Survey spikes are common worldwide. The issue is that they are not always where you think they would be. They are positioned relative to each other, were placed years ago, or moved by unscrupulous land owners. And until relatively recently it was all done by one person using an optical device looking at another person standing there with a colored stick.
Surveyors are often called to resolve any discrepancies during disputes or sales.
Surveyors are often called to resolve any discrepancies during disputes or sales.