This report presents the results of an intensive archeological survey of a proposed 6.5 km (4.1 mi) long electrical transmission line in northern Gwinnett County that the Georgia Transmission Corporation wishes to construct. The goal of the survey was to locate and evaluate any archeological resources that may be impacted by the construction and maintenance of the transmission line. Historic resources (standing structures older than 50 years) are being surveyed and evaluated in a separate report. The survey was undertaken in compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, as amended, which requires consideration of project effects on significant cultural resources. The proposed transmission line corridor will be 26.5 m (87 ft) wide, and this corridor is considered the area of potential effect for the project.
The proposed line adjoins an existing large Georgia Power Company transmission line for all but 343 m (1125 ft) of its length. Archival research and intensive field survey, consisting of surface inspection and the excavation of 79 exploratory shovel tests, were conducted from January 19-20, 1999. One archeological site, and an artifact occurrence were discovered. We recommend that these resources are not eligible for inclusion in the National Register of Historic Places. We conclude that the proposed construction of the Ivy Creek transmission line will have no adverse effect on significant (eligible) archeological resources.
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