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Final Cultural Resource Assessment Survey (CRAS) Report Volume 1 of 2 January 2014 Introduction Revised January 2017 US 41(SR 45) From Kracker Avenue to South of SR 676 (Causeway Boulevard), Project Development and Environment (PD&E) Study Final Cultural Resource Assessment Survey (CRAS) Report – Volume 1 of 2 Work Program Item Segment No. 430056 1 ETDM Project No. 5180 Hillsborough County, Florida Prepared for: FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION DISTRICT SEVEN Prepared by: Archaeological Consultants, Inc. In association with: American Consulting Engineers of Florida, LLC January 2014 Introduction Revised January 2017 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) conducted a Project Development and Environment (PD&E) Study to evaluate alternative improvements for US 41 (SR 45) from Kracker Avenue (milepoint 15.784) to south of SR 676 (Causeway Boulevard – milepoint 22.791) in Hillsborough County (Figure 1-1), a distance of approximately 7.0 miles. Study objectives included: determine proposed typical sections and develop preliminary conceptual design plans for proposed improvements, while minimizing impacts to the environment; consider agency and public comments; and ensure project compliance with all applicable federal and state laws. Improvement alternatives were identified which will improve safety and satisfy future transportation demand. A State Environmental Impact Report (SEIR) was prepared for this study and approved on January 12, 2017. This Cultural Resource Assessment Survey Report (CRAS) was prepared as part of this PD&E study. This project was conducted in accordance with the requirements set forth in the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, as amended, and Chapter 267, Florida Statutes. It was carried out in conformity with Part 2, Chapter 12 (Archaeological and Historical Resources) of the FDOT PD&E Manual and the standards contained in the Florida Division of Historical Resources’ (FDHR) Cultural Resource Management Standards and Operational Manual (FDHR 2003; FDOT 1999). In addition, this study meets the specifications set forth in Chapter 1A‐46, Florida Administrative Code (FAC). The purpose of the CRAS was to identify any archaeological sites and historic resources located within the project area of potential effect (APE), and to assess their significance in terms of the criteria of eligibility for listing in the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP). The archaeological APE was defined as the existing and proposed right of way (ROW); the historical APE includes the archaeological APE as well as the adjacent properties. A review of the Florida Master Site File (FMSF) and NRHP indicated that 19 previously recorded archaeological sites are located within one‐half mile of the study corridor. Of these, the plotted locations of seven sites (8HI16, 8HI17, 8HI26, 8HI35, 8HI71, 8HI6747, and 8HI10215) are adjacent or proximate to the study corridor. The background research suggested a variable potential for archaeological sites. As the result of field survey, no new archaeological sites were identified. Evidence of two previously recorded sites, 8HI26 and 8HI10215, was found within the project APE, and the FMSF data were updated. Neither site, as contained within the US 41 project APE, is considered eligible for listing in the NRHP due to the low artifact density and diversity, and low research potential. In addition, both sites have been disturbed through construction of US 41, the adjacent railroad, and other nearby constructed features. Archaeological survey within and proximate to the recorded locations of 8HI16, 8HI17, 8HI35, 8HI71, and 8HI6747 yielded negative results. While no human remains were observed within the project APE during the current survey, the findings of previous work indicate that if any land altering activities are planned outside the existing US 41 (SR 45) PD&E Study Page i Kracker Avenue to S. of Causeway Blvd WPI Segment No.: 430056 1 Final Cultural Resource Assessment Report eastern ROW located between Ohio and Michigan Avenues, archaeological monitoring is warranted given the possible presence of human remains. Background research revealed that 18 previously recorded historic resources are located within the project APE. Historical/architectural survey resulted in the identification and evaluation of 121 historic resources, including 99 buildings (8HI1022B, 8HI1058A, 8HI1058B, 8HI1058C, 8HI1058D, 8HI1059, and 8HI12024 through 12116); 10 building complex resource groups (8HI1058, 8HI12117 through 12123, 8HI12127, and 12128); seven bridges (8HI1007, 8HI11793, and 8HI12019 through 12023); and five linear resource groups (8HI10237, 8HI12124 through 12126, and 8HI12129). Of the 121 historic resources located within the project APE, 10 were previously recorded in the FMSF and 111 were newly identified. Eight previously recorded historic resources are no longer extant. The Alafia River Swing Span Bridge and Tender Station (8HI1007) is considered potentially eligible for NRHP listing under Criterion A in the area of Transportation and under Criterion C in the area of Engineering. Also, the CSX Railroad (8HI10237) is considered potentially eligible for NRHP listing under Criterion A in the area of Transportation. Current plans for the US 41 improvement project suggest that there will be no involvement with the Alafia River Swing Span Railroad Bridge and Tender Station (8HI1007) and the CSX Railroad (8HI10237). None of the other linear resources and bridges, nor the historic buildings and building complex resource groups, is considered potentially eligible for listing in the NRHP due to their commonality of style and construction and their lack of known significant historical associations. There is no potential for historic districts. In conclusion, given the results of background research and archaeological and historical/ architectural field surveys, the Alafia River Swing Span Bridge and Tender Station (8HI1007) and the CSX Railroad (8HI10237) are considered potentially eligible for listing in the NRHP. All other recorded resources are not considered NRHP‐eligible. It is anticipated that the proposed project will have no involvement with the Alafia River Swing Span Bridge and Tender Station and the CSX Railroad. If the FDOT recommended alternative has involvement with either resource, a determination of effects will be prepared and coordinated with the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO). Proposed pond and floodplain compensation (FPC) sites were not identified in the PD&E Study; they will be evaluated during design. US 41 (SR 45) PD&E Study Page ii Kracker Avenue to S. of Causeway Blvd WPI Segment No.: 430056 1 Final Cultural Resource Assessment Report Table of Contents EXECUTIVE SUMMARY .................................................................................................................... i SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................. 1-1 1.1 PD&E STUDY PURPOSE ..............................................................................................1‐1 1.2 PROJECT DESCRIPTION ..............................................................................................1‐1 1.3 EXISTING FACILITY AND PLANNED IMPROVEMENTS .................................................1‐1 1.4 PROJECT PURPOSE AND NEED ...................................................................................1‐5 1.5 REPORT PURPOSE ......................................................................................................1‐6 SECTION 2 ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING.................................................................................. 2-1 2.1 LOCATION AND SETTING ...........................................................................................2‐1 2.2 PHYSIOGRAPHY AND GEOLOGY ................................................................................2‐1 2.3 SOILS AND VEGETATION............................................................................................2‐3 2.4 PALEOENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS .............................................................2‐4 SECTION 3 CULTURAL CHRONOLOGY ................................................................................... 3-1 3.1 PALEO‐INDIAN ...........................................................................................................3‐1 3.2 ARCHAIC ....................................................................................................................3‐4 3.3 FORMATIVE .............................................................................................................. 3‐6 3.4 MISSISSIPPIAN ...........................................................................................................3‐7 3.5 COLONIALISM ............................................................................................................3‐8 3.6 TERRITORIAL AND STATEHOOD..................................................................................3‐9 3.7 CIVIL WAR AND AFTERMATH ...................................................................................3‐12 3.8 TWENTIETH CENTURY ..............................................................................................3‐14 SECTION 4 RESEARCH CONSIDERATIONS AND METHODS..................................................... 4-1 4.1 BACKGROUND RESEARCH AND LITERATURE REVIEW ...............................................4‐1 4.1.1 Archaeological Considerations .....................................................................4‐1