The Archeological Survey of a 50 Acre Tract, the Proposed Site for a New Wal-Mart, Carrollton, Georgia

Between March 31 and April 2, 2004, a 50 acre tract-the proposed site of a new Wal-Mart-was archeologically surveyed by Southeastern Archeological Services, Inc. The survey was conducted in order to ensure that the developers are in compliance with federal regulations concerning the identification and treatment of archeological resources. The tract is located on the west side of US 27, south of Carrollton, Georgia. Three archeological sites were recorded and evaluated. 9CL336 is a large site occupying the east-central portion of the tract. It consists of the remnants of two twentieth century farm complexes and a large prehistoric lithic (quartz) workshop area. Most of the farm buildings have been destroyed by bulldozing. Historic period artifacts are plentiful and clearly date to the twentieth century. The prehistoric component occupies the hilltop in the central portion of the site. Artifacts are numerous, consisting of quartz debris and mostly unfinished tools. Due to previous disturbance (plowing, erosion, and agricultural terracing) the prehistoric component has poor integrity. 9CL337 is another prehistoric lithic (quartz) workshop area, located in the south-central portion of the survey tract. The artifact assemblage is very similar to 9CL336, consisting of lithic debris and mostly unfinished tools. The site has poor integrity due to plowing and erosion. 9CL338 is a historic period site located just north of 9CL336. Diagnostic artifacts date this probable house site to the mid nineteenth century. The site has been destroyed by plowing and erosion. In summary, due to poor integrity and low research potential, none of the three sites meets the criteria necessary for inclusion in the National Register of Historic Places. Construction of the new Wal-Mart will not adversely affect any significant archeological resources.