An Archaeological Survey for the Dogwood Springs Water Supply Corporation Water System Improvements Project in Anderson County, Texas

Abstract

An archaeological survey of a well and plant site in central Anderson County, Texas was performed on November 4, 2007 by Brazos Valley Research Associates (BVRA) for the Dogwood Springs Water Supply Corporation (WSC) under Antiquities Permit 4709. The project area was investigated by shovel testing. Due to extensive forest debris, a surface inspection was not possible. The footprint for the well and plant site is 100’ x 100’ (.23 acre), and the entire project area is on a six percent slope. Five shovel tests dug through sandy soil to depths of 80 cm to 100 cm were negative in terms of producing cultural materials, and no artifacts were collected. Therefore, it is recommended that construction be allowed to proceed as planned. Copies of the report are on file at the Texas Historical Commission (THC), Archeology Division, Texas Archeological Research Laboratory (TARL), and BVRA.