What Is This Tool?
This unit converter transforms area values from square dekameter (dam^2), a metric area unit, to square rod (US survey), a traditional land measurement unit. It is designed to aid users in converting between modern metric units and legacy surveying units.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the numeric area value in square dekameter.
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Select square dekameter as the input unit.
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Choose square rod (US survey) as the output unit.
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Click convert to get the equivalent area in square rod.
Key Features
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Converts area from square dekameter to square rod (US survey).
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Uses precise conversion factor for accuracy in land measurement.
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Suitable for surveying, engineering, and property documentation.
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Browser-based and user-friendly interface.
Examples
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5 dam² equals 19.7683514435 square rod (US survey).
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10 dam² equals 39.536702887 square rod (US survey).
Common Use Cases
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Translating modern metric land measurements into legacy units from historical property records.
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Legal land registration and cadastral documentation involving old measurement systems.
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Comparing and integrating old agricultural or surveying data with current plans.
Tips & Best Practices
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Understand the units before converting to ensure correct application.
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Use this conversion when dealing with small to moderate land parcel sizes.
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Check jurisdictional definitions for the US survey foot for precise results.
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Verify converted values against original survey documentation when available.
Limitations
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Conversion accuracy depends on the definition of the US survey foot, which can differ by region.
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Square rod (US survey) is mainly used in the United States and may not be recognized elsewhere.
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Not recommended for very large areas due to the small size of the square rod unit.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is a square dekameter?
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A square dekameter (dam²) is a metric area unit representing a square with 10-meter sides, equal to 100 square meters, commonly used in surveying and engineering.
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Why use square rod (US survey) units?
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Square rod (US survey) is used in historical land measurements and cadastral records, especially in the United States, to describe small land plots with legacy units.
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Can I use this tool for very large land areas?
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Using square rod units for large areas is less practical due to their small size; this tool is better suited for small to moderate land plots.
Key Terminology
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Square dekameter (dam²)
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An SI-derived area unit equal to a square 10 meters on each side, equivalent to 100 square meters.
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Square rod (US survey)
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A traditional land area unit based on a square with sides one US survey rod (16.5 feet), approximately 25.2929 square meters.
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US survey foot
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A unit of length used in the United States for surveying that defines the length of the square rod.