Archaeological salvage investigations at 9CK(DOT)7 led to the excavation and recovery of numerous features and artifacts representing principally the Early Woodland Kellogg Phase in north Georgia prehistory. Features included large pits for storing and processing vegetable foods and postholes representing the remains of windbreaks, drying racks, and other structures. Artifacts are composed mainly of fabric marked Dunlap pottery and lithic tools. Also, a large amount of vegetable remains including hickory nuts and acorns were recovered from the storage facilities. An analysis of these features, artifacts, and plant remains indicate that 9CK(DOT)7 served as a small seasonal campsite for Kellogg peoples during the fall and winter months. Vegetable foods gathered and stored during the fall were utilized during the bleak winter and early spring. These investigations further demonstrate the early placement of Kellogg among Southeastern Woodland Cultural groups and provide data for evaluating relationships with these groups.
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