Archaeological Survey for a Proposed Bridge Replacement (#STP-4855) on S. R. 142 over Branch Mill Hollow Branch in Morgan County, Indiana

Abstract

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 the proposed replacement of the bridge carrying S. R. 142 over Branch Mill Hollow Branch (project #STP-4855) in Morgan County, Indiana. Approximately 2.19 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 June 5, 2000 by GBL archaeologists Devin W. Fishel and Brian Troyer. 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 impact area boundaries.