Archaeological Survey for the Proposed Replacement of S. R. 44 Bridge (Structure 44-70-7281) over Flatrock River Overflow (Project: BRF-F-068-7(002), Des. #8458160) in Rush County, Indiana

Abstract

At the request of the Indiana Departme nt of Transportation, the Glenn A. Black Laboratory of Archaeology, Indian a University (GB L) conducted a Phase Ia archaeological reconnaissance survey for the proposed replacement of S. R. 44 bridge (Structure 44-70-7281) over the Flatrock River Overflow (Project: BRF-F-068-7(002), Des. #8458160) in Rush County, Indiana. The project i mpact area consists of a small wetlands area and a gricultural field south of the bridge. Approximately 7.5 acres were surveyed. The purposes of survey were 1 ) to identify and document all o f 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 (NR HP) and the Indiana Register of Historic Sites and Structures (IRH SS), and 3 ) to make recommendations for the protection of significant and potentially significant sites within the project area. Fieldwork was conducted on July 5, 2000 by GBL archaeologists Devin W. Fishel and Brian w: Troyer. Principal Investigator was Robert G. McCullough. No cultural materials were discovered within the proposed project area during the course of survey. Cultural resource clearance is therefore recommended for the proposed highway construction project impact area provided that all earth-moving activities are restricted to the currently delineated project area boundaries.