], or Convert square chain to square mile (US survey).
1 mi^2 (US) = 6400.02560003 ch^2. To convert square mile (US survey) to square chain, multiply the value by 6400.02560003; to go the other way, divide by it (1 ch^2 = 0.000156249375002 mi^2 (US)). Both units measure area and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 mi^2 (US) = 6400.02560003 ch^2
- 1 ch^2 = 0.000156249375002 mi^2 (US)
- 10 mi^2 (US) = 64000.2560003 ch^2
- 100 mi^2 (US) = 640002.560003 ch^2
How to Convert Square Mile (Us Survey) to Square Chain
1 mi^2 (US) = 6400.02560002856 ch^2
Example: convert 15 mi^2 (US) to ch^2:
15 mi^2 (US) = 15 × 6400.02560002856 ch^2 = 96000.3840004284 ch^2
Square Mile (Us Survey) to Square Chain Conversion Table
| square mile (US survey) | square chain |
|---|---|
| 1 mi^2 (US) | 6400.02560003 ch^2 |
| 2 mi^2 (US) | 12800.0512001 ch^2 |
| 3 mi^2 (US) | 19200.0768001 ch^2 |
| 5 mi^2 (US) | 32000.1280001 ch^2 |
| 10 mi^2 (US) | 64000.2560003 ch^2 |
| 20 mi^2 (US) | 128000.512001 ch^2 |
| 50 mi^2 (US) | 320001.280001 ch^2 |
| 100 mi^2 (US) | 640002.560003 ch^2 |
| 500 mi^2 (US) | 3200012.80001 ch^2 |
| 1000 mi^2 (US) | 6400025.60003 ch^2 |
Square Mile (Us Survey)
A square mile (US survey) is a unit of area equal to the area of a square with sides of one mile, specifically used in the United States survey system.
History/Origin
The square mile has been used historically in land measurement and mapping in the United States, originating from the British imperial system. It is commonly employed in surveying and land division, especially in rural and agricultural contexts.
Current Use
Today, the square mile (US survey) is primarily used in land surveying, real estate, and geographic data within the United States, particularly for measuring large land areas such as counties, states, and national parks.
Square Chain
A square chain (ch^2) is a unit of area equal to the area of a square with sides measuring one chain (66 feet) each, equivalent to 4356 square feet.
History/Origin
The square chain originated in land measurement practices in England, particularly used in surveying and land division during the 19th century, especially in the context of the Imperial system.
Current Use
Today, the square chain is largely obsolete and rarely used outside historical or land survey contexts; modern measurements typically employ acres or square meters.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 square mile (US survey) in square chain?
1 square mile (US survey) (mi^2 (US)) = 6400.02560003 square chain (ch^2).
How do you convert square mile (US survey) to square chain?
Multiply the square mile (US survey) value by 6400.02560003. For example, 25 mi^2 (US) × 6400.02560003 = 160000.640001 ch^2.
What is 10 square mile (US survey) in square chain?
10 mi^2 (US) = 64000.2560003 ch^2.
Which unit is larger, the square mile (US survey) or the square chain?
The square mile (US survey) is the larger unit: 1 mi^2 (US) = 6400.02560003 ch^2.