Archeological Reconnaissance Kansas and Smoky Hill Rivers Bank Stabilization Study, Kansas
Abstract
An archeological reconnaissance was performed in eight zones of severe erosion and bank migration along the Kansas and Smoky Hill Rivers in order to locate archeological resources and to obtain preliminary, predictive data on the distribution, nature, and value of the sites and probable impact of future plans on the sites. This component of the Kansas and Smoky Hill Rivers Bank Stabilization Study was initiated in March 1980. One previously recorded site--14WB Brower 5--was relocated during the field reconnaissance. Two previously unrecorded sites--14WB312 and 14GE335--were reported by the present investigation. It is recommended that 14WB Brower 5 and 14WB312 be considered for further mitigative procedures should the proposed projects threaten the manifestations in order to adequately define their level of significance in terms of National Register of Historic Places eligibility criteria. It is recommended that 14GE335 not be considered eligible for nomination to the National Register of Historic Places. On the basis of the investigative research design and resultant information, it is recommended that further intensive survey of the floodplain zones not be initiated. The data gathered suggest that the most effective means of protecting/recovering archeological manifestations within the high erosion zones would be through a program of monitoring during excavation procedures in high site potential areas--settings near confluences of streams and major rivers--and periodic monitoring in less sensitive floodplain terrain.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 01, 1980
- Accession Number
- ADA284744
Entities
People
- Craig Sturdevant