What question did this study set out to answer?

The study aims to determine the eligibility of two archaeological sites for the National Historic Preservation Act.

February 28, 2026Open Access

Pollen, Macrofloral, and Protein Residue (Ciep) Analysis on Samples From Sites 8hg1455 and 8po999, Highland and Polk Counties, Florida

Key Points

The study aims to determine the eligibility of two archaeological sites for the National Historic Preservation Act.
Conducted cultural resource investigations at Fort Arbuckle and Orange Hammock Crossing.
Submitted sediment and lithic artifacts for analysis.
Performed CIEP analysis to identify pollen, macrofloral remains, and protein residues.
Findings will help assess the historical significance of both sites.
Results from the CIEP analysis are expected to support preservation eligibility.
The sediment provided valuable insights into the ecological history surrounding the sites.

Abstract

Sites 8PO999 (Fort Arbuckle) and 8HG1455 (Orange Hammock Crossing) are two previously documented archaeological sites that underwent additional cultural resource investigations by Versar Inc. in order to assess if these sites fulfill eligibility requirements for the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA). Sediment and lithic artifacts were submitted for pollen, macrofloral, and protein residue (CIEP) analysis.

Pollen, Macrofloral, and Protein Residue (Ciep) Analysis on Samples From Sites 8hg1455 and 8po999, Highland and Polk Counties, Florida

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