Center For Transportation Research

Below is a chronological listing of projects.

Project: Phase II Testing and Phase III Data Recovery of Site 40MU493, Saturn Parkway, Maury County, Tennessee
Sponsor: Tennessee Department of Transportation, Environmental Planning Office, Suite 900, James K. Polk Building, Nashville, TN 37243-0334
Dates of Project: August, 24, 1987-September, 1989
Amount: $132,147

Phase II evaluative archaeological testing and Phase III data recovery were conducted on site 40MU493 in conjunction with the proposed Saturn Parkway. Excavations revealed 57 pit features and a semicircular structure. Half of the pits were identified as Middle Woodland, two as Late Archaic, and one as a historic cellar.

A Phase I survey for archaeological resources was conducted of the proposed Waste-to-Energy facilty. Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel testing revealed one prehistoric site and one prehistoric/historic site.

A Phase I survey for archaeological resources was conducted of the proposed Egwani Golf Club. Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel testing revealed five prehistoric sites and one prehistoric/historic site.

A Phase I survey for archaeological resources was conducted in the proposed Center for Advanced Space Propulsion. Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel testing revealed one historic site.

Phase II evaluative archaeological testing was conducted on eight sites and Phase III data recovery was undertaken on four of these sites in conjunction with the proposed construction of I-26. Excavations revealed prehistoric occupations from Early Archaic through Middle Woodland periods. Pits, hearths, earth ovens, a midden, and a structure floor were investigated.

A Phase I survey for archaeological resources was conducted of the proposed TRW industrial site. Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel testing revealed one prehistoric site and one historic site. Phase II testing of the prehistoric site did not identify any intact subsurface cultural deposits or features.

A Phase I survey for archaeological resources was conducted in the proposed Dove Chase Golf Club. Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel testing revealed three prehistoric sites and one prehistoric/historic site.

Phase II evaluative archaeological testing and Phase III data recovery were conducted on site 40FN122 in conjunction with the State Route 28 bridge replacement over Caney Creek. Stratified alluvial deposits contained evidence of Early Archaic, Late Archaic, Middle Woodland, and Mississippian occupations that included several rock clusters and rock concentrations. Historic artifacts recovered are associated with a cattle weighing station and blacksmith shop.

Phase II evaluative archaeological testing and Phase III data recovery were conducted on site 40BT47 in conjunction with the proposed bridge replacement over the Little River and associated road realignments. Excavations revealed a portion of a late prehistoric fortified town of the Mississippian period. The settlement consisted of numerous structures and pit features within a palisade and ditch. The investigations also uncovered a midden and pit features from the Early Woodland period.

Phase II evaluative archaeological testing was conducted on sites 40KN86, 40KN87, and 40KN103 and Phase III data recovery was also undertaken on site 40KN86 in conjunction with the extension of Pellissippi Parkway. Site 40KN86 was a plantation with associated slaving cabins, site 40KN87 was the former location of a blacksmith shop, and site 40KN103 was the former location of a tenant farmer's house. Testing and data recovery of site 40KN86 revealed privies, post holes, and other features as well as slave cabin remains that included stone chimney bases and pit cellars. Testing of site 40KN87 revealed disturbed historic deposits. Testing of site 40KN103 revealed a stone chimney base and historic artifacts associated with the house.

Phase II evaluative archaeological testing was conducted on four sites and Phase III data recovery was conducted on three sites in conjunction with the proposed construction of the Pulaski Bypass, State Route 15. Excavations revealed prehistoric occupations from the Late Archaic through Middle Woodland periods. Pits, earth ovens, and structures were investigated.

Archaeological monitoring was conducted in a historic cemetery while humus was machine stripped and 5-7 graves were exposed. The graves were later excavated by a local mortician.

Phase II evaluative archaeological testing was conducted on six sites and Phase III data recovery was undertaken on three of these sites in conjunction with the proposed reconstruction of State Route 149. Excavations on sites 40HO12 and 40HO13 revealed prehistoric occupations from the Late Archaic and Mississippian periods. A structure, deep storage pits, and other pit features were investigated. Excavations on site 40HO13 revealed three lithic workshop areas from the Middle and Late Archaic periods.

A Phase I survey for archaeological resources was conducted at two river crossings for a proposed gas pipeline easement. Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel testing did not reveal any archaeological sites.

Phase II evaluative archaeological testing and Phase III data recovery were conducted on the Sevierville Hill site in conjunction with the proposed use of the area for fill dirt in the construction of the South Knoxville Boulevard. Excavations revealed the remains of a position that was fortified during the Civil War. Numerous hearths and several structure areas were investigated.

Phase II evaluative archaeological testing was conducted on sites 40JK129 and 40JK145 in conjunction with the proposed replacement of the Austin Peay bridge over the Cumberland River and associated road realignments and construction of a wetland mitigation basin. Excavations revealed deeply buried Early and Late Archaic living floors and lithic workshop areas.

A Phase I survey for archaeological resources was conducted at three shoreline areas of Pickwick Lake proposed for development. Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel testing did not reveal any archaeological sites.

A Phase I survey for archaeological resources was conducted in the proposed 14 km long State Route 30 realignment right-of-way. Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel testing revealed 33 prehistoric and historic archaeological sites.

A Phase I archaeological reconnaissance survey for cultural resources was conducted in the proposed 5 km long State Route 42 realignment right-of-way. Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel testing revealed six prehistoric and historic archaeological sites and nine potentially habitable rock overhangs. Phase II evaluative archaeological testing was conducted on 40PT38 and 40PT39 and six potentially habitable rock overhangs. Excavations revealed occupational debris, a privy, and an ash/cinder dump associated with an early twentieth century schoolhouse on 40PT39; occupational debris, a midden, and a chimney base associated with an early twentieth century log cabin on 40PT38; and prehistoric occupational debris in the rockshelters.

A Phase I survey for archaeological resources in the proposed 29 km long State Route 32 realignment right-of-way. Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel testing revealed 48 prehistoric and historic archaeological sites.

A Phase I survey for archaeological resources was conducted in the proposed 6 km long State Route 350 realignment right-of-way. Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel testing revealed 11 prehistoric and historic archaeological sites. Phase II evaluative archaeological testing was conducted on 40GN52, 53, 59, 61, and 63. Excavations revealed the subsurface remains of a nineteenth century farmstead on 40GN63 and prehistoric Middle Woodland pit features on 40GN52. Phase III data recovery was conducted on sites 40GN52 and 40GN63.

A Phase I survey for archaeological resources was conducted in the proposed 2 km long State Route 8 realignment right-of-way. Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel testing revealed one historic site.

A Phase I survey for archaeological resources was conducted in a proposed development area. Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel testing revealed three prehistoric archaeological sites. Phase II evaluative archaeological testing of 40SL70 did not reveal and subsurface features or cultural deposits.

A Phase I survey for archaeological resources was conducted in a proposed industrial park expansion. Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel testing did not reveal any archaeological sites.

A Phase I survey for archaeological resources was conducted in a proposed borrow pit on Middlebrook Pike in Knoxville. Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel testing revealed only the remains of recent buildings.

A Phase I survey for archaeological resources was conducted in the proposed ORR Storage Facility. Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel testing revealed only two isolated chert flakes.

A Phase I survey for archeological resources was conducted in the proposed corridor of the I-75 to State Route 371 Connector. Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel and auger testing revealed 102 prehistoric and/or historic sites. Phase II evaluative archaeological testing of 16 sites revealed Archaic, Woodland, and Mississippian pit features on three sites; Middle Woodland and Mississippian midden deposits on three sites; pit features and postholes associated with a late eighteenth century-early nineteenth century Cherokee farmstead on one site; and historic features on two nineteenth century-twentieth century farmsteads.

Phase II evaluative archaeological testing was conducted on 40MI117 in conjunction with the proposed 12th Street connector to the State Route 27 bypass around South Pittsburgh. Excavations revealed prehistoric occupations during Archaic and Woodland times and three clusters of unmodified cobbles in a Holocene alluvium.

Phase II evaluative archaeological testing was conducted on 40CH162 and 40CH170 and Phase III data recovery was undertaken on 40CH162 in conjunction with the proposed State Route 1 bridge replacement over the Harpeth River and associated road realignments. Excavations revealed Archaic and Woodland material but only one subsurface feature on 40CH170 and a few Woodland pit features and buried Early Archaic deposits on 40CH162.

Phase II evaluative archaeological testing was conducted at the nineteenth century Mabry-Hazen house (40KN144) in east Knoxville. Excavations revealed a historic midden on the slope behind the house and a filled in Civil War entrenchment.

A Phase I survey for archaeological resources was conducted in the proposed K-1515 sedimentation basin expansion and outfall drain pipeline corridor. Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel testing revealed a light prehistoric lithic scatter (4ORE202) that was previously disturbed by land clearing activities.

An archaeologist participated in advanced planning studies for ten proposed bridge replacement projects in six counties of East Tennessee.

A Phase I survey for archaeological resources was conducted in the proposed location of the Grove Place condominium development. Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel testing revealed one prehistoric and historic site.

An archaeologist participated in advanced planning studies for a proposed interchange on I-24 in Rutherford County, the proposed State Route 141 highway corridor in Wilson and Trousdale counties, and the Interstate 65 to Shelbyville highway corridor in Maury, Marshall, and Bedford counties.

Phase II evaluative archaeological testing was conducted at the loscation of the former Fouche block and 1875 building (40KN146) in downtown Knoxville. The investigations took place after removal of buildings on the property and prior to new construction. Excavations revealed brick and limestone foundations, a buried old land surface, and numerous recent disturbances.

A Phase I survey for archaeological resources and Phase II evaulative testing were conducted in conjunction with the proposed I-575 interchange on the connector from I-75 to State Route 371. Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel testing revealed six prehistoric and one historic archaeological sites. Test excavations on site 9CK727 revealed Middle Woodland cartersville ceramics, lithic tools, and lithic debris on 9CK727.

Phase II evaluative archaeological testing and Phase III data recovery were conducted at sites 40DV446 and 40DV447 in the proposed right-of-way of Briley Parkway (State Route 155) in Davidson County, Tennessee. Excavations revealed a Mississippian farmstead with three structures and associated pit features on 40DV446 and prehistoric and historic features on 40DV447. The prehistoric component on 40DV447 consisted of primary inhumation burials, redeposited cremations, and a few associated pit features. The historic component on 40DV447 includes a standing log structure, posthole alignments, a midden, and associated pit features.

Phase I survey for archaeological resources, Phase II evaluative testing, and Phase III data recovery were conducted in conjunction with the proposed reconstruction of State Route 15. The survey revealed ten prehistoric archaeological sites. Excavations revealed a prehistoric Late Archaic Ledbetter occupation on 40GL68 and a historic occupation on 40GL69. Clusters of deep storage pits and shallow basins were investigated on 40GL68. Test excavations on 40GL69 revealed a gully filled with historic material. Six scattered Late Archaic/Early Woodland pit features were found on 40GL72. Excavations did not reveal any subsurface features or cultural deposits on 40GL71, 40GL75, 40GL78, 40GL79, and 40GL80.

A Phase I survey for archaeological resources was conducted at proposed hazardous waste remediation locations within the former Camp Forrest. Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel testing revealed prehistoric and historic archaeological sites.

A Phase I survey for archaeological resources was conducted in a proposed greenbelt walkway extension. Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel testing revealed two prehistoric archaeological sites.

A Phase I survey for archaeological resources was conducted at two proposed locations for the National Windtunnel Complex and the proposed location for the Trenton Transition Test cells. Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel testing revealed a historic archaeological site.

A Phase I survey for archaeological resources was conducted at the proposed location of a water treatment plant. Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel testing revealed two historic archaeological sites.

Phase II evaluative archaeological testing and Phase III data recovery were conducted on three sites in conjunction with the reconstruction of State Route 29. Excavations on sites 40RE192 and 40RH156 revealed historic occupations dating from the nineteenth century through twentieth century. House and outbuilding remains and pit cellars and other pit features were investigated. Excavations on 40RH155 did not reveal any subsurface cultural features.

A Phase I survey for archaeological resources was conducted in the proposed location of a distribution center. Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel testing revealed five prehistoric and historic archaeological sites. Phase II evaluative archaeological testing was conducted on two sites. Excavations revealed scattered historic pit features and postholes on 40GN209 and a deep historic cultural deposit associated with pottery manufacturing on 40GN28.

A Phase I survey for archaeological resources was conducted at the locations of two support poles for an aerial power line river crossing. Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel testing revealed two prehistoric archaeological sites.

Phase II evaluative archaeological testing was conducted on three sites and three rockshelters in conjunction with the reconstruction of State Route 30. Excavations revealed prehistoric cultural material in two of the rockshelters, no subsurface cultural features on 40BS65, and historic remains on 40BS63 and 40BS79. House and outbuilding remains and two middens areas were investigated on 40BS63. Stone quarry pits and access roads were recorded on 40BS79.

A Phase I survey for archaeological resources and Phase II testing were conducted in conjunction with the improvement of State Route 32. Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel testing revealed one prehistoric archaeological site, 40CE74. Testing revealed no intact cultural deposits on 40CE60, 40CE61, and 40CE66. Testing revealed prehistoric features on 40CE26 and 40CE56. Testing revealed both prehistoric and historic deposits and features on 40CE53. Only two pit features were found on 40CE26 while 49 possible pit features and posthole patterns were found on 40CE56. Phase III data recovery of site 40CE56 revealed numerous Middle Woodland pit features, a Middle Woodland structure, and a few Archaic features. Phase III data recovery of site 40CE53 revealed remains associated with a late eighteenth century or early nineteenth century cabin that were underlain by stratified Archaic and Woodland deposits.

Phase II evaluative archaeological testing was conducted in conjunction with the proposed widening of State Route 32 (U.S. Route 25E). Testing was conducted on ten archaeological sites and five rockshelters. Excavations revealed prehistoric archaeological remains on 40CE25, 40CE28, 40CE40, and 40CE43. 40CE25 and 40CE40 contained intact Archaic cultural deposits. 40CE28 contained Early Woodland pit features. A few scattered pits containing fire-cracked rock were found on 40CE43. Excavations revealed historic archaeological remains on 40CE33, 40CE73, and 40GR22. 40GR22 contained the remains of a ferry crossing community on the Clinch River. Excavations revealed prehistoric and historic archaeological remains on 40CE37 and 40CE72. Excavations revealed no intact cultural deposits on 40CE70. One rock shelter, 40GR23, contained prehistoric archaeological remains. Phase III data recovery on 40CE28 revealed numerous Early Woodland pit features and a few Archaic pit features.

A Phase I archaeological reconnaissance survey was conducted within the proposed State Route 131 (Emory Road) right-of-way from approximately 90 m east of Bishop Road to near Gill Road. Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel testing revealed one historic archaeological site (40KN150).

A Phase I survey for archaeological resources was conducted towards satisfying Section 100 of the National Historic Preservation Act and Air Force Instruction 32-7065 and developing a management plan for archaeological resources at Arnold Engineering Development Center. Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel testing revealed 32 historic, 24 prehistoric, and 13 prehistoric and historic archaeological sites.

An intensive archaeological survey was conducted in the proposed Hill Avenue (State Route 71) corridor from the bridge over State Route 158 to the intersection of Church Avenue with the existing Hill avenue. Close interval shovel testing and hand excavation of 1 m x 1 m units revealed artifacts dating from the mid-nineteenth century to the present. Limited Phase II archaeological testing was conducted at 40KN152. Excavations on 40KN152 revealed greatly disturbed outbuilding remains and stone walls.

A Phase I survey for archaeological resources was conducted within the proposed corridor of State Route 61. Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel testing revealed two prehistoric sites.

From November 22, 1995 to July 17, 1996 archaeologists from the Transportation Center at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville conducted Phase II archaeological testing of three sites, (40HK5, 40HK6, and 40HK7) additional Phase II testing of two of these sites, (40HK 5 and 40HK6) and archaeological investigations of a portion of an historic cemetery (40HK9) in Hancock County, Tennessee. This work was undertaken for Neel-Schaffer, Inc. and the Tennessee Department of Transportation in conjunction with the proposed improvements to State Route 31, from Mountain Valley Road to north of Cantwell Valley Road, in Hancock County, Tennessee.

A Phase I survey for archaeological resources was conducted within the proposed and existing rights-of-way of State Route 66 from Interstate 40 to the Parkway Road extension and in the proposed and existing rights-of-way of the Parkway Road extension and Parkway Road from State Route 66 to 60 m south of the Forks of the River Parkway. Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel testing revealed four prehistoric and three prehistoric and historic archaeological sites.

Phase I survey and limited Phase II testing for archaeological resources was conducted in a proposed residential development. Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel testing revealed four prehistoric and historic sites. Limited Phase II testing was conducted on one site. Excavations revealed the subsurface remains of numerous houses, human burials, and pit features within two overlapping palisaded Mississippian villages on 40BY111.

A Phase I survey for archaeological resources was conducted within the proposed Holston River Park. Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel testing revealed no prehistoric or historic archaeological sites.

A Phase I survey for archaeological resources was conducted within the proposed and existing rights-of-way of the proposed connector road from State Route 297 near the Oswego Industrial Park to State Route 9 (U.S. 25W) at Interstate 75. Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel testing revealed two historic archaeological sites.

Phase II evaluative archaeological testing and Phase III data recovery were conducted at site 40WM178 within the construction zone of Highway 840. Excavations revealed prehistoric and historic subsurface features including slave cabin remains, other structure remains, cellars, and an unfinished well. The historic features are associated with the Westview Plantation.

A Phase I survey for archaeological resources was conducted in the proposed easements of two greenway trails in Knox County, Tennessee. Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel testing revealed two prehistoric archaeological sites in the Powell Greenway.

A Phase I survey for archaeological resources was conducted within the proposed and existing rights-of-way of State Route 73 (Wears Valley Road) from Walden Creek Road to Sequoyia Road in Pigeon Forge in association with the proposed widening of State Route 73. Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel testing revealed no prehistoric or historic archaeological sites.

A Phase I archaeological survey, Phase II testing, and Phase III data recovery were conducted in the proposed northside waterfront redevelopment project area. Excavations revealed numerous historic privies and postholes and deep stratified historic cultural deposits on archaeological site 40KN149 in areas 2 and 3. The remains of an early twentieth century warehouse were found on site 40KN149 in Area 1. Shovel testing in the proposed Marina Area revealed deep recent historic deposits.

A Phase I survey for archaeological resources was conducted within the proposed corridor of State Route 93 (South Wilcox Drive). Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel testing revealed seven prehistoric and historic archaeological sites. Phase II testing was conducted on sites 40SL185, 40SL187, and 40SL192. 40SL185 contained two possible historic features. A single prehistoric pit feature was investigated on 40SL187.

A Phase I survey for archaeological resources was conducted at the Knollwood property which will be severely impacted by proposed commercial development. Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel testing revealed a stone walled wellhouse within a brick foundation. Three late subsurface features were uncovered but there was no evidence of early historic structures or activity areas.

A Phase I survey for cultural resources was conducted on the property acquired for the construction of the Bean Station Branch of Citizens Bank. Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel testing revealed no archaeological sites or potentially significant standing structures.

Phase II evaluative archaeological testing and Phase III data recovery were conducted at site 40KN150 within the construction zone of State Route 131. Excavations revealed structural remains, features, and postholes associated with the nineteenth century and twentieth century occupation of a farmstead on Emory Road.

Phase II evaluative archaeological testing was conducted at Button Hill on site 40LD211 within the right-of-way of a proposed access road in the Sugarlimb Industrial Park. Excavations revealed the remains of Civil War winter huts and pit features.

A Phase I survey for archaeological resources was conducted in the proposed easement fo a gas pipeline in Claiborne County, Tennessee. Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel testing revealed five prehistoric archaeological sites.

A Phase I survey for archaeological resources was conducted in the proposed right-of-way of a connector from the Little Pigeon River to Old Knoxville Highway. Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel testing did not locate any archaeological sites. Phase II evaluative archaeological testing was conducted at site 40SV48 between State Route 66 and the Little Pigeon River in association with the construction of a bridge over the river. A few prehistoric pit features, including a firecracked rock fill basin, were excavated.

A Phase I survey for archaeological resources was conducted in the proposed easement of the Alcoa Greenway in Blount County, Tennessee. Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel testing did not locate any archaeological resources.

Historical documentation and archival research was conducted of those properties in downtown Knoxville to be utilized for construction of the Criminal Justice Center.

A Phase I survey for archaeological resources was conducted of a portion of shoreline of Fort Loudoun Lake in association with a proposed shoreline stabilization project in Knox County, Tennessee. Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel testing delineated a prehistoric site.

An intensive Phase I survey for archaeological resources was conducted in the rights-of-way of State Route 73 (U.S. 321) and State Route 337 in Blount County, Tennessee. Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel testing located two prehistoric sites, one historic site and three prehistoric and historic sites. Phase II evaluative archaeological testing was conducted on five sites. One site contained cultural deposits associated with the Little River Lumber and Railroad Company. The remaining four sites have Terminal Archaic, Early Woodland, Middle Woodland, Mississippian and historic Cherokee components that contain pit features, firecracked rock-filled pits, firecracked rock clusters, and numerous structures with central hearths. Phase III data recovery was conducted on four of the five tested sites.

A Phase I survey for archaeological resources was conducted in the proposed easement of the Halls Greenway in Knox County, Tennessee. Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel testing did not locate any archaeological resources.

A Phase I survey for archaeological resources was conducted in the proposed borrow pit in Polk County, Tennessee. The borrow pit was to be utilized in construction of a proposed industrial access road from State Route 33 (U.S. 411) to the Crystal Geyser Limited Water Bottling Plant. Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel testing did not locate any archaeological resources.

A Phase I survey for archaeological resources was conducted of the proposed industrial access road in Polk County, Tennessee. Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel testing identified one prehistoric archaeological site.

A Phase I survey for archaeological resources was conducted of the proposed greenway in Knox County, Tennessee. Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel testing identified one prehistoric archaeological site.

A Phase I survey for archaeological resources was conducted in the proposed Clarksville Intermodal Port in Montgomery County, Tennessee. Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel and deep auger testing did not locate any archaeological resources. Deep recent alluvium was found to occur across the entire project area.

A Phase I survey for archaeological resources was conducted in four proposed greenway parking areas in Alcoa, Blount County, Tennessee. Pedestrian survey of the four parking areas and systematic shovel testing in two of the four parking areas did not locate any archaeological resources.

A Phase I survey for archaeological resources was conducted in four proposed road turning lane improvement areas in Alcoa, Blount County, Tennessee. Pedestrian survey and close interval probing with a soil core tool of the four road improvement areas and systematic shovel testing in one of the four road improvement areas did not locate any archaeological resources.

A Phase I survey for archaeological resources was conducted of the proposed River Islands Plantation subdivision on the French Broad river in Knox County, Tennessee. Pedestrian survey and systematic shovel testing was undertaken in the project area and information about archaeological resources is confidential.

This page was last updated on 20 Jan 2002.