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Archaeological Investigations Associated with Construction of the New International School of Indiana, Indianapolis, Marion County, Indiana
(Glenn A. Black Laboratory of Archaeology, Indiana University, 2000-10) Pirkl, Mary E.; White, Andrew A.
The Glenn A. Black Laboratory of Archaeology, Indiana University (GBL), in conjunction with the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, Division of Historic Preservation and Archaeology (DHPA), conducted archaeological investigations in association with the proposed development of the new International School of Indiana in Indianapolis, Marion County, Indiana. Fieldwork began on February 25, 2000 and continued intermittently through August 11, 2000. Fieldwork was supervised by Patrick K. O'Brien and Robert G. McCullough. The crew included Jeff Brown, Lee Fennimore, Devin Fishel, Jeff Laswell, Wendy Natt, Cindy Parish, Mary Pirkl, Amanda Roth, Scott Shirar, Brian Troyer, and Andrew White. Additional field assistance was provided by James Mohow, Laurie Sayers, and Kim Tinkham of the DHPA. The purpose of archaeological investigations at the International School property was to locate any archaeological resources within the proposed development area and to assess the potential of those resources to be eligible for inclusion on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) and the Indiana Register of Historic Sites and Structures (JRHSS). This report describes the nature of archaeological investigations conducted within the project area, the project area, the survey methods and excavation techniques employed, the findings, and the significance recommendations based upon those findings.
Archaeological Monitoring of Water Line Installation Along Site 12 Ow 229, Owen County, Indiana
(Glenn A. Black Laboratory of Archaeology, Indiana University, 1999-08) Pirkl, Mary E.
At the request of Bean Blossom-Patricksburg Water Corporation (BBPWC), the Glenn A. Black Laboratory of Archaeology, Indiana University (GBL) conducted archaeological monitoring of earth-moving activities associated with the installation of a water line through site 12 Ow 229 (the Golde Site) in Owen County, Indiana. BBPWC's request was in response to recommendations made by the GBL and the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, Division of Historic Preservation and Archaeology (DHPA). The primary goals of this investigation were to 1) closely monitor all earth-moving activity as it proceeded to a depth of approximately 1.5 meters, 2) investigate all subsoil anomalies to determine whether or not they were cultural, and 3) to document any new cultural features. Monitoring was conducted August 16-17, 1999 by GBL archaeologists Mary E. Pirkl and Patrick K. O'Brien. In total, monitoring resulted in the discovery of one previously undocumented buried cultural deposit.Site 12 Ow 229 has been recommended to be eligible for inclusion on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) and the Indiana Register of Historic Sites and Structures (IRHSS) (Harrell and Munson 1980:7 4 ). Recommendations herein are therefore not concerned with the site's significance, but with future treatment of the site should additional construction or earth-moving activities on 12 Ow 299 or in its immediate vicinity be required.
Archaeological Reconnaissance of a Proposed Fill Site in Mitchell, Lawrence County, Indiana
(Glenn A. Black Laboratory of Archaeology, Indiana University, 1999-07) Pirkl, Mary E.; O'Brien, Patrick K.
At the request of Burton Family Bus Sales (BFBS), the Glenn A. Black Laboratory of Archaeology, Indiana University (GBL) performed a cultural resources survey of the location for a proposed spoil dumping site in Mitchell, Lawrence County, Indiana. Specifically, the project area will be filled with broken pavement, large rocks, and clean fill resulting from construction of S. R. 37 through Mitchell. After highway construction is complete, the property will be graded for a new parking lot and a crushed stone surface will be laid. A total of approximately 12 acres was surveyed. The purposes of the survey were 1) to identify and document all of the cultural resources in the project area, 2) to evaluate any sites with regard to their eligibility for inclusion on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) and the Indiana Register of Historic Sites and Structures (IRHSS), and 3) to make recommendations for the protection of significant and potentially significant sites. Fieldwork was conducted July 1, 1999 by GBL archaeologist Patrick K. O'Brien. The entire project area had been previously used for many years as a parking lot for school buses. Approximately 4 acres along the west edge of the property is heavily eroded, with the terra rossa subsoil fully exposed in most places. About another 4 acres in the central portion of the project area can be characterized as a topographic low. At the time of fieldwork, much of this area contained standing water. The eastern edge and south end of the project area is perhaps the least disturbed area. However, the entire property has been covered with 20 cm to 30 cm of crushed stone and has undergone parking lot maintenance for at least two decades. Several probes through this parking surface revealed that it has been extremely compacted. No cultural materials were discovered during survey and there is little to no potential for intact subsurface cultural materials in the project area. Cultural resource clearance is recommended for the project area.
An Archaeological Reconnaissance of Approximately 40.81 Acres of Proposed Extra Work Space, Access Roads, and Pipeline Reroutes Associated with ANR Pipeline Company's East of St. John Loop, Lake and Porter Counties, Indiana
(Glenn A. Black Laboratory of Archaeology, Indiana University, 1998-01) White, Andrew A.; Pirkl, Mary E.; O'Brien, Patrick K.
At the request of Dames and Moore, Inc., the Glenn A. Black Laboratory of Archaeology, Indiana University (GBL) conducted an archaeological reconnaissance of74 extra work spaces, 7 access roads, and 2 pipeline re-routes associated with ANR Pipeline Company's East of St. John Loop. In total, the areas surveyed encompass approximately 40.81 acres (16.47 hectares). Survey of the project areas was conducted by GBL archaeologists Andrew A. White, Amanda S. Roth, and Craig D. Byron from November 23 to December 3, 1998. Patrick K. O'Brien served as project director and principal investigator. Project area boundaries were determined in the field with the assistance ofMr. Rob Reed ofA NR Pipeline Company and Ms. Danika Erickson of Dames and Moore. The purpose ofthis reconnaissance was to locate any cultural resources within the proposed extra work spaces, access roads, and pipeline corridor reroutes, and to assess the potential ofthose resources for inclusion on the National Register ofHistoric Places (NRHP) and the Indiana Register ofHist oric Sites and Structures (IRHSS). This report describes the nature of the project and the project area, the reconnaissance methods employed, the findings, and the recommendations based upon these findings. Five archaeological sites were identified during the present reconnaissance. Three of these sites (12 La 455, 471, and 12 Pr 563) are prehistoric in origin, and two (12 Pr 562 and 564) are historic in origin. According to Jim Douglas of ANR, sites 12 La 455 and 471 have recently undergone subsurface archaeological investigation by Gray and Pape, Inc. of Cincinnati, Ohio. No further archaeological investigations are recommended for any of the cultural resources investigated during the present reconnaissance.
Archaeological Survey for a Proposed Borrow Pit Location, Ellettsville, Monroe County, Indiana
(Glenn A. Black Laboratory of Archaeology, Indiana University, 2000-09) Pirkl, Mary E.
At the request of Erber & Milligan Construction Co., Inc., the Glenn A. Black Laboratory of Archaeology, Indiana University (GBL) conducted a Phase Ia archaeological reconnaissance survey of the proposed location for a borrow pit in Ellettsville, Monroe County, Indiana. Erber & Milligan had staked the project area boundaries prior to the GBL's survey. A total of approximately 0.67 acre was surveyed. The purposes of survey were 1) to identify and document all of the cultural resources in the project area, 2) to evaluate any sites found with regard to their eligibility for inclusion on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) and the Indiana Register of Historic Sites and Structures (IRHSS), and 3) to make recommendations for the protection of significant and potentially significant sites. Fieldwork was conducted September 18, 2000 by GBL archaeologists Mary E. Pirkl and Daniel C. Seib. No cultural resources were discovered within the proposed project area. Cultural resource clearance is therefore recommended for the proposed borrow pit location provided that all earth-moving activities are restricted to the currently defined project area boundaries.
Archaeological Survey for a Proposed Borrow Pit Location, Martinsville, Morgan County, Indiana
(Glenn A. Black Laboratory of Archaeology, Indiana University, 2001-01) Pirkl, Mary E.
Duncan Robertson, Inc. requested that the Glenn Black Laboratory of Archaeology conduct a Phase Ia archaeological survey for a proposed borrow pit in Martinsville, Morgan County, Indiana. Approximate 1 acre was surveyed on a site located at the southeast corner of the intersection of State Road 44 and Hess Road (County Road 250 East). The purpose of this survey of this survey was threefold, 1) identify and document all cultural resources in the project area, 2) evaluate any sites found within with regard to their eligibility to be included in the National Register of Historic Places and the Indiana Register of Historic Sites and Structures, and 3) to make recommendations for the protection of significant or potentially significant cultural resources. The survey was conducted in 2001 by Mary E. Pirkl and Daniel C. Seib. Based on the reconnaissance survey, no cultural materials or deposits of cultural objects were discovered at the site. The opinion of the GLB is that no further archaeological work is necessary and all earth moving activities should be confined to their planned dimensions. If any artifact, cultural features, and/or human bones are discovered during the course of earth moving activities, the State Historic Preservation Officer at the Division of Historic Preservation and Archaeology, Indiana Department of Natural Resources should be contacted immediately.
Archaeological Survey for a Proposed Bridge Replacement on State Road 356 Over Mud Creek, Pike County, Indiana
(Glenn A. Black Laboratory of Archaeology, Indiana University, 2001-01) Pirkl, Mary E.
At the request of the Indiana Department of Transportation, the Glenn A. Black Laboratory of Archaeology, Indiana University (GBL) conducted a Phase Ia archaeological reconnaissance survey for a proposed bridge replacement on State Road 356 over Mud Creek, about 7.55 km (4.7 miles) east of State Road 57 in Pike County, Indiana. Both the north and the south sides of the project corridor ( ca. 11 meters from road centerline) were surveyed. A total of approximately 2.0 acres was surveyed. The purposes of survey were 1) to identify and document all of the cultural resources in the project area, 2) to evaluate any sites found with regard to their eligibility for inclusion on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) and the Indiana Register of Historic Sites and Structures (IRHSS), and 3) to make recommendations for the protection of significant and potentially significant sites. Fieldwork was conducted January 11, 2001 by GBL archaeologist Devin W. Fishel. No cultural materials were discovered within the proposed impact area. Cultural resource clearance is therefore recommended for project area provided that all earth-moving activities are restricted to the currently defined project area boundaries.
Archaeological Survey for a Proposed Cellular Communications Tower Site (#IN031P, Gentryville Site, Job #16796), Spencer County, Indiana
(Glenn A. Black Laboratory of Archaeology, Indiana University, 2000-11) Pirkl, Mary E.
At the request of ATC Associates, Inc., the Glenn A. Black Laboratory of Archaeology, Indiana University ( GBL) conducted a Phase Ia archaeological reconnaissance survey of the proposed location for a cellular communications tower site and its associated structures (#IN031P, Gentryville Site, Job # 16796) in Spencer County, Indiana. ATC Associates, Inc. had staked the project area prior to fieldwork. The cellular tower site (approximately 30m x 30m) will consist of a free standing central tower structure and associated building and electrical equipment on concrete piers/slabs situated within a fenced enclosure. Access to the proposed cellular tower site will be provided by an existing dirt farm road (approximately 5m x 100m) that also serves as a residential driveway for the landowners. A total of approximately 0.35 acre was surveyed. The purposes of survey were 1) to identify and document all of the cultural resources in the project area, 2) to evaluate any sites found with regard to their eligibility for inclusion on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) and the Indiana Register of Historic Sites and Structures (IRHSS), and 3) to make recommendations for the protection of significant and potentially significant cultural resources. Fieldwork was conducted November 4, 2000 by GBL archaeologists Mary E. Pirkl and Rexford C. Garniewicz. No cultural materials, or evidence for buried cultural deposits ( e.g. dark soil staining, charcoal, artifact concentrations) were discovered during the course of survey. Cultural resource clearance is therefore recommended for the proposed cellular communications tower impact area, provided that all earth-moving activities are restricted to the currently delineated project area boundaries.
Archaeological Survey for a Proposed Intersection Improvement on SR 65 at SR 66 in Vanderburgh County, Indiana
(Glenn A. Black Laboratory of Archaeology, Indiana University, 2001-02) Pirkl, Mary E.
At the request of the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT), the Glenn A. Black Laboratory of Archaeology, Indiana University (GBL) conducted a records review and Phase Ia archaeological reconnaissance survey for a proposed intersection improvement on State Road 65/Big Cynthiana Road at State Road 66 in Vanderburgh County, Indiana. According to information provided to the GBL by INDOT, the purpose of the project is to improve the serviceability and safety of the intersection by updating its design. The project corridor along Big Cynthiana Road extends approximately 200 meters south of SR 66; the project limits along SR 65 extend approximately 300 meters north of SR 66. The project limits along SR 66 extend roughly 270 meters west and about 280 meters east of its intersection with Big Cynthiana Road/SR 65, resulting in a total project corridor length of 550 meters. Existing rights-of-way will be used for the project, and no additional right-of-way will be required for construction. The purposes of survey were 1) to identify and document all of the cultural resources in the project area, 2) to evaluate any sites found with regard to their eligibility for inclusion on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) and the Indiana Register of Historic Sites and Structures (IRHSS), and 3) to make recommendations for the protection of significant and potentially significant sites. Fieldwork was conducted January 27, 2001 by GBL archaeologists Mary E. Pirkl and Daniel C.Seib. No cultural materials were discovered within the proposed impact area. Cultural resourceclearance is therefore recommended for project area, provided that all earth-moving activities arerestricted to the currently defined project area boundaries.
Archaeological Survey for a Proposed Sale of Excess Land Along State Road 56, at French Lick, Orange County, Indiana
(Glenn A. Black Laboratory of Archaeology, Indiana University, 2000-08) Pirkl, Mary E.
At the request of the Indiana Department of Transportation (InDOT), the Glenn A. Black Laboratory of Archaeology, Indiana University (GBL) conducted a Phase Ia archaeological reconnaissance survey of excess land proposed for sale along State Road 56, at French Lick, Orange County, Indiana. The project area measures approximately 31 meters (101.09') north-south by 15 meters (50.00') east-west, and lies roughly 32 meters west of the centerline of SR 56. A total of approximately 0.118 acre was surveyed. The purposes of the survey were 1) to identify and document all of the cultural resources in the project area, 2) to evaluate any sites found with regard to their eligibility for inclusion on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) and the Indiana Register of Historic Sites and Structures (IRHS S), and 3) to make recommendations for the protection of significant and potentially significant sites. Fieldwork was conducted August 17, 2000 by GBL archaeologist Jeff G. Brown. No cultural resources were discovered within the proposed project area. No further archaeological work is recommended. Cultural resource clearance is therefore recommended for the proposed sale of Parcel 13 (Project 16, Section U).
Archaeological Survey for a Proposed Small Structure Replacement on U.S. 36, 0.3 Mile East of the Illinois/Indiana State Line, Vermillion County, Indiana
(Glenn A. Black Laboratory of Archaeology, Indiana University, 2001-01) Pirkl, Mary E.
At the request of the Indiana Department of Transportation, the Glenn A. Black Laboratory of Archaeology, Indiana University (GBL) conducted a Phase Ia archaeological reconnaissance survey for a proposed small structure replacement on U.S. 36, located approximately 0.3 mile from the Illinois/Indiana state line in Vermillion County, Indiana. The project area consists of approximately 690 meters of U.S. 36 roughly situated between CR 350W and an abandoned railroad grade (former Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul & Pacific Line). Existing, permanent, and temporary rights-of-way totaling approximately 22-25 meters in width (measured from the centerline of U.S. 36) were surveyed along both the north and south sides ofU.S. 36. A total of approximately 4.0 acres were surveyed. The purposes of survey were 1) to identify and document all of the cultural resources in theproject area, 2) to evaluate any sites found with regard to their eligibility for inclusion on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) and the Indiana Register of Historic Sites and Structures (IRHSS), and 3) to make recommendations for the protection of significant and potentially significant sites. Fieldwork was conducted January 24, 2001 by GBL archaeologist Mary E. Pirkl. No cultural materials were discovered within the proposed impact area. Cultural resource clearance is therefore recommended for project area, provided that all earth-moving activities are restricted to the currently defined project area boundaries.
Archaeological Survey for a Proposed Stream Relocation Project, Crane NSWC, Martin County, Indiana
(Glenn A. Black Laboratory of Archaeology, Indiana University, 2000-08) Pirkl, Mary E.
At the request of the Department of the Navy, Crane Division Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC), the Glenn A. Black Laboratory of Archaeology, Indiana University (GBL) conducted a Phase Ia archaeological reconnaissance survey for a proposed stream relocation project on the grounds of the Crane NSWC, Martin County, Indiana. The proposed stream relocation project will involve 1) minor stream bed diversion, and 2) reinforcement of a railroad grade slope that currently forms the southern bank of the stream. In order to stabilize the bank and to prevent further erosion, the stream bed will be diverted slightly to the north, and additional geotextile and riprap will be applied to the eroding (southern) stream bank. An area measuring approximately 28 meters e/w by 15 meters n/s was surveyed on the north side of the stream. A total of approximately 0.10 acre was surveyed. The purposes of the survey were 1) to identify and document all of the cultural resources in the project area, 2) to evaluate any sites found with regard to their eligibility for inclusion on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) and the Indiana Register of Historic Sites and Structures (]RI-IS S ), and 3) to make recommendations for the protection of significant and potentially significant sites. Fieldwork was conducted August 1, 2000 by GBL archaeologists Mary Pirkl, Amanda Roth, and Jeff Brown. No cultural resources were discovered within the proposed project area. No further archaeological work is recommended. Cultural resource clearance is therefore recommended for the proposed stream relocation project, provided that all earth-moving activities are restricted to the currently defined project area boundaries.
Archaeological Survey for Added Travel Lanes on SR 135 from Stones Crossing Road North to just South of County Road 850N in Johnson County, Indiana
(Glenn A. Black Laboratory of Archaeology, Indiana University, 2000-11) Pirkl, Mary E.
At the request of the Indiana Department of Transportation (InDOT), the Glenn A. Black Laboratory of Archaeology, Indiana University (GBL) conducted a Phase Ia archaeological reconnaissance survey for the proposed addition of travel lanes on State Road 135 from Stones Crossing Road north to just south of County Road 850N in Johnson County, Indiana. The proposed project corridor includes 1) approximately 1.5 miles of land along the east and west sides of SR 135, 2) approximately 400 meters of land along the north and south sides of CR 700N (Stones Crossing Road), with segments extending roughly 200 meters to the east and 200 meters to the west of its intersection with SR 135, 3) approximately 144 meters of land along the north and south sides of CR 750N (Demaree Road), extending east from its intersection with SR 135, and 4) approximately 194 meters of land along the north and south sides of CR 800N (Olive Branch Road), extending west from its intersection with SR 135. Rights-of-way within the proposed project corridor average about 17 meters in width (measured from the center line, both sides of the road). The purposes of the survey were 1) to identify and document all of the cultural resources in the project area, 2) to evaluate any sites found with regard to their eligibility for inclusion on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) and the Indiana Register of Historic Sites and Structures (IRHSS), and3) to make recommendations for the protection of significant and potentially significant sites. Fieldwork was conducted November 13, 2000 by GBL archaeologists Mary E. Pirkl and Daniel C. Seib. No cultural materials, or evidence for buried cultural deposits, .were discovered during the course of survey. Based upon the results of Phase Ia reconnaissance survey, it is unlikely that the proposed road construction will have a negative impact on cultural resources within the project area. Cultural resource clearance is therefore recommended for the proposed road construction project, provided that all earth-moving activities are restricted to the currently defined project area boundaries.
Archaeological Survey for Added Travel Lanes on SR 66 from 2.94 km East of the East Junction of SR 37 to 0.14 km West of the West Junction of SR 237 in Perry County, Indiana
(Glenn A. Black Laboratory of Archaeology, Indiana University, 2000-11) Pirkl, Mary E.
At the request of the Indiana Department of Transportation (InDOT), the Glenn A. Black Laboratory of Archaeology, Indiana University (GBL) conducted a Phase Ia archaeological reconnaissance survey for the proposed addition of travel lanes on State Road 66 from approximately 2.94 km (1.8 miles) east of the east junction of State Road 37 to approximately 0.14 km (0.1 mile) west of the west junction of State Road 237 in Perry County, Indiana. Survey encompassed both the north and south sides of SR 66. The GBL surveyed the entire project corridor, a total of approximately 12.0 acres. The purposes of the survey were 1) to identify and document all of the cultural resources in the project area, 2) to evaluate any sites found with regard to their eligibility for inclusion on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) and the Indiana Register of Historic Sites and Structures (IRHSS), and 3) to make recommendations for the protection of significant and potentially significant sites. Fieldwork was conducted November 3, 2000 by GBL archaeologist Mary E. Pirkl. At the time of survey, it became apparent that nearly all of the project area had been disturbed by previous construction, and that a substantial portion of the proposed project corridor consisted of nonsurveyable land, including steep bluffs and strongly sloping hillsides. Informal visual survey was conducted in both the disturbed and nonsurveyable portions of the project area in order to confirm that the degree of disturbance and topographic situation diminished and/or eliminated the possibility of finding cultural resources. One portion of the project area (approximately 0.25 acre) was shovel probed. Within that portion of the project area, no previously unrecorded archaeological resources were identified. Cultural resource clearance is therefore recommended for the proposed road construction project, provided that all earth-moving activities are restricted to the currently defined project area boundaries.
Archaeological Survey for Proposed Impoundments Along Pucachief Creek, Cabin Sites, and an Associated Access Road in Ouabache Trails Park near Vincennes, Knox County, Indiana
(Glenn A. Black Laboratory of Archaeology, Indiana University, 2000-05) Fishel, Devin W.; Pirkl, Mary E.
At the request of Knox County Parks and Recreation Department, the Glenn A. Black Laboratory of Archaeology, Indiana University (GBL) conducted Phase Ia archaeological reconnaissance survey along approximately 460 meters ( ca. 1500') of PucachiefCreek to be impacted by the construction of three impoundment structures, and at the location of four proposed cabin sites (10 m x 10 m each) and an associated access road (approximately 320 m x 20 m) in Ouabache Trails Park north of Vincennes, Knox County, Indiana. A total of approximately 4.0 acres were surveyed. The purposes of survey were 1) to identify and document all of the cultural resources in the project area, 2) to evaluate any sites found with regard to their eligibility for inclusion on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) and the Indiana Register of Historic Sites and Structures (IRHSS), and 3) to make recommendations for the protection of significant and potentially significant sites. Fieldwork was conducted April 25-26, 2000 by GBL archaeologists Devin W. Fishei Scott J. Shirar, and Brian W. Troyer. No cultural materials were discovered within the proposed project areas. Cultural resource clearance is therefore recommended for the proposed improvements to Ouabache Park provided that all earth-moving activities are restricted to the currently defined project area boundaries.
Archaeological Survey for Road Construction on State Road 44, Shelbyville, Shelby County, Indiana
(Glenn A. Black Laboratory of Archaeology, Indiana University, 2000-09) Pirkl, Mary E.
At the request of the Indiana Department of Transportation (InDOT), the Glenn A. Black Laboratory of Archaeology, Indiana University (GBL) conducted a Phase Ia archaeological reconnaissance survey for proposed road construction on State Road 44 from 0.45 km (0.28 miles) east of the north junction of State Road 9 to County Road 325E in Shelbyville, Shelby County, Indiana. The proposed project corridor right-of-way measures approximately 15.2 meters north and 15.2 meters south of the current SR 44 centerline, resulting in a total corridor width of roughly 30 meters. The GBL surveyed the entire project corridor, a total of approximately 16.8 acres. The purposes of the survey were 1) to identify and document all of the cultural resources in the project area, 2) to evaluate any sites found with regard to their eligibility for inclusion on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) and the Indiana Register of Historic Sites and Structures (IRHS S), and 3) to make recommendations for the protection of significant and potentially significant sites. Fieldwork was conducted August 16, 2000 by GBL archaeologists Jeff Brown and Jeff Laswell. No previously unrecorded archaeological resources were identified during survey. An historical marker located on the north side of SR 44 identifies the location of "Indiana's First Railroad." The GBL believes that the currently proposed project area does not have the potential to provide any additional, potentially significant information about this railroad. No further archaeological work is recommended for the location identified by the historical marker. A modern railroad grade is located along the northern side of SR 44, within the project area. No evidence for structural remains potentially associated with the railroad or its use (i.e. depots) were discovered during survey. The GBL recommends that the railroad grade is unlikely to yield any additional information about Indiana history in the region. No further archaeological work is recommended for the railroad grade. Cultural resource clearance is therefore recommended for the proposed road construction project, provided that all earth-moving activities are restricted to the currently defined project area boundaries.
Archaeological Survey for Small Structure Replacement on U.S. 36 over Mark Huffman Ditch (Project STP-5033; Des. No. 9703970), Henry County, Indiana
(Glenn A. Black Laboratory of Archaeology, Indiana University, 2000-06) Pirkl, Mary E.
At the request of the Indiana Department of Transportation (InDOT), the Glenn A. Black Laboratory of Archaeology, Indiana University (GBL) conducted a Phase Ia archaeological reconnaissance survey for the proposed replacement of a small structure (STR. No. SS-036-33- 114.20) on U.S. 36 over Mark Huffinan Ditch, Henry County, Indiana. The project area encompasses a portion of U.S. 36 just northwest of the town of Mooreland, Indiana. The total width of the proposed project corridor is 40 meters, extending 20 meters north and 20 meters south from the centerline of U.S. 36. A total of approximately 1.7 acres was surveyed. The purposes of survey were 1) to identify and document all of the cultural resources in the project area, 2) to evaluate any sites found with regard to their eligibility for inclusion on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) and the Indiana Register of Historic Sites and Structures (JRHSS), and 3) to make recommendations for the protection of significant and potentially significant sites. Fieldwork was conducted June 12, 2000 by GBL archaeologist Devin W. Fishel. No cultural materials were discovered within the proposed project area during the course of survey. It is unlikely that replacement of the small structure will negatively impact cultural resources within the proposed project area. Cultural resource clearance is therefore recommended for the project area, provided that all earth-moving activities are restricted to the currently delineated project area boundaries.
Archaeological Survey for the Proposed Lantern Road Bridge Replacement Over Mud Creek, Marion County, Indiana
(Glenn A. Black Laboratory of Archaeology, Indiana University, 2000-09) Pirkl, Mary E.
At the request of Janssen & Spaans Engineering, Inc., the Glenn A. Black Laboratory of Archaeology, Indiana University (GBL) conducted Phase Ia archaeological reconnaissance survey for the proposed replacement of the bridge carrying Lantern Road over Mud Creek in Marion County, Indiana. According to information provided to the GBL by Janssen & Spaans, proposed improvements include bridge replacement, addition of a second lane and paved shoulders on Lantern Road, and stream bank stabilization. A total of approximately 1.8 acres was surveyed. The purposes of survey were 1) to identify and document all of the cultural resources in the project area, 2) to evaluate any sites found with regard to their eligibility for inclusion on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) and the Indiana Register of Historic Sites and Structures (IRHSS), and 3) to make recommendations for the protection of significant and potentially significant sites. Fieldwork was conducted September 19, 2000 by GBL archaeologists Mary E. Pirkl and Daniel C. Seib. No cultural materials were discovered during survey. No further archaeological work is recommended. Cultural resource clearance is therefore recommended for the proposed project area, provided that all earth-moving activities and impacts are restricted to the currently defined project area boundaries.
Archaeological Survey for the Proposed Martinsville 69/12.47kV Substation and 69kV Tap Line, Martinsville, Morgan County, Indiana
(Glenn A. Black Laboratory of Archaeology, Indiana University, 2001-02) Pirkl, Mary E.
At the request of Hoosier Energy REC, Inc., the Glenn A. Black Laboratory of Archaeology, Indiana University ( GBL) conducted a Phase Ia archaeological reconnaissance survey of the proposed location for a new 69/12.47kV substation and 69kV tap line in Martinsville, Morgan County, Indiana. The proposed project area consists of a substation location and a tap line. The purposes of survey were 1) to identify and document all of the cultural resources in the project area, 2) to evaluate any sites found with regard to their eligibility for inclusion on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) and the Indiana Register of Historic Sites and Structures (IRHSS), and 3) to make recommendations for the protection of significant and potentially significant cultural resources. Fieldwork was conducted January 25 and January 31, 2001 by GBL archaeologists Mary E. Pirkl and Daniel C. Seib. One previously recorded archaeological site, 12 Mg 272, a light lithic scatter of undetermined age and cultural affiliation, was discovered during the course of survey. Due to the paucity of cultural materials discovered at the site (n=10), and the lack of evidence for the presence of subsurface features (e.g. dark soil staining, charcoal), it is the opinion of the GBL that the site is unlikely to contribute significant information important to understanding Indiana prehistory in the region. Cultural resource clearance is therefore recommended for the proposed project area, provided that all earth-moving activities are restricted to the currently defined project area boundaries.
Archaeological Survey for the Proposed Widening and Rehabilitation of Southport Road from State Road 37 to Bluff Road in Indianapolis, Marion County, Indiana
(Glenn A. Black Laboratory of Archaeology, Indiana University, 2000-11) Pirkl, Mary E.
At the request ofClark Dietz, Inc., the Glenn A. Black Laboratory of Archaeology, Indiana University (GBL) conducted Phase Ia archaeological reconnaissance survey for the proposed widening and rehabilitation of Southport Road from State Road 37 to Bluff Road in Indianapolis, Marion County, Indiana. The main focus of the proposed project is the installation of additional travel lanes along the north and south sides of Southport Road. Portions of Harding Street and Bluff Road will also be rehabilitated, in order to accommodate additional turn lanes at their intersections with Southport Road. Finally, a new storm sewer system will be installed that will outlet into Little Buck Creek adjacent to Harding Street. The purposes of survey were 1) to identify and document all of the cultural resources in the project area, 2) to evaluate any sites found with regard to their eligibility for inclusion on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) and the Indiana Register of Historic Sites and Structures (IRHSS), and 3) to make recommendations for the protection of significant and potentially significant sites. Fieldwork was conducted November 17-19, 2000 by GBL archaeologists Mary E. Pirkl and Daniel C. Seib. No cultural materials were discovered during survey. Based upon the results of Phase Ia reconnaissance survey, no further archaeological work is recommended. Cultural resource clearance is therefore recommended for the proposed project area, provided that all earth-moving activities and impacts are restricted to the currently defined project area boundaries.