Convert township to square mile (US survey)
Please provide values below to convert township [twnsp] to square mile (US survey) [mi^2 (US)], or Convert square mile (US survey) to township.
1 twnsp = 35.9998560004 mi^2 (US). To convert township to square mile (US survey), multiply the value by 35.9998560004; to go the other way, divide by it (1 mi^2 (US) = 0.027777888889 twnsp). Both units measure area and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 twnsp = 35.9998560004 mi^2 (US)
- 1 mi^2 (US) = 0.027777888889 twnsp
- 10 twnsp = 359.998560004 mi^2 (US)
- 100 twnsp = 3599.98560004 mi^2 (US)
How to Convert Township to Square Mile (Us Survey)
1 twnsp = 35.9998560004153 mi^2 (US)
Example: convert 15 twnsp to mi^2 (US):
15 twnsp = 15 × 35.9998560004153 mi^2 (US) = 539.99784000623 mi^2 (US)
Township to Square Mile (Us Survey) Conversion Table
| township | square mile (US survey) |
|---|---|
| 1 twnsp | 35.9998560004 mi^2 (US) |
| 2 twnsp | 71.9997120008 mi^2 (US) |
| 3 twnsp | 107.999568001 mi^2 (US) |
| 5 twnsp | 179.999280002 mi^2 (US) |
| 10 twnsp | 359.998560004 mi^2 (US) |
| 20 twnsp | 719.997120008 mi^2 (US) |
| 50 twnsp | 1799.99280002 mi^2 (US) |
| 100 twnsp | 3599.98560004 mi^2 (US) |
| 500 twnsp | 17999.9280002 mi^2 (US) |
| 1000 twnsp | 35999.8560004 mi^2 (US) |
Township
A township is a unit of land measurement or administrative division, often used to describe a subdivision of a county or municipality.
History/Origin
Historically, townships originated as land divisions in colonial America and were used for administrative and land surveying purposes. The concept varies by country, with some regions using it as a local government unit and others as a cadastral division.
Current Use
Today, townships are used primarily in certain countries like the United States and Canada for administrative, land surveying, and local governance purposes, though their specific functions and boundaries can differ regionally.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 township in square mile (US survey)?
1 township (twnsp) = 35.9998560004 square mile (US survey) (mi^2 (US)).
How do you convert township to square mile (US survey)?
Multiply the township value by 35.9998560004. For example, 25 twnsp × 35.9998560004 = 899.99640001 mi^2 (US).
What is 10 township in square mile (US survey)?
10 twnsp = 359.998560004 mi^2 (US).
Which unit is larger, the township or the square mile (US survey)?
The township is the larger unit: 1 twnsp = 35.9998560004 mi^2 (US).