An Archaeological Survey for the Brookesmith Special Utility District Water Line Project in Brown County, Texas

Abstract

An archaeological survey of a proposed 12.39-mile water line in south- central Brown County, Texas was performed on May 4, 2008 by Brazos Valley Research Associates (BVRA) for the Brookesmith Special Utility District (SUD) under Antiquities Permit 4904. Two areas were examined. Area A is a 3.83-mile segment north of Lake Brownwood that does not cross any creeks, and Area B is an 8.56-mile segment south of the city of Brownwood that crosses one creek. No archaeological sites were found in either of the two areas, and it is recommended that construction of the water line be allowed to proceed as planned. In all, the project area comprises 22.53 acres. No artifacts were collected. Copies of the report are on file at the Texas Historical Commission (THC), Archeology Division, Texas Archeological Research Laboratory (TARL), and BVRA.