What is a US survey mile?

It is a unit of length equal to exactly 5,280 US survey feet, used in American surveying to retain consistency with historical cadastral data.

Why is the reed considered obsolete?

Because its length varied by time and place, and it is no longer used in standard measurement systems.

When should I convert Mile (US survey) to Reed?

Typically when working with historical land records, ethnographic studies, or legal property descriptions that use archaic units.

How to Convert from Mile (US survey) [mi] to Reed?

Easily convert lengths from Mile (US survey) to Reed units using this straightforward online converter. Understand the historical context and practical usage of these units in cadastral and regional research.

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What Is This Tool?

This converter allows you to transform measurements from the US survey mile, a precise unit used in American surveying and mapping, into the reed, an obsolete and regional unit historically based on reed plants or measuring rods. It supports the interpretation of historical data and reconciling older length units with modern standards.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the length value in Mile (US survey)
Select the from-unit as Mile (US survey) and the to-unit as Reed
Click the convert button to see the equivalent Reed measurement
Use the results to interpret or analyze historical or regional data
Refer to example conversions for guidance

Key Features

Converts length values from Mile (US survey) to Reed quickly and accurately
Based on established conversion rate: 1 Mile (US survey) equals 586.6678400023 Reed
Supports understanding of historical and regional measurement systems
Ideal for cadastral, legal, and ethnographic research
Accessible through any web browser for convenience

Examples

1 Mile (US survey) equals approximately 586.67 Reed
0.5 Mile (US survey) converts to about 293.33 Reed
Use these examples as references for your own conversions

Common Use Cases

Interpreting older maps or land records using archaic length units
Comparing modern survey data with historical property measurements
Conducting ethnographic or archaeological studies involving traditional measures
Researching legal documents that reference the reed or US survey mile
Supporting State Plane Coordinate System and geodetic control data analysis

Tips & Best Practices

Remember that the reed length varied by region and period, so treat results as approximate
Use the converter primarily for historical, academic, or legal research rather than engineering
Verify the context of your data to apply the correct conversion approach
Cross-check converted values against known historical sources when possible

Limitations

The reed’s length is variable, making exact conversion uncertain
Surveying precision applies to Mile (US survey), but not to the reed due to its obsolete status
Not suitable for modern construction or engineering where standardized units are required
Conversion is mainly relevant in historical and regional contexts

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a US survey mile?: It is a unit of length equal to exactly 5,280 US survey feet, used in American surveying to retain consistency with historical cadastral data.
Why is the reed considered obsolete?: Because its length varied by time and place, and it is no longer used in standard measurement systems.
When should I convert Mile (US survey) to Reed?: Typically when working with historical land records, ethnographic studies, or legal property descriptions that use archaic units.

Key Terminology

Mile (US survey): A unit of length used in surveying in the US, defined as exactly 5,280 US survey feet, supporting historical cadastral and geodetic consistency.
Reed: An obsolete or regional length unit based on the length of reed plants or rods, varying by location and historical period.
Cadastral Survey: A method for defining and documenting land ownership using precise measurements and units like the US survey mile.

Quick Knowledge Check

What is the relationship between a Mile (US survey) and a Reed?

1 Mile equals exactly 5,000 Reed

1 Mile equals approximately 586.67 Reed

1 Mile equals exactly 1,000 Reed

For which purpose is the reed unit mainly used?

Modern engineering measurements

Interpreting historical or regional length units

Measuring distances in state plane coordinate systems

What is a primary limitation of converting Mile (US survey) to Reed?

Inability to convert fractional values

The reed varies regionally and historically, so conversions are approximate

The Mile (US survey) has no precise definition

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