The proposed project would surplus Parcel 13 on 1-85 in Jackson County (see attached location map and graphic). The parcel is located west of 1-85 and north of SR 82/Holly Springs Road, along the 1-85 southbound exit ramp. The parcel is approximately 1.224 acres. Because of the nature and scope of the undertaking, the APE is limited to the, surplus parcel itself. No ground disturbing activity would occur. An archeological survey consistent with these project specifications was performed within the project corridor. An archeological survey (Level I) was conducted in accordance with "GDOT/FHWA Cultural Resource Survey Guidelines" developed by the GDOT Staff Archeologists in consultation with DNR Historic Preservation Division Staff and concurred in by the Federal Highway Administration and State Historic Preservation Officer. These guidelines provide general survey boundaries and methodological approaches to archeological surveys based on the type/scope of work of proposed highway projects and are followed during the initial identification of archaeological resources. By agreement, since no archaeological resources were located within the project's area of potential effect, no signed concurrence form the State Historic Preservation Officer is required. It is concluded, therefore, that the project will have no effect upon archaeological resources on or eligible for inclusion in the NRHP provided that the project conforms to that described above.
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