Texas RTK Correction Service
- 1-2 cm accuracy via NTRIP
- Free 30-day trial, no credit card
- Works with any GNSS receiver
- 20,000+ RTK stations worldwide
How to Connect to RTKdata in Texas
Works with Trimble, Leica, Topcon, Emlid, u-blox, Septentrio, and any RTCM v3 receiver.
01
Choose a Plan
Pick a subscription that fits your workload or start with the free 30-day trial. Test corrections across your project sites before committing to a paid plan.
02
Enter NTRIP Credentials
Add the server address, port, and mountpoint we provide into your rover or field controller. Setup takes a few minutes regardless of hardware brand.
03
Verify FIX
Power on your receiver and confirm a fixed RTK solution. In typical open-sky conditions across local farmland or construction sites, expect centimeter-level positioning within seconds.
Why Texas professionals choose RTKdata
Accuracy
1-2 cm horizontal, 2-3 cm vertical in open sky. Multi-constellation RTCM 3.x corrections via NTRIP keep your rover on target across Gulf Coast humidity, Panhandle flatlands, and Permian Basin terrain.
Speed
RTK FIX in seconds statewide. Single NTRIP mount point with no manual base switching. Surveyors and machine control operators stay productive from the first setup.
Availability
99.99% NTRIP endpoint uptime (rolling 12 months). Monitored 24/7 for consistent real-time streams across all conditions.
Coverage
RTK stations across Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, San Antonio, Austin, El Paso, Lubbock, and Midland-Odessa. Neighboring states Oklahoma, Louisiana, New Mexico, and Arkansas share the same network.
Industries Using RTK Corrections in Texas
Texas combines the nation’s largest highway system, the Permian Basin’s oilfield infrastructure, 127 million acres of farmland, and rapid metro construction across Dallas, Houston, Austin, and San Antonio — each demanding centimeter-level RTK accuracy across all 254 counties.
Ranch, Mineral Rights, and ALTA Boundary Surveying
Boundary surveys, ALTA/NSPS, topographic mapping, and construction staking across the state's vast ranch parcels and mineral rights tracts. The Texas Board of Professional Land Surveying requires geodetic accuracy that RTK delivers.
South Plains Cotton and Coastal Rice Precision Farming
Texas ranks second nationally in total farm acreage (USDA Census of Agriculture). RTK auto-steer enables sub-inch accuracy across cotton fields in the South Plains, rice paddies near Beaumont, and Hill Country ranches.
Permian Basin and Eagle Ford Shale Operations
Permian Basin and Eagle Ford Shale drive demand for precise wellhead positioning, pipeline route surveys, and environmental compliance monitoring on remote pads.
TxDOT Highway Construction and Machine Control
Texas leads the nation in highway construction spending (FHWA). Machine control on graders, excavators, and pavers relies on continuous RTK corrections for grade accuracy.
Pipeline and Solar Farm Drone Mapping
RTK-enabled georeferenced orthomosaics and LiDAR flights for pipeline inspections across the Permian Basin, stockpile volumetrics at quarry sites, and solar farm site design across West Texas and the Gulf Coast.
Texas One-Call Underground Utility Mapping
Mapping buried infrastructure with sub-foot accuracy mandated by Texas One-Call (811) regulations. Water, gas, electric, and fiber asset location for field crews across the state's rapidly expanding metro areas and oilfield corridors.
RTKdata vs Other RTK Networks in Texas
| Criterion | RTKdata | TxDOT CORS | Point One Polaris | Skylark | Trimble VRS Now | Leica SmartNet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price / mo | $40/mo | Free (restricted) | $150/mo | $69/mo | ~$150/mo | No public information |
| Price / yr | $400/yr | Free (restricted) | $1,500/yr | $699/yr | ~$1.5-2.0k/yr | No public information |
| Free trial | 30 days (auto-ends) | N/A | 14 days | Varies | Varies | Varies |
| Global coverage | 20,000+ stations, 140+ countries | 256 TX stations only | 2,000+ stations | Regional US/EU | 5,300+ worldwide | 5,100 worldwide |
| Activation | Instant, self-service | TxDOT approval | Self-service | Self-service | No public information | No public information |
| Hardware lock-in | None — any RTCM3 | Trimble infra | None | None | Trimble-optimized | Leica-optimized |
Last updated: March 29, 2026. Competitor pricing verified from provider websites. TxDOT station count from TxDOT GPS Program. Contact providers for current rates.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the most reliable RTK service available in Texas?
Do I need my own base station to get RTK corrections in Texas?
No. RTKdata streams network RTK corrections from continuously operating reference stations. Your rover connects via NTRIP and receives real-time RTCM3 data without a local base.
Which GNSS receivers work with RTKdata in Texas?
Any device supporting RTCM v3 over NTRIP connects without modification. This includes equipment from Trimble, Leica, Topcon, Emlid, u-blox, and Septentrio.
How accurate is RTK positioning in open Texas terrain?
Expect 1-2 cm horizontal and 2-3 cm vertical accuracy in open-sky conditions. Dense base station spacing compensates for tropospheric delays common in Gulf Coast humidity and summer storms.
How does RTKdata compare to the TxDOT CORS network?
TxDOT operates 256 CORS stations (<a href=”https://www.txdot.gov/data-maps/global-positioning-system-gps.html” target=”_blank” rel=”noopener” style=”color:#0067FF;text-decoration:none;font-weight:600″>TxDOT GPS Program</a>) but restricts real-time RTK access to department personnel and contractors. RTKdata provides unrestricted access to a broader station network starting at $40 per month.
Can I test RTKdata before subscribing?
Yes. The 30-day free trial includes full access to all corrections and features. No credit card is required and the trial ends automatically.
Which coordinate systems does RTKdata support in Texas?
Corrections reference NAD83(2011), Epoch 2010.0. Your field software converts to the appropriate Texas State Plane zone (North, North Central, Central, South Central, or South) or UTM.
Experience precise RTK coverage across Texas
From pipeline surveys in the Permian Basin to precision agriculture on the South Plains, RTKdata provides GNSS corrections that keep your positioning within centimeters. Connect your receiver via NTRIP and reach a fixed solution in seconds.