Grant Report for Fiscal Year 2020 CLG Grant for Continued Copyrighted
J une 7, 2021
City of Dubuque Consent Items # 7.
City Council Meeting
ITEM TITLE: Grant Report for Fiscal Year 2020 CLG Grant for Continued
Preservation Planning at Eagle Point Park
SUM MARY: City Manager recommending approval of a grant report for the Phase I
Archaeological Survey at Eagle Point Park, made possible through a
$10,000 grant from the Certified Local Government grant program by the
State Historic Preservation Office, under the lowa Department of Cultural
Affairs.
SUGGESTED Suggested Disposition: Receive and File;Approve
DISPOSITION:
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
Eagle Point Grant Report for FY20 CLG Grant-MVM City Manager Memo
Memo
Staff Memo Staff Memo
CLG Grant Report FY20 Supporting Documentation
Budget Detail & Grant Management Reporting Supporting Documentation
Invoices& Payments Supporting Documentation
CLG Grant Payment Certification Supporting Documentation
Phase 1 Survey - Redacted Supporting Documentation
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TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
SUBJECT: Grant Report for Fiscal Year 2020 CLG Grant for Continued Preservation
Planning at Eagle Point park
DATE: June 1, 2021
Leisure Services Manager Marie Ware and Planning Services Manager Wally
Wernimont recommend approval of a grant report for the Phase I Archaeological Survey
at Eagle Point Park, made possible through a $10,000 grant from the Certified Local
Government grant program by the State Historic Preservation Office, under the lowa
Department of Cultural Affairs. The Certified Local Government grant program is
federal pass-thru funding from the National Park Service to the lowa Department of
Cultural Affairs. As part of the requirement of the grant, a grant report must be
completed at the end of the project.
I concur with the recommendation and respectfully request Mayor and City Council
approval.
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Mic ael C. Van Milligen
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cc: Crenna Brumwell, City Attorney
Cori Burbach, Assistant City Manager
Marie Ware, Leisure Services Manager
Wally Wernimont, Planning Services Manager
Dubuque Planning Services Department
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TO: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
FROM: Marie Ware, Leisure Services Manager
Wally Wernimont, Planning Services Manager
SUBJECT: Grant Report for FY 20 CLG Grant for Continued Preservation Planning at
Eagle Point Park
DATE: May 28, 2021
INTRODUCTION
This memorandum transmits a request for approval of a grant report for the Phase I
Archaeological Survey at Eagle Point Park, made possible through a $10,000 grant
from the Certified Local Government (CLG) grant program by the State Historic
Preservation Office (SHPO), under the lowa Department of Cultural Affairs (IDCA). The
CLG grant program is federal pass-thru funding from the National Park Service (NPS) to
the IDCA.
BACKGROUND
The SHPO annually awards CLG grant funds for competitive projects that help to
preserve, conserve, interpret, enhance, and educate the public about lowa's historical
preservation projects in the community. An FY 20 $10,000 award was announced in
November 2019 for the Continuation of the Phase I Archaeology Survey at Eagle Point
Park. The grant contract was approved by City Council and signed by Mayor Buol on
March 13, 2020.
Eagle Point Park, located at 2601 Shiras Avenue, is listed in the National Register of
Historic Places. As a CLG, the City has a long collaboration with the SHPO in
stewardship of the historic architecture, landscape, cultural heritage, and archaeology of
this regional park. Eagle Point Park is also a local Historic Landmark Site.
A State grant matched by City funds enabled completion of a Phase I Archaeological
Survey in 2015. This project continues this work into previously unsurveyed areas of the
park, as well as the new section of 11 acres received by the City in December 2018.
The Phase I Intensive Archeological survey was completed by Wapsi Valley
Archaeology, the awarded consulted, this winter. This grant's products include an
accurate boundary identification, performed by the City's engineering staff, and a Phase
I Survey for sections of the park. This work completes the Phase I Survey work for the
entire parkland owned by the City of Dubuque. This information will enable the Park
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Division to be good land stewards by avoiding culturally-sensitive areas, continue
environmental restoration work, and protect the historic, archeological, and
environmental resources that make up this community park.
DISCUSSION
As part of the requirement of the grant, a grant report must be completed at the end of
the project. The grant report is enclosed along with a redacted copy of the grant
products, in order to protect any cultural resources. Included in the grant report is a
financial report for all expenditures in the grant.
REQUESTED ACTION
Staff recommends review, approval and signing of the CLG Grant Payment Certification
and the final budget reporting form.
Enclosures
Prepared by Chris Happ Olson
cc: Stephen Fehsal, Park Division Manager
Jenny Larson, Budget & Finance Director
Chris Happ Olson, Assistant Planner
Gus Psihoyos, City Engineer
Nate Kieffer, Land Surveyor
Barry Lindhal, Senior Counsel
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approval\01 EPP Cont Phase I Survey- MVM memo-Consultant Selection.doc
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Reviewers cannot see your material until you submit your application. Once you have
finished the last step, you will receive a confirmation message and ID number.
State Historical Society of lowa
2021 CLG Grant Request for Reimbursement Form
Christine Happ Olson
50 W 13th St
Dubuque, IA 52001, United States
563-589-4210
colson@cityofdubuque.org
Forms Edit
CLG Grant Payment Authorization Form * indicates a required field
1. Grantee name
Enter the name of the local government (e.g., Dubuque County, City of Creston, City of
Ottumwa, etc.)
City of Dubuque
2. Grant number
This can be found on the first page of your grant contract (e.g., 202011-8910, 202011-8907)
202011-8903
3. Grant Project Title
This can be found on the first page of your grant contract. (e.g., Survey of the First Street
Neighborhood, Nomination of the Smith House, etc.)
Phase I Archaeological Survey for Eagle Point Park
4. Request for Reimbursement Form
Complete the financial table below. Please include all grant and match expenses. Separate
the cash match expenses from in-kind expenses.
If you have questions, please email paula.mohr@iowa.gov or call (515) 281-6826. She is
here to help you!
Tips:
Description (text): The vendor/consultant/contractor name and date of invoice (text).
Grant Expense ($): The amount of grant funds spent.
Cash Match Expense ($) - The amount of cash spent by the grantee, not including grant
funds.
In-Kind Match ($): The amount of non-cash items donated to the project. This can include
volunteer time, donated mileage or goods, or discounted goods or services. The rate for
donated labor is the [Independent Sector's hourly rate] (https://independentsector.org/value-
of-volunteer-time-2018/) for lowa, unless a volunteer is donating their time for work they do
professionally. The mileage rate is 39 cents per mile. The value of match for donated goods
can be figured at the rate it would cost to purchase those goods. Donated space is figured at
the cost to rent the space. See the Grants Manager Manual for forms that can be used to
document your match.
Please provide row totals.
Please add a row at the bottom of your table titled Column Totals and manually total each
column.
Cash InKind
Description Grant Match Match Total
Expense Expense
Expense Expense
Personnel: Project 0 0 935 935
sta k i n g/coo rd i n ati o n
Personnel: Project
0 0 1,217 1,217
management/grant admin
Materials: stakes 0 825 0 825
Personnel: boundary 0 0 3,940 3,940
survey/engineering
services
Consultant: archaeologist 10,000 3,993 0 13,993
TOTAL 10,000 4,818 6,092 20,910
CLG grant reimbursement signature page * indicates a required field
1. CLG grant reimbursement signature page
After you have completed your request for reimbursement and the CLG Coordinator has
reviewed it for completeness, you must have your elected official (mayor for a city; chair of
the Board of Supervisors for a county) approve your request for reimbursement. Download
this document for your elected official to sign. Scan the document and upload it to Slideroom
so that accounting can process your payment.
In the box below enter the name of your elected official who signed the request for
reimbursement.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1 N08Lk-jASPeT-KYpkoTW72P4-m3A8B4Q/view?usp=sharing
If you have questions, please email paula.mohr@iowa.gov.
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
ATTACHMENTS Edit
Financial Documentation and Grant Products/Reports
Attach financial documentation to support the request for reimbursement. This includes
invoices, cancelled checks, documentation of match.
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563.589.4270
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www.cityofdubuque.org
BILL City of Dubuque Leisure Services Dept. C/0 Steve Fehsal
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QUANTITY DESCRIPTION UNIT COST AMOUNT
Fieldwork Data Collection 2,289•97
CAD Drafting 247.50
Fieldwork Monument Reconnaissance 1,017.50
Project Management 385.00
CURRENT 1-30 DAYS 31-60 DAYS 61-90 DAYS OVER 90 DAYS AMOUNT DUE
PAST DUE PAST DUE PAST DUE PAST DUE
3,939.97
REMITTANCE
Invoice No. 1
Attention:
City Account:
Date:
Amount Due: 3,939.97
Amount Enclosed:
Make all checks payable to City of Dubuque 50 W. 13�h St. Dubuque, IA 52001
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DATE TASK HOURS RATE/HR TOTAL
4/15/2020 FIELD RECON. 2.00 $ 55.00 $ 110.00
4/16/2020 FIELD RECON. 3.00 $ 55.00 $ 165.00
10/21/2020 FIELD RECON. 4.00 $ 55.00 $ 220.00
10/28/2020 FIELD RECON. 2.50 $ 55.00 $ 137.50
10/30/2020 FIELD RECON. 1.50 $ 55.00 $ 82.50
11/3/2020 FIELD RECON. 0.50 $ 55.00 $ 27.50
11/9/2020 FIELD RECON. 5.00 $ 55.00 $ 275.00
$ 1,017.50 SUB TOTAL
DATE TASK HOURS RATE/HR TOTAL
11/12/2020 CAD DRAFTING 3.00 $ 55.00 $ 165.00
11/24/2020 CAD DRAFTING 1.50 $ 55.00 $ 82.50
$ 247.50 SUB TOTAL
DATE TASK HOURS RATE/HR TOTAL
4/17/2020 PROJECT MANAGEMENT 0.5 $ 55.00 $ 27.50
4/15/2020 PROJECT MANAGEMENT 0.50 $ 55.00 $ 27.50
4/23/2020 PROJECT MANAGEMENT 0.50 $ 55.00 $ 27.50
4/24/2020 PROJECT MANAGEMENT 0.50 $ 55.00 $ 27.50
5/11/2020 PROJECT MANAGEMENT 0.50 $ 55.00 $ 27.50
6/24/2020 PROJECT MANAGEMENT 1.00 $ 55.00 $ 55.00
11/2/2020 PROJECT MANAGEMENT 1.00 $ 55.00 $ 55.00
11/18/2020 PROJECT MANAGEMENT 2.00 $ 55.00 $ 110.00
11/23/2020 PROJECT MANAGEMENT 0.50 $ 55.00 $ 27.50
11/24/2020 PROJECT MANAGEMENT 0.50 $ 55.00 $ 27.50
$ 385.00 SUB TOTAL
$ 1,650.00 TOTAL
WAPSI VALLF,Y
Wapsi ValleyArchaeology, Inc. Invoice
Anamosa, lowa 52205
P.O. Box 244
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ARCHAEOLOGY
Bill To: Invoice #: WVA1135 1
City of Dubuque Date: 12/8/20
Planning Services Department
50 West 13th Street Due Date:
Dubuque, IA 52001
12/23/20
Item Description Amount
Phase I Archaeological survey, Eagle Point Park, Dubuque, lowa 7,695.89
Partial Invoice: Fieldwork and Initial Research (55%)
Thank you for your business.
Total $7,695.89
Phone#
(319)462-4760
CITY OF DUBUQUE
CH�CK N� A�DUNT VE�DDR C��CK DATE
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P.O. Box 244
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Bill To: Invoice #: WVA1135 1
City of Dubuque Date: 12/8/20
Planning Services Department
50 West 13th Street Due Date:
Dubuque, IA 52001
12/23/20
Item Description Amount
Phase I Archaeological survey, Eagle Point Park, Dubuque, lowa 7,695.89
Partial Invoice: Fieldwork and Initial Research (55%)
Thank you for your business.
Total $7,695.89
Phone#
(319)462-4760
WAPSI VALLF,Y
Wapsi ValleyArchaeology, Inc. Invoice
Anamosa, lowa 52205
P.O. Box 244
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Bill To: Invoice #: WVA1135 2
City of Dubuque Date: 1/14/21
Planning Services Department
50 West 13th Street Due Date:
Dubuque, IA 52001
1/29/21
Item Description Amount
Phase I Archaeological survey, Eagle Point Park, Dubuque, lowa 5,597.01
Partial Invoice: Draft Report Submittal
Thank you for your business.
Total $5,597.01
Phone#
(319)462-4760
From: Christine Haoo Olson
To: ]ane Glennon
Cc: nafinnCa�wapsivalleyarch.com
Subject: FW: Eagle Point Park Draft Report
Date: Thursday,January 14,2021 3:54:47 PM
Attachments: WVA1135 2 Dubuque EPP.pdf
Jane,
Can you please process this invoice. We are in receipt of the Wapsi Valley Archaeology draft report.
This will bring them to 95% completion of their contract for service.
Thanks,
Chris
From: Nurit Finn <ngfinn@wapsivalleyarch.com>
Sent:Thursday,January 14, 2021 3:40 PM
To: Christine Happ Olson <colson@cityofdubuque.org>
Subject: Re: Eagle Point Park Draft Report
Great to hear!
And here is our invoice for the draft report submittal.
Thank you, Chris!
Nurit
Click here to report this email as spam.
On Jan 14, 2021, at 3:36 PM, Christine Happ Olson <colson�cityofdubuque.org>wrote:
It worked!
From: Nurit Finn <n�finnC�wapsivalleyarch.com>
Sent:Thursday,January 14, 2021 3:22 PM
To: Christine Happ Olson <colsonC�cityofdubuque.org>
Subject: Re: Eagle Point Park Draft Report
Chris,
Attachment availabl il Feb 13, 2021
Here is the report attached. If you have any issues receiving this, please let me know and I'll try the
ftp.
Thanks,
Nurit
Nurit G. Finn
President, WAPSI VALLEY ARCHAEOLOGY, INC.
P.O. Box 244
126 East Main Street
Anamosa, IA 52205
Telephone: (319) 462-4760
Email: ngfinnC�wapsivalleyarch.com
Web site: www.wapsivalleyarch.com
CITY OF DUBUQUE
CH�CK N� A�DUNT VE�DDR CHECK DATE
V49330� 5,597.01 3336 WAP51 VALLEY ARCHAE�L�GY INC o2rosr��
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10�62700 52�715 21D0492'7 VA�.7.35-� 7, 304 . I.1 EAGLE POINT PAAK ARCH
1Q22931 b2716 21004927 VA1135-2 3,292.9fl �HGL� I'OIN'1' I'Al2fC HkCH
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CHECK NO AMOUNT VENDOR CHECK DATE
V494849 699.62 3336 WAPSI VALLEY ARCHAEOLOGY INC 04/21/21
Activity/Project Account Purchase Order Invoice No Amount Description
1022431 62716 21004927 VA1135-3 699. 62 EA�LE Pozlvr PARK ARCH
Z Z Z Z TOTAL 699.62 V494849
DUBUQUE BANK&TRUST CO 45-53
THECITYOF DUBUQUE, IOWA 73g Check No. V494849
City Hall Date 04/21/21
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Wapsi ValleyArchaeology, Inc. �nV�ICe
126 East Main Street
P.O. Box 244
Anamosa, IA 52205 � � � �
ARCHAEOLOGY
Bill To: Invoice #: WVA1135 3
City of Dubuque Date: 4/13/21
Planning Services Department
50 West 13th Street Due Date:
Dubuque, IA 52001
4/28/21
Item Description Amount
Phase I Archaeological survey, Eagle Point Park, Dubuque, lowa 699.62
Final Report Submittal
FINAL INVOICE
Approved payment for remaining 5°/o contract by Chris Happ Ison on 04-14-21.
Approved report by Paula Mohr & Heather Gibb on 04-05-21.
Thank you for your business.
Total $699.62
Phone#
(319)462-4760
From: Wallv Wernimont
To: ]ane Glennon;Christine Happ Olson
Subject: RE: Eagle Point Park Final Invoice-Amount?
Date: Wednesday,April 14,2021 10:22:11 AM
Jane,
Please pay the additional 52 cents.
Thanks,
Wally
From:Jane Glennon <Jglennon@cityofdubuque.org>
Sent: Wednesday, April 14, 2021 9:21 AM
To: Christine Happ Olson <colson@cityofdubuque.org>
Cc: Wally Wernimont<Wwernimo@cityofdubuque.org>
Subject: RE: Eagle Point Park Final Invoice -Amount?
Chris and Wally,
Processing the final Wapsi invoice which comes in $0.52 over budgeted amount.
$13,992.00 Grant budget amount
( 7,695.89) Inv 1
( 5,597.01) Inv 2
( 699.62� Inv 3
($ .52) Over budget
According to Accounts Payable "you are allowed to overpay the purchase order by 10% of the P.O.
total" assuming you have funds to cover the expense.
With your approval I can process the requested amount. Or, I can pay short.
Jane Glennon
Planning Services Secretary
563-589-4210 ext. 1
From: Christine Happ Olson
Sent: Wednesday, April 14, 2021 8:37 AM
To: n�finn�wapsivalleyarch.com
Cc:Jane Glennon <Jglennonl�cit�ofdubuque.org>; Wally Wernimont
<Wwernimo�cityofdubuque.org>
Subject: FW: Eagle Point Park Final Invoice
Thank you, Nurit,
Likewise-we appreciate your help on the project. I am passing this to Jane and Wally with approval
for payment as the project is complete and approved by the SHPO.
Take care and please pass our thanks to Michael, too.
Chris
From: Nurit Finn <n�finn�wapsivalleyarch.com>
Sent:Tuesday, April 13, 2021 2:14 PM
To: Christine Happ Olson <colson�cityofdubuque.org>
Subject: Eagle Point Park Final Invoice
Hello Chris,
Here's our final invoice for the Eagle Point Park project. Thanks again for selecting Wapsi Valley
Archaeology for this project! We really enjoyed working with you and the City of Dubuque--I hope
we have an opportunity to work with you again in the future!
Best regards,
Nurit
Nurit G. Finn
President, WAPSI VALLEY ARCHAEOLOGY, INC.
P.O. Box 244
126 East Main Street
Anamosa, IA 52205
Telephone: (319) 462-4760
Email: ngfinnC�wapsivalleyarch.com
Web site: www.wapsivalleyarch.com
Click here to report this email as spam.
Certified Local Government Grant Payment Certification
CLG Grantee Name: City of Dubuque
CLG Grant Number (xxxx-xxxx): 202011-8903
CLG Grant Project Title: Phase I Archaeological Survey for Eagle Point Park
I certify that the requested funds were expended for work fully completed and that the invoices, values
of declared cash/in-kind match and other supporting documentation accurately reflect expenditures
that were used entirely for the stated purpose as stated in the Certified Local Government Grant -in -Aid
agreement. This representation is made under penalty of perjury.
Signature of Elected Official (mayor or chair of the board of supervisors):
/1 0, ��-
Signature Elected Official:
Name of Elected Official: Roy D. Buol
Title of Elected Official: Mayor
Date
Confidential
�VAPSI VALLEY
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ARCHAE() L[)GY
Phase I Intensive Archaeological Survey and
Evaluation of the Eagle Point Park New Sections,
City of Dubuque, Dubuque County, lowa
Wapsi Valley Archaeology
Report No. 1135
Prepared for:
The City of Dubuque, lowa
By James R. McGrath-Seegmiller
Michael R. Finn and Nurit G. Finn, Principal Investigators
Wapsi Valley Archaeology, Inc.
P.O. Box 244
Anamosa, lowa 52205
(319)462-4760
Final
April 2021
Phase I Intensive Archaeological Survey and
Evaluation of the Eagle Point Park New Sections,
City of Dubuque, Dubuque County, lowa
By James R. McGrath-Seegmiller
Michael R. Finn and Nurit G. Finn, Principal Investigators
Wapsi Valley Archaeology
Report No. 1135
Wapsi Valley Archaeology, Inc.
P.O. Box 244
Anamosa, lowa 52205
(319)462-4760
April 2021
This report contains sensitive information on archaeological sites and is not intended for public
distribution.
Final
Table of Contents
Tableof Contents ..................................................................................................1
Listof Tables .........................................................................................................2
Listof Figures ........................................................................................................2
Abstract..................................................................................................................5
Introduction ............................................................................................................6
Project Area Description ........................................................................................8
Project Location and Description .......................................................................8
Regional Physiographic Context........................................................................8
LocalContext .....................................................................................................9
Soils .................................................................................................................10
Overview of Geomorphology............................................................................11
Glacial and Interglacial Stages .....................................................................12
Geomorphology of Upland Settings in lowa .................................................13
Geomorphology of Holocene Settings..........................................................15
Geomorphology and Archaeological Site Potential ......................................15
ResearchDesign .................................................................................................17
ResearchGoals ...............................................................................................17
Background Research Methods.......................................................................17
FieldMethods...................................................................................................17
Disposition of Records .....................................................................................18
Results of Investigations......................................................................................19
Previous Archaeological Research ..................................................................19
Recent Archaeological Investigations in the Area ........................................19
Early Archaeological Research at Eagle Point Park.....................................22
Historical Research ..........................................................................................23
Phase I Archaeological Survey Fieldwork Results...........................................25
Site �, ...............................................................28
Conclusions .........................................................................................................32
Recommendations...............................................................................................33
References ..........................................................................................................34
Tables..................................................................................................................38
Figures.................................................................................................................41
Appendix 1: NADB Form .....................................................................................73
Appendix 2: Archaeological Site Forms...............................................................76
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List of Tables
Table 1. Summary of Soil Series in the Project Area.....................................................................10
Table 2. Typical Pedon and Geomorphic Context of Soils Mapped in the Project Area................11
Table 3. Soil Profiles from Shovel Tests in the Surveyed Areas....................................................39
Table 4. Previous Archaeological Surveys within the Project Area and within One Mile of the
ProjectArea.....................................................................................................................19
Table 5. Previously Recorded Archaeological Sites within One Mile of the Project Area..............20
List of Figures
Figure 1. Map of the project area in the north portion of Dubuque, Dubuque County, lowa. .......42
Figure 2. Topographic map showing the project area, the location of , and
previously surveyed areas.............................................................................................43
Figure 3. 2017 orthophotograph of the project area showing the location of the newly
identified archaeological site..........................................................................................44
Figure 4. lowa landform map showing the Paleozoic Plateau and the general location of the
projectarea ...................................................................................................................45
Figure 5. Photograph showing the view from a relatively level portion of the northern parcel
overlooking the Mississippi River ..................................................................................46
Figure 6. Photograph showing a relatively level ridgetop to the west transitioning to a steep
slope to the east towards the Mississippi River. ...........................................................47
Figure 7. Photograph showing the topography and vegetation common in the northern
parce I.............................................................................................................................48
Figure 8. Photograph showing the topography and vegetation common adjacent to ravines .......48
Figure 9. Photograph showing the dense Oriental bittersweet (Celastrus orbiculatus)vines in
thesouthern parcel........................................................................................................49
Figure 10. LiDAR-derived hillshade image of the project area showing soil types alongside
the locations of shovel tests and the newly identified archaeological site. .................50
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Figure 11a. Idealized cross section of a stream valley showing DeForest Formation members
and nearby upland geomorphological packages. .......................................................51
Figure 11 b. Chart showing ages of DeForest Formation members and associated cultural
periods. ........................................................................................................................52
Figure 12. General Land Office Survey plat map for T89N, R02E and T89N, R03E. ...................52
Figure 13. 1875 Andreas map of the project area. ........................................................................53
Figure 14. 1892 plat map of the project area.................................................................................54
Figure 15. 1900 plat map of the project area.................................................................................55
Figure 16. 1906 map showing mineral rights in the project area...................................................56
Figure 17. 1928 map of Dubuque mounds provided to Charles Keyes.........................................57
Figure 18. 1927 aerial photograph of the project area...................................................................58
Figure 19. 1930s aerial photograph of the project area.................................................................59
Figure 20. 1950s aerial photograph of the project area.................................................................60
Figure 21. 1970s aerial photograph of the project area ................................................................61
Figure 22. 1990s aerial photograph of the project area.................................................................62
Figure 23. Photograph showing the steeply sloping landscape in the northern parcel..................63
Figure 24. Photograph showing the modern refuse push piles in the northern parcel...................64
Figure 25. Photograph showing the modern refuse associated with the push piles in the
northernparcel.............................................................................................................65
Figure 26. Photograph showing the maintained lawns in the northern parcel ..............................66
Figure 27. Photograph showing a soil profile from the lawns in the northern parcel. ...................66
Figure 28. Photograph showing the forested hilltops in the southern parcel. ................................67
Figure 29. Photograph showing a soil profile from the forested hilltops in the southern parcel.....67
Figure 30. Photograph showing one of the terraces in the southern parcel. .................................68
Figure 31. Aerial photograph showing the location of Site� in the 1930s, 1950s,
1960s, and 1970s ........................................................................................................69
Figure 32. Photograph showing the southern portion of the�in the neighboring land
parcel ..........................................................................................................................70
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Figure 33. Photograph showing the eastern exposure of the northern portion of the�. ......70
Figure 34. Photograph showing the eastern exposure of the northern portion of the�. .......71
Figure 35. Photograph showing portion of the�that appears to have been used as a
dumpinglocation..........................................................................................................71
Figure 36. Photograph showing the chisel marks in the eastern exposure of the northern
portionof the�.....................................................................................................72
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Abstract
This report summarizes the results of archaeological investigations completed by
Wapsi Valley Archaeology, Inc. for the City of Dubuque, lowa. The investigation
focused on two parcels (38.21 cumulative acres; 15.46 hectares) to be
incorporated into Eagle Point Park on the bluffs overlooking Pool 11 on the
Mississippi River. The northern parcel lies in the NE 1/4 of the SE 1/4 of Section
1, Township 89N, R02E, and the SW 1/4 of Section 6, Township 89N, R03E,
while the southern parcel is in the NE 1/4 of the NW 1/4 of Section 7, Township
89N, Range 03E. Following the original Scope of Research, the investigation
consisted of a Phase I intensive archaeological survey entailing pedestrian
survey at 10-meter intervals across the entire project area and shovel testing at
15-meter intervals; the shovel tests were restricted to locations possessing
slopes of less than 15 degrees. The fieldwork for this project was accompanied
by the examination of remote sensing data, including LiDAR-derived hillshade
and digital elevation models as well as twentieth-century aerial photographs.
Historic maps and county histories were also reviewed in order to provide
information about historic landuse and contextualize the fieldwork results.
Only one intact historic archaeological site was identified during this survey. This
site is a
. Historic aerial photographs of this
location indicate that this � dates to between 1948 and 1965. The scarcity of
archaeological finds in the project area was likely due to two factors. Firstly, the
high-relief topography throughout most of the surveyed areas results in increased
erosion, which thereby reduces the likelihood of intact archaeological deposits.
Secondly, cultivation during the historic period has resulted in the disturbance of
most of the level ground in the surveyed areas, as indicated by soil profiles that
commonly showed a shallow truncated A or Ap horizon followed by a B horizon.
Several parts of the survey area were also disturbed by road construction or
residential encroachment from the surrounding parcels.
Wapsi Valley Archaeology, Inc. recommends that no further archaeological
investigations are required for the surveyed parcels.
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Introduction
This report presents the results of Phase I archaeological investigations
completed for new additions to Eagle Point Park in the city of Dubuque, lowa.
The City of Dubuque was recently awarded a State of lowa Certified Local
Government Grant to conduct a Phase I intensive archaeological survey of the
new sections of Eagle Point Park. Wapsi Valley Archaeology, Inc. conducted this
project on behalf of the City of Dubuque, lowa.
Following the original Scope of Research, this investigation consisted of a Phase
I intensive archaeological survey entailing a pedestrian survey at 10-meter
intervals across the entire project area and shovel testing at 15-meter intervals in
areas with limited surFace visibility. The latter tests were restricted to locations
possessing slopes of less than 15 degrees. Fieldwork for this project was
accompanied by the examination of remote sensing data, including Light
Detection and Ranging (LiDAR)-derived hillshades and digital elevation models
and numerous twentieth-century aerial photographs. Historic maps and county
histories were also reviewed in order to provide information about historic
landuse and contextualize the fieldwork results.
The purpose of the Phase I archaeological survey was to locate archaeological
resources within the project area. The specific objectives of this investigation
were to identify any prehistoric archaeological sites, including prehistoric
mounds, habitation, and other sites, as well as any historic archaeological sites
within the project area boundaries, and to provide recommendations regarding
these resources' potential eligibility for listing on the National Register of Historic
Places.
The field investigation was conducted between November 16 and November 19,
2020. Michael R. Finn and Nurit G. Finn served as Co-Principal Investigators for
this project. Nurit G. Finn served as Project Manager. This report was authored
by James McGrath-Seegmiller. Michael Finn, James McGrath-Seegmiller, Keith
Young, Ben Parker, and Nick Johnson conducted the fieldwork. James McGrath-
Seegmiller prepared the figures for this report. Jessica Klimesh edited the report.
Eleisha Barnett assisted with final formatting and report production.
Information contained in this report relating to the nature and location of
archaeological sites is considered private and confidential and not for public
disclosure in accordance with Section 304 of the National Historic Preservation
Act (54 U.S.C. § 307103); 36 CFR Part 800.6 (a)(5) of the Advisory Council on
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Historic Preservation's rules implementing Sections 106 and 110 of the Act;
Section 9(a) of the Archaeological Resource Protection Act (54 U.S.C. §
100707); and Chapter 22.7, subsection 20, of the lowa Code.
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Project Area Description
PROJECT LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION
The project area is split between two parcels north of Eagle Point Park in the city
of Dubuque, lowa (Figure 1). These locations comprise a cumulative
of bluffs, side slopes, and ravines overlooking Pool 11 of the
Mississippi River. South of the project area is Eagle Point Park. Originally
opened to the public in 1909, Eagle Point Park was renovated during the 1930s
through a grant from the Works Progress Administration (WPA) (Encyclopedia
Dubuque 2020). Today, the park is listed as a historic district on the National
Register of Historic Places for its association with the WPA and its distinctive
architectural style. The surveyed parcels will eventually be developed and
incorporated into Eagle Point Park by the City of Dubuque.
These new additions are split between two parcels at the northern end of Eagle
Point Park. The northern parcel lies in the
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The Phase I archaeological survey was completed to help implement Dubuque's
2017 Environmental Restoration Management Plan, which calls for the
development of best practices for both cultural and environmental resources.
This project was completed to assist the City with planning initiatives for the
northern parcels.
REGIONAL PHYSIOGRAPHIC CONTEXT
The project area is located in northeastern lowa in a physiographic region known
as the Paleozoic Plateau (Figure 4). This region of scenic, high-relief landscapes
includes such features as resistant bluff-forming bedrock outcrops, deep V-
shaped valleys, caves, springs, and sinkholes (Prior 1991). Glacial deposits and
loess are thin or absent over most of the region. The topography of the area is
highly dissected by Mississippi River tributaries that became deeply entrenched
during the Wisconsinan glaciation. Summits and stream terraces are generally
level or rolling, and hillsides are often steep and rocky. In the western portion of
the region, approaching the Silurian Escarpment, the topography becomes less
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angular as the influence of bedrock decreases and the thickness of loess and
drift deposits increases.
The current project area is situated along the eastern edge of what Prior terms
the Mississippi River Trench, where the deposits of resistant dolomite and
limestone form the valley sidewalls (Prior 1991).
LOCAL CONTEXT
The project area near Eagle Point Park is located on the northern edge of the city
of Dubuque and is situated on a high bluff overlooking the Mississippi River
valley. From the vantage point of the project area, one can view the surrounding
tri-state area across the Mississippi River (Figure 5). The nearby Eagle Point
Park was enhanced by landscape architect Alfred Caldwell under the auspices of
the Works Progress Administration (WPA) in the 1930s. Locally quarried
dolomite and limestone from the steep bluffs from the adjacent Mississippi River
valley were the primary resources used in the park's structures.
The topography within the project area varies between the two survey parcels.
The northern parcel is characterized by narrow ridgetops with level to gently
sloping surfaces that grade into steeply sloping, rocky valley side slopes, and
substantial areas of sheer rock-faced cliffs. A high-elevation ridgetop runs
parallel to the Mississippi River along the western side of the northern survey
parcel with an elevation that ranges between 840 (256 meters) and 884 feet (269
meters) above mean sea level (AMSL) (Figure 6). The entire eastern boundary of
the northern parcel consists of side slopes that terminate on the Mississippi
River's edge (Figure 7). A single small, relatively level ridge spur extending
eastward in the northern parcel towards the Mississippi River is the one
exception to this. The slopes running from the ridgetops to the east drain directly
into the Mississippi River, while the side slopes running to the west and south of
the ridgetop drain into an intermittent tributary and, in turn, empty into the nearby
Mississippi River. The smaller southern parcel encompasses three moderately
sloping hilltops and intervening ravines (Figure 8). Elevations within the project
area range greatly from around 706 feet (215 meters) to 863 feet (269 meters)
AMSL.
At the time of the survey, ground cover varied between the two parcels. Along
the relatively level ridgetop of the northern parcel, ground cover consisted of a
mixture of mowed grass and tall mature trees. Ground surface visibility in this
part of the park ranged from zero to 25 percent. The steep side slopes in both
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parcels and the hilltops of the southern parcel were all densely forested and
covered by leaf litter. Ground surFace visibility in these areas was generally less
than 10 percent, although there were intermittent, recently-eroded areas with
increased visibility. Portions of the southern parcel were thickly overgrown with
vines of Oriental bittersweet (Celastrus orbiculatus). These areas were a
hindrance during the pedestrian survey due to their densely interwoven vines
(Figure 9).
Residential development was common in the areas directly adjacent to the
survey areas. This included several houses directly abutting the northern parcel
from the south along Shiras Avenue, a mansion with manicured yard and private
driveway to the east, and three houses adjacent to the southern portion of the
northern parcel along Eagle Point Drive. Residential development was even
more concentrated around the perimeter of the southern parcel. Houses line the
entirety of the eastern and western sides of this parcel and encroach upon it in
places. Particularly notable is a septic field in the northeast corner of the parcel
and a small garage that was built in one of the thin corridors of the parcel
extendings towards Shiras Avenue. Residential development has also occurred
along the southwestern edge of the southern parcel where a modern, maintained
trail connects a small and house.
Soi�s
Soils in the project area are mapped in the Fayette-Nordness association
(Boeckman 1983). These are gently to very steeply sloping, well-drained soils
that formed in loess, silty surficial material, and in limestone residuum in the
uplands. The specific soils mapped within the project area are summarized in
Table 1 below and are illustrated in Figure 10.
Table 1. Summary of Soil Series in the Project Area.
Landscape Parent Native
S mbol Name Slo e Position Material Draina e Ve etation Surface Material
163D 9 to 14
ercent
163D2 9 to 14 Uplands—narrow Well- Loess-mantled
(moderately Fayette percent summits,side Loess drained Forest terrace
eroded slopes, back slopes
163F 18 to 25
ercent
478G Nordness-Rock 90 Upland side slopes _ Deciduous
Outcrop percent and escarpments trees
981 B Worthen 2 to 5 Footslopes and/or Local Well- prairie Gunder or
ercent alluvial fans alluvium drained Corrin ton
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Fayette soils are mapped on the high ridgetop portions of the study area. Fayette
soils, which are associated with loess-mantled terraces in the uplands, feature an
A horizon over stacked eluviated (E horizon) layers and argillic (Bt) horizons.
The park's sidewalls are mapped as containing Nordness soils. The steeply
sloping Nordness series mapped within the project area is associated with
upland side slopes and rock escarpments and are typified by a soil profile of an A
horizon overlying subsoil (B) horizons and ultimately bedrock (R).
There are two small areas along the western edge of the southern parcel that are
mapped as containing Worthen soils. Worthen series soils occur in footslopes
within the project area and are typified by a plowzone (Ap) overlying an A
horizon, which generally grades to a subsoil with incipient color or pedogenic
structure development and minimal illuvial accumulations (Bw), ultimately grading
to a C horizon.
Table 2. Typical Pedon and Geomorphic Context of Soils Mapped in the Project Area
(NRCS 2020).
Soils Type Numeric Typical Pedon Surface Material
Symbol
163D
Fayette silt loam 163D2 A-E1-E2-BE-Bt1-Bt2-BC-C Loess-mantled terrace
163F
Nordness 478G A-BE-Bt1-2Bt2-3R Shallow to bedrock
Worthen 981 B Ap-A-AB-Bw1-Bw2-C Gunder or Corrington
OVERVIEW OF GEOMORPHOLOGY
Geomorphological processes in lowa have been largely shaped by three major
episodes of glacial advances of the Pleistocene Epoch—the Pre-Illinoian,
Illinoian, and Wisconsinan—as well as the most recent interglacial period, called
the Holocene, during which we live today. These periods carved the landscape
across lowa, giving rise to the characteristic topography across the state.
Considering these periods is important since people would have interacted with
different topographic and environmental conditions during both the prehistoric
and historic eras, in turn influencing the distributions of archaeological sites
across the landscape. Additionally, the processes associated with erosion and
deposition during the Holocene interglacial period have profoundly affected and
continue to affect the possibilities for discovering intact, preserved, and buried
archaeological sites.
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Glacial and Interglacial Stages
The Pre-Illinoian Glacial Episode involved a glacial advance that covered lowa
and extended as far south as Missouri. This glacial episode is represented in
lowa by glacial drift deposits classified under two components: the Wolf Creek
Formation and the Alburnett Formation. The Wolf Creek Formation is less than
790,000 years old, while the Alburnett Formation is greater than 790,000 years
old (Tassier-Surine et al. 2002; Prior 1991). These formations can be subdivided
as well, but the typical description of the Alburnett Formation is that of massive,
blocky, undifferentiated till with some fluvial deposition and the possibility of
minor paleosol presence. The Wolf Creek Formation is typified by massive,
uniform glacial till that may contain some fluvial silts, sands, and gravels (Quade
et al. 2002). Both of these formations predate any human occupation of the New
World.
The Illinoian was a largely depositional period affecting only the easternmost
portion of lowa. The Glasford Formation is the only Illinoian formation found in
lowa, and the only member of that formation to occur in the state is called the
Kellerville Till Member (Anderson 1998; Hallberg et al. 1980). Kellerville tills were
deposited as the Lake Michigan Glacial Lobe advanced into extreme
southeastern lowa along the Mississippi River valley. By roughly 125,000 years
ago, the glacial formations receded, leaving a deposit of glacial till on top of
regional bedrock. Kellerville Member deposits can be distinguished from Pre-
Illinoian deposits by their higher content of illite, dolomite, and Pennsylvanian
lithologies in the coarse sand and cobbles (Hallberg et al. 1980).
Pre-Illinoian- and Illinoian-age glacial drift deposits on lowa's tabular uplands and
narrow but level interFluvial divides sometimes contain archaeological sites
expressed surficially or only shallowly buried. These sites, which are associated
with episodes of use by people at much later times, can often be identified by
pedestrian survey and shallow subsurface testing.
Following an interglacial episode known as the Sangamonian and a period of
glacial drift expressed as the Sheldon Creek Formation (Prior 1991), the third
glacial episode discussed here is also the last to have occurred in lowa. The
Wisconsinan is the most visible glacial episode, as it left its marks on the
landscape while covering the remains of previous episodes in its path. The
Wisconsinan glacial advance was restricted to north-central lowa, stretching only
as far south as present-day Des Moines. The expression of this glacial episode
created the distinctive topography of the Des Moines Lobe, which covers the
north-central portion of lowa. This glacial presence did, however, also affect the
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remainder of the state when silt derived from major river valley floodplains was
deposited in thick layers of windblown silt (loess) across much of the state.
The Wisconsinan Glacial Stage was a largely depositional period that can be
subdivided into four separate formations. The Dows Formation is found in the
Des Moines Lobe region of lowa and occurs in upland positions as glacially
deposited beds that can reach up to 30 meters (100 feet) in thickness at glacial
end moraines. These beds range from massive, dense, uniform deposits in the
Alden Member to interbedded diamictons and discontinuous sands, silts, silty
clays, and gravels (Quade et al. 2002). The Noah Creek Formation is composed
of glaciofluvial deposits, typically sand and gravel. The few major rivers present
within the Des Moines Lobe today occur at locations of glacial advance. All of
these rivers accumulated Noah Creek Formation soils at some point during the
Wisconsinan Glaciation (Anderson 1998). The Peoria and Pisgah Formations are
composed primarily of loess and, in the case of the Peoria Formation, wind-
transported (eolian) sand as well. Typically, the Peoria Formation overlies the
Pisgah, which, in the Des Moines Lobe region, overlies the Dows Formation.
These two formations occur on uplands and elevated surFaces throughout lowa.
The Peoria Loess overlies all deposits in southern lowa more than 21,000 years
old. As with Pre-Illinoian and Illinoian upland deposits, the mantling loess carries
potential for archaeological deposits that are surficial or shallowly buried.
The earliest people to live in lowa inhabited the state at the end of the last glacial
period; however, it is during the current interglacial stage known as the Holocene
that human population levels have increased and the occurrence of
archaeological sites have become more frequent. For this reason, the Holocene
Interglacial is the time period having the most profound effects on archaeological
site formation processes. Some of these processes, mainly associated with
alluvial deposition in stream valleys, have resulted in the burial and preservation
of archaeological sites. Other erosional processes have contributed to the
destruction of archaeological sites over time.
Geomorphology of Upland Settings in lowa
Upland settings formed on surFace material originating from bedrock, eolian
sands and loess, and glacial till. The topography of the uplands has been shaped
by forces of weathering, erosion, and glacial scouring over the course of
hundreds of thousands of years.
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Uplands in lowa consist of hillslopes and associated landforms. Hill summits are
typically erosional, with developed soils washing downslope through colluvial
processes. In profile, a slope adjacent to a summit, referred to as a shoulder
slope, can be linear; concave, such as at the head of a drainage ravine; or
convex, such as at the shoulder of an interfluve. The shoulder, like the summit, is
typically erosional. The area beneath the shoulder, which is the area of steepest
gradient of the hillslope, is the backslope. Beneath the backslope lies the
footslope, which sometimes contains colluvial deposits washed in from above but
may also contain some alluvial deposits depending upon its geographic proximity
to waterways. The footslope is then adjacent to the toeslope, a flatter
depositional area that often contains alluvium. Over time, these simplistic profiles
can become far more complex as varying periods of erosion and deposition
create terraces.
Soils in the lowa uplands developed over a number of different types of surFace
materials and can be classified as shallow to bedrock, glaciofluvial deposits,
glacial depressions, loess-mantled terraces, or shallow to till. Archaeological
sites, if present in any of these deposits, are generally found at or near the
ground surface.
Shallow to Bedrock: Bedrock occurs within 150 cm (59.1 inches) of the surFace.
These soils developed in a thin layer of surface material overlying the bedrock.
Glaciofluvial Deposits: These soils developed within 150 cm (59.1 inches) of
sands or gravel deposits across the uplands or in major stream valleys. These
deposits are found on stream terraces, glacial lakes, and till or outwash plains.
Glacial Depressions: These soils formed in till or till-derived sediments on
depressional landforms in glaciated uplands. Poor drainage often characterizes
these locations, making them inhospitable for human habitation, though
archaeological sites may represent the remains of prehistoric use for resource
procurement.
Loess-mantled Terrace: These soils formed in late Wisconsinan loess
blanketing pre-Holocene terrace formations.
Shallow to Till: These soils developed in pre-Wisconsinan sediments within 150
cm (59.1 inches) of the surFace.
Loamy Sediments: Silt loam and sandy loam soils developed in eolian or
hillslope sediments on upland footslopes, stream terraces, or alluvial fans.
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Geomorphology of Holocene Settings
Holocene-aged alluvial deposits in lowa are classified as belonging to the
DeForest Formation. Bettis and Littke (1987) suggest that these deposits are not
spatially isolated but instead occur in a patterned manner across different river
valley systems across the state. These deposits include four members, or
subunits, each of which corresponds to a geomorphic event believed to represent
a specific timeframe. These subunits include the Camp Creek Member (valley
alluvium, 400 years B.P. to present), the Roberts Creek Member (valley alluvium,
3,000 to 500 years B.P.), the Gunder Member (valley alluvium, 10,500 to 3,500
years B.P.), and the Corrington Member (alluvial fans, 9,000 to 2,500 years
B.P.). The oldest members of this formation, the Gunder and Corrington
Members overlap with the Paleoindian period, which is when the earliest known
people in lowa first inhabited the area (Bettis and Littke 1987).
This classification system is a useful framework for interpreting the development
of parts of the archaeological record in lowa. Camp Creek deposits have
potential for containing buried historic and late prehistoric land surFaces. Roberts
Creek deposits have potential for containing buried surFaces with Late Archaic
through early historic affiliations. Both the Gunder and Corrington Members have
potential for containing buried surFaces with Paleoindian through Woodland
associations. This work leads to the conclusion that different deposits are
associated with distinct timeframes and have different potentials regarding the
recovery of archaeological materials (Bettis and Thompson 1982; Bettis and
Benn 1984; Quade et al. 2002). Figure 11 a depicts how each of these members
may be represented in the lowa landscape.
Geomorphology and Archaeological Site Potential
Bettis and Littke (1987) suggest that archaeological site locations within areas
containing Peoria Loess and/or Pre-Illinoian till sediments could be assessed
using typical surveying techniques such as pedestrian survey and the excavation
of shallow shovel test pits. They also concluded that Corrington and Gunder
Member soils may contain buried Paleoindian to Archaic archaeological sites.
Buried sites may also exist within the soils of the Roberts Creek Member, but
these will likely be associated with Late Archaic to Woodland period components
and possibly even Oneota cultural components.
Camp Creek deposits, where present, may overlie other member deposits in the
form of overburden, sometimes several meters in thickness. These deposits are
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relatively recent in age and are the result of massive erosion of upland soils due
to cultivation practices during the historic era.
Generally speaking, as drainage capabilities of soils increase (the soils become
drier) and slopes decrease, suitability for archaeological sites also increases.
Other factors, such as proximity to water, food resources, and raw material
resources for tool production, also contribute to whether humans would have
decided to use a location for habitation or other activities. It should be noted that
the presence of Holocene alluvial soils does not predict that an area was suitable
for human use or habitation. In addition, it does not predict whether an
archaeological site will be present at that location. The presence of Holocene
alluvial deposits simply implies that sediments of a certain age will be present at
a particular location (Figure 11 b), indicating that there is some potential for intact
or buried archaeological sites if that area had been used by people in the past.
The current project area is predominantly on a high upland bluff containing soils
formed in late Wisconsinan loess. Based on its setting, location, and history, the
project area is considered to have a high potential for both prehistoric and
historic archaeological sites; these are likely to be found at or near the ground
surface of gently sloping portions of this landscape.
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Research Design
RESEARCH GOALS
This study was designed to address specific objectives outlined by the City of
Dubuque. The objectives of this investigation were to identify any prehistoric
archaeological sites within the project area, including prehistoric mounds,
habitation and other sites, as well as to identify any historic archaeological sites
within the project area and to provide recommendations regarding these
resources' potential eligibility for listing on the National Register of Historic
Places.
BACKGROUND RESEARCH METHODS
Background research included a review of the lowa Archaeological Site Files via
the I-Sites website maintained by the Office of the State Archaeologist (OSA) and
the University of lowa (OSA-UI 2020). Available information included location
information and site forms for previously identified archaeological sites and
surveys near the project area. Additionally, pertinent archaeological,
environmental, and historical reference materials, including soil surveys, historic
plat maps, aerial photographs, and county histories (Western Historical Company
1880; Oldt and Quigley 1911; Encyclopedia Dubuque 2020) were consulted to
assess land use history and the potential for historic resources in the project
area.
Specific maps consulted include the General Land Office survey plat map (1838),
the Andreas Atlases (1874, 1875), the map in The History of Dubuque County
(Western Historical Company 1880), and a number of historic plat maps of
Dubuque County, lowa (North West Publishing Co. 1892; Hixson 1900; and lowa
Publishing Co. 1906) (Figures 12 through 17). Aerial photographs from 1927 and
from the 1930s to the 1990s, a 2017 USDA orthophotograph, and a LiDAR-
derived hillshade image from the lowa Geographic Map Server (ISU-GIS 2020;
Illinois Historical Aerial Photography 1927) were also consulted for this project.
FIELD METHODS
Wapsi Valley Archaeology, Inc. completed a Phase I intensive archaeological
survey across the project area. The fieldwork methods used here were designed
to follow the guidelines set forth by the Association of lowa Archaeologists (AIA
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2020). The Phase I archaeological survey involved initial pedestrian
survey/surface reconnaissance of the entire study area. This step entailed
walking systematically in close-interval (10-meter; 33-foot) transects along the
ridges, hilltops, and side slopes of both survey parcels.
Following the surFace reconnaissance, shovel and auger testing were then
undertaken in select locations, including areas of low ground surFace visibility
(less than 25 percent) that were not strongly sloping or previously disturbed.
These locations were determined, either through background research or
pedestrian survey, to have a high potential for intact archaeological deposits.
Some locations deemed to have low to moderate potential of containing intact
archeological deposits were also examined. A total of 112 shovel tests were
excavated within the project area. Soil profiles of these tests are presented in
Table 3 at the end of this report.
Shovel tests were excavated in five- to 10-centimeter (2- to 4-inch) levels, and all
sediments were screened through 1/4-inch hardware mesh. Tarps were
employed during screening to collect backdirt and minimize disturbance, and all
subsurFace tests were backfilled upon completion. Detailed notes on sediments
and stratigraphy were taken during the subsurFace testing. Archaeological sites
and subsurFace test locations were mapped using a Trimble GPS unit with sub-
meter accuracy. Spatial data were imported into ArcGIS 10.7 for analysis.
DISPOSITION OF RECORDS
Following the completion of fieldwork, all notes, records, and pertinent data
collected during the survey were returned to Wapsi Valley Archaeology, Inc.
facilities in Anamosa, lowa. All notes, photographs, and records associated with
the project are on file at Wapsi Valley Archaeology, Inc., Anamosa, lowa.
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Results of Investigations
PREVIOUS ARCHAEOLOGICAL RESEARCH
Recent Archaeological Investigations in the Area
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Five other surveys have been conducted within one mile of the present project
areas. Of these surveys, only one identified archaeological deposits. That survey,
by Michael Gregory of the Great Lakes Archaeological Research Center, focused
on the area surrounding the eponymous mounds of the Four Mounds Estate
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HISTORICAL RESEARCH
Mathias Ham settled in the area of Eagle Point in 1833, purchasing over 25,000
acres immediately west of the Mississippi River. By 1837, Ham and others had
platted the town of Eagle Point, offering lots for sale as early as June of that year
(Naumann and Jacobsen 2002). This portion of Dubuque County was surveyed
in 1838 by the General Land Office, though no cultural features were noted that
would indicate Eagle Point's location on the map (see Figure 12).
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Several well-documented changes occurred around Eagle Point during the
historic period. Though originally established as a separate village, Eagle Point
was eventually incorporated into Dubuque under the lowa Territorial Legislature
in 1840 (Naumann and Jacobsen 2002). An 1872 lithograph of Eagle Point
shows a few structures and a train on the terrace below Eagle Point, as well as
the knobby contours of the bluff. By 1875, railroad tracks are shown running to
the east of Eagle Point along the base of the bluff (Figure 13). By the time of an
1890 photograph, a large � and limekiln have been well established on the
south end of Eagle Point. George Fengler founded the Eagle Point Lime Works
at this location in 1890. The Eagle Point Boat Yard was also in operation by this
time. By 1892, a plat map shows J. A. Rhomberg listed as the landowner for
much of the Eagle Point area as well as the northern survey parcel, with the
Paley Brothers shown as owning the land that falls within the southern survey
parcel (Figure 14).
By 1900, much of the northern parcel is shown as platted, with J. Fenzel owning
the southern portion of the parcel (Figure 15). The 1906 plat map shows that the
mineral rights for this location were owned by John Ball and Mathias Ham (Figure
16).
The Eagle Point Bridge was constructed in 1902, linking lowa and Wisconsin and
creating an opportunity for increased trade and traffic to this area. In 1908, the
City of Dubuque purchased 85 acres (34.4 hectares) for the creation of a park on
the bluff at Eagle Point. By 1912, this area was made even more accessible
through the construction of a streetcar line (Naumann and Jacobsen 2002).
Construction of many of the park facilities occurred during 1934 and 1937 under
the Works Progress Administration. During this period, the Zebulon Pike Lock
and Dam No. 11 was also constructed on the Mississippi River.
Aerial photographs indicate some interesting changes to the project area and
Eagle Point Park during the modern era (Figures 18 through 22). The earliest
aerial photographs for the current project area date to 1927 and the 1930s.
These photographs show the western portions of the northern parcel to be
cleared of tree cover, with some agricultural fields or pastureland visible directly
adjacent to the parcel. Eastern portions of the parcel show tree cover, which is to
be expected given that these portions of the parcels are steeply sloping and
would have been ill-suited for farming. The southern parcel is almost completely
devoid of trees in the 1927 and 1930s aerial photographs. The few trees that are
present are positioned in a grid pattern, suggesting that these trees are part of an
orchard or cultivated grove. All other portions of the southern parcel appear to be
cultivated fields at this time.
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Several land use changes are also indicated near the current project area in later
aerial photographs. Between the 1930s and 1950s aerial photographs, the
primary changes are the addition of new suburban development along Shiras
Avenue and Eagle Point Drive. Later aerial photographs show the further addition
of new houses in these areas and the spread of tree cover in the northern and
southern parcels. These trends continue through to the most recent aerial
photographs of the project area. An additional apparent change is the presence
of a clear white patch in the southwestern corner of the southern parcel,
appearing in the 1960s and 1970s aerial photographs. This patch is also visible
in the 1990s aerial photograph, but this location is obscured by tree cover in all
subsequent aerial photographs.
PHASE I ARCHAEOLOGICAL SURVEY FIELDWORK RESULTS
Wapsi Valley Archaeology, Inc. found that the surveyed landscape was
characterized in two ways. The first landscape type was heavily forested and had
extensive leaf litter, resulting in low ground surFace visibility; additionally, it was
strongly sloping (greater than 15-degree slopes). These portions of the study
area were examined through surFace reconnaissance. The second landscape
type encountered was more gently sloping (less than 15-degree slopes) but had
soil profiles indicative of heavy disturbance. These more level portions of the
study area were tested by both surFace reconnaissance and shovel testing. No
prehistoric archaeological remains were encountered during this survey, and only
one historic site was identified. This site is a small found in the
southwestern corner of the southern parcel and was designated Site �.
The eastern half of the northern survey parcel and the ravines in the southern
survey parcel were characterized as strongly sloping, forested landscapes with
low ground surFace visibility, containing significant amounts of downed trees and
leaf litter. Severely sloping surFaces are both an unlikely location for human
occupation and a landscape that typically experiences high rates of erosion,
suggesting that these portions of the surveyed area are unlikely to contain intact
archaeological deposits. This is particularly true in the eastern half of the
northern survey parcel, where the shoulder slopes terminate at bluff edges, with
an approximately 200-foot (61-meter) drop down to the Mississippi River. The
only exception to this pattern is a small finger ridge extending east to west across
the northern parcel. While this finger ridge was forested and possessed
extensive leaf litter, it was gently sloping until its termination at the bluff edge.
Seven shovel tests were excavated into this finger ridge, none of which returned
any artifacts or features.
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One topographic anomaly was observed in the steeply sloping northern portion of
the northern parcel. This was composed of five small dirt piles positioned near
the bluff edge in a roughly semicircular orientation (Figures 24 and 25). Upon
inspection, it was observed that modern debris was eroding out of several of the
piles. There also appears to have been a cleared corridor proceeding from the
more level hilltop down to these piles. The orientation of these dump piles and
the modern debris associated with them suggest that that these features are
modern refuse push piles that were moved down to their present condition from
the house higher up on the hill.
Typical Soil Profile along Finger Ridge in Northern Survey Parcel, Shovel Test 43.
Soil Depth
Horizon (cm) Artifacts? Description
A 0 - 13 No Very dark grayish brown (10YR 3/2) silt loam with
granular structure and clear boundary
AB 14 - 28 No Brown (10YR 4/3) silt loam with very dark grayish
brown (10YR 3/2) mottles and subangular blocky
structure with a clear boundary
I B 29 - 38 No Dark yellowish brown (10YR 4/6) silt loam with
subangular blocky structure �
The second landscape type was present along the western half of the northern
parcels and the hilltops of the southern parcel. In the northern parcel, this
manifested as gently sloping, maintained lawns with sparse tree cover (Figure
26). The maintained lawns are associated with the road that leads up to the north
entrance to Eagle Point Park. Ground surface visibility was slightly higher in
these locations due to the absence of leaf litter, but it was still low overall at zero
to 25 percent. Forty-one shovel tests were excavated into the subsurface in the
gently sloping portions of the northern parcel. Soil profiles from these tests
showed extremely thin A horizons positioned on top of truncated B horizons. A
fine plastic mesh and recent historic materials were noted at the top of the A
horizon in places, suggesting that these locations were recently disturbed and
sodded. In addition, a large pile of cut limestone rocks was found directly
adjacent to a private entrance gate off the road.
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Typical Soil Profile along Maintained Lawns in Northern Survey Parcel, Shovel Test 19.
Soil Depth
Horizon (cm) Artifacts? Description
Ap 0 - 5 No Dark brown (10YR 3/3) silt loam with granular
structure and abrupt boundary
B1 6 - 17 No Dark yellowish brown (10YR 4/4) silt clay loam with
subangular blocky structure and clear boundary
B2 18 -40 No Strong brown (7.5YR 4/6) silt clay loam with
subangular blocky structure
Two hilltops and shoulder slopes in the southern parcel also possessed slopes of
less than 15 degrees. These locations were heavily forested, with leaf litter
obscuring most of the ground surFace (Figure 28). Thickly overgrown Oriental
bittersweet vines covered portions of the southern parcel, making surface
reconnaissance challenging in places. Sixty-four shovel tests were excavated
into the hilltops and shoulder slopes in the southern parcel, none of which
returned any artifacts. Much like the level portions of the northern parcel, the soil
profiles from these hilltops showed a shallow A horizon overlaying a truncated B
horizon (Figure 29). Given these soil profiles and the aerial photographs showing
this area as under cultivation until at least the 1950s, these hilltops appear to be
highly disturbed. This interpretation is also supported by the presence of at least
five artificially leveled terraces running nearly north-south along the hillside
(Figure 30). The terraces also appear on the 1930s and 1950s aerial
photographs of the southern parcel as long linear features and appear to be
associated with orchards in this location.
Typical Profile for Hilltops in Southern Survey Parcel, Shovel Test 53.
Soil Depth
Horizon (cm) Artifacts? Description
A 0 - 10 No Dark brown (10YR 3/3) silt loam with subangular
blocky structure and abrupt boundary
AB 11 - 28 No Brown (10YR 4/3) silt clay loam with subangular
blocky structure and gradual boundary
B 29 -45 No Strong brown (7.5YR 4/6) silt clay loam with
subangular blocky structure
A single archaeological site was identified in the southwest corner of the
southern survey parcel. The site is a historic and is discussed in
more detail beginning on the next page.
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Cultural Affiliation
Historic
Recorder and Date
James McGrath-Seegmiller, 12/3/2020
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Ground Cover
Forest, extensive leaf litter, zero to 25 percent ground surFace visibility
Mapped NRCS Soil Types
Nordness-Rock outcrop complex, 18 to 60 percent slopes (478G)
Water Source
The Mississippi River is approximately 365 meters (1,197 feet) northeast.
Landform
Upland footslope
Previous Research
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Testing Methods
Site �was identified during the initial pedestrian survey of this
parcel. No shovel or auger tests were excavated since the spatial extent of
the �was clear and it is in a rock outcrop.
Results
Discussion
The small at Site � appears to have been
excavated sometime during the mid-twentieth century. Historic aerial
photographs of this location show it to have been a cultivated field in the
1930s and 1950s (ISU-GIS 2020). Metadata for the 1950s aerial photographs
indicate that the earliest possible date for the photographs not showing a
� is 1948. Subsequent aerial photographs from the 1960s and 1970s
show a white clearing at the location of the observed �, suggesting that
�ing began before these photographs were taken. Metadata provided for
the 1960s photographs provide a date range between 1957 and 1965 (ISU-
GIS 2020). Together, the aerial photograph metadata provides bracketing
ages for the � between 1948 and 1965, meaning that this � is
between 55 and 72 years old as of the writing of this report. It is possible that
this �was excavated earlier and was subsequently overgrown; however,
no evidence was found to support this. The � appears to postdate the
initial construction and 1930s renovations at Eagle Point Park.
Dubuque had an extensive �ing industry during the nineteenth and
twentieth centuries (Gwynne 1957:196). For instance, the industrial-scale
Eagle Point Lime Works and, later, the Dubuque Stone Products Company
(Encyclopedia Dubuque 2020) operated the large � located
approximately 840 meters (2,756 feet) to the southeast of Site �.
Based on the small size of the � at Site �, it is unlikely that it
functioned commercially.
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Conclusions
This report has documented the results of a Phase I intensive archaeological
survey completed for the City of Dubuque near Eagle Point Park in Dubuque,
lowa. The study was conducted to ascertain whether any prehistoric or historic
archaeological sites are present within the survey parcels. Wapsi Valley
Archaeology, Inc. identified one archaeological site in the project area.
This investigation entailed examining background information on previous
archaeological research as well as studying the environmental context of the
area. The goal of this research was to understand how the local environment
may have influenced past occupations of the area and how geomorphic and
other natural processes may have affected any archaeological deposits.
Background research was followed by systematic surface reconnaissance of the
survey parcels and shovel tests placed at 15-meter (4-foot) intervals in areas with
greater likelihood of containing preserved archaeological deposits. In general, it
was found that the surveyed parcels were likely not preferred locations for
habitation. In addition, the setting is not conducive to the preservation of
archaeological deposits due to the steeply sloping terrain. Furthermore, the more
level portions of the survey parcels have been highly disturbed due to historic
period cultivation.
Only one archaeological site was recorded during the course of this survey. Site
� represents a small in the southwestern corner of the
southern survey parcel. This site is considered not eligible for the National
Register of Historic Places due to its relatively recent age and small size.
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Recommendations
No additional archaeological investigations are recommended for the project area
and for the , Site �.
It should be noted that all archaeological surveys involve sampling. If any cultural
resources are unexpectedly found, the federal agency involved with the project
should be contacted. If any human remains are encountered, it is required by
lowa Law (lowa Code § 263B and 716.5; lowa Administrative Code 685-11.1)
that all work in the area of the remains be temporarily stopped, that security be
provided for the remains, that local law enforcement officials be notified to help
protect the remains, and that the Bioarchaeology Program Director be contacted
immediately at (319) 384-0740. Archaeologists with Wapsi Valley Archaeology,
Inc. at (319) 462-4760 and the State Historical Society of lowa at (515) 281-4358
can also be called upon to offer advice on matters relating to unanticipated
findings of cultural resources.
Information contained in this report relating to the nature and location of
archaeological sites is considered private and confidential and not for public
disclosure in accordance with Section 304 of the National Historic Preservation
Act (54 U.S.C. § 307103); 36 CFR Part 800.6 (a)(5) of the Advisory Council on
Historic Preservation's rules implementing Sections 106 and 110 of the Act;
Section 9(a) of the Archaeological Resource Protection Act (54 U.S.C. §
100707); and Chapter 22.7, subsection 20, of the lowa Code.
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Tables
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Table 3. Soil Profiles from Shovel Tests in the Surveyed Areas.
Shovel Soil Depth
Test Horizon (cm) Description
4 Ap 0 -7 Very dark grayish brown (10YR 3/2) silt loam with granular
structure and abrupt boundary
B1 8 - 16 Dark yellowish brown (10YR 4/4) silt loam with subangular blocky
structure and clear boundary
B2 17 -40 Dark yellowish brown (10YR 4/6)silt loam with subangular blocky
structure
19 Ap 0 -5 Dark brown (10YR 3/3) silt loam with granular structure and
abrupt boundary
61 6 - 17 Dark yellowish brown (10YR 4/4)silt clay loam with subangular
blocky structure and clear boundary
B2 18 -40 Strong brown (7.5YR 4/6) silt clay loam with subangular blocky
structure
21 Fill 0 - 13 Dark brown (10YR 3/3) silt clay loam, mixed with sand and small
gravel, with a granular structure and an abrupt boundary
B 14 -30 Yellowish brown (10YR 5/6) silt loam mottled with very dark
grayish brown (10YR 3/2) silt loam
43 A 0 - 13 Very dark grayish brown (10YR 3/2) silt loam with granular
structure and clear boundary
AB 14 -28 Brown (10YR 4/3) silt loam with very dark grayish brown (10YR
3/2) mottles and subangular blocky structure with a clear
boundary
B 29 -38 Dark yellowish brown (10YR 4/6)silt loam with subangular blocky
structure
53 A 0 - 10 Dark brown (10YR 3/3) silt loam with subangular blocky structure
and abrupt boundary
AB 11 -28 Brown (10YR 4/3) silt clay loam with subangular blocky structure
and gradual boundary
B 29 -45 Strong brown (7.5YR 4/6) silt clay loam with subangular blocky
structure
61 Ap 0 - 14 Dark brown (10YR 3/3) silt clay loam with granular structure and
clear boundary
B1 15-30 Brown (10YR 4/3) silt clay loam with subangular blocky structure
and gradual boundary
62 30 -50 Dark yellowish brown (10YR 4/4)silt clay loam with subangular
blocky structure and damp
64 A 0 -5 Very dark grayish brown (10YR 3/2) silt clay loam with
subangular blocky structure and abrupt boundary
AB 6 -20 Dark yellowish brown (10YR 3/4)silt clay loam with dark
yellowish brown (10YR 4/4) mottles and subangular blocky and a
clear boundary
B 21 -33 Strong brown (7.5YR 4/6) silt clay loam with subangular blocky
structure
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Shovel Soil Depth
Test Horizon (cm) Description
105 C1 0 -4 Dark brown (10YR 3/3) silt loam with massive structure and
abrupt boundary
C2 5 -21 Brown (10YR 4/3) silt loam with massive structure and abrupt
boundary
C3 22 -47 Dark yellowish brown (10YR 4/4) silt clay loam with brown (10YR
4/3)silt clay lenses and massive structure and clear boundary
B 48 -62 Yellowish brown (10YR 5/6) silt clay loam with subangular blocky
structure
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Figure 3. 2017 orthophotograph of the project area showing the location of the
newly identified archaeological site. Source: ISU GIS Facility (2020).
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Figure 11 a. Idealized cross section of a stream valley showing DeForest
Formation members and nearby upland geomorphological packages.
Sources:Adapted from Bettis and Thompson (1982); Bettis and Benn
(1982); Bettis and Littke (1987).
Ages of DeForest Formation Members
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Figure 11 b. Chart showing ages of DeForest Formation members
and associated cultural periods. Sources:Adapted from Bettis and
Thompson (1982); Bettis and Benn (1982); Bettis and Littke (1987).
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Figure 12. General Land Office Survey plat map for T89N, R02E and T89N, R03E.
Source: GLO (1838).
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Figure 13. 1875 Andreas map of the project area. Source:Andreas (1875).
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Figure 14. 1892 plat map of the project. Source: North West Publishing Co. (1892).
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Figure 15. 1900 plat map of the project area. Source: Hixson (1900).
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Figure 16. 1906 map showing mineral rights in the project area. Source: lowa
Publishing Co. (1906).
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Figure 18. 1927 aerial photograph of the project area. Source: Illinois Historical
Aerial Photography (1927).
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Figure 19. 1930s aerial photograph of the project area. Source: ISU GIS Facility (2020).
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Figure 20. 1950s aerial photograph of the project area. Source: ISU GIS Facility (2020).
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Figure 21. 1970s aerial photograph of the project area. Source: ISU GIS Facility (2020).
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Figure 22. 1990s aerial photograph of the project area. Source: ISU GIS Facility (2020).
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Figure 31. Aerial photograph showing the location of Site � in the 1930s,
1950s, 1960s, and 1970s. Source: ISU GIS Facility (2020).
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Appendix 1 : NADB Form
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Database Doc Number:
NATIONAL ARCHAEOLOGICAL DATABASE — REPORTS: DATA ENTRY FORM
1. R and C #:
2. Authors: James R. McGrath-Seegmiller
Publication Date: April 2021
3. Title: Phase I Intensive Archaeological Survey and Evaluation of
the Eagle Point Park New Sections, City of Dubuque,
Dubuque County, lowa
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4. Report Title:
Volume #: Report #: 1135 NTIS:
Publisher: Wapsi Valley Archaeology, Inc.
Place: Anamosa, lowa
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5. Unpublished
Sent From:
Sent To:
Contract #:
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6. Federal Agency:
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7. State: lowa
County: Dubuque
Town: Dubuque
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8. Work Type: 31 [Phase I]
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9. K2yWOrd: 0 - Types of Resources/ Features 1 - Generic Terms/ Research
Questions 2 - Taxonomic Names 3 - Artifact Types/ Material Classes
4 - Geographic Names/ Locations 5 - Time Periods 6 - Project Names
/Study Unit 7 - Other Key Words
Paleozoic Plateau [4]
Historic [5]
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38.21 acres [7]
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10. UTM Zone: 15 Easting: Northing:
15 Easting: Northing:
15 Easting: Northing:
15 Easting: Northing:
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11. Township: 89N
Range: 2E, 3E Other Publication Types:
Other Publication Types:
1. Monograph:
Name:
Place:
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2. Chapter: In: First: Last:
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3. Journal: Volume: Issue: First: Last:
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4. Dissertation:
Degree: Ph.D. LL.D. M.A. M.S. B.A. B.S. Institute:
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5. Paper: Meeting:
Place: Date:
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6. Other:
Reference Line:
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7. Site #: �
8. Quad Map:
Names and Dates
Dubuque North, lowa Date: 1978
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Appendix 2: Archaeological Site Form
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IOWA ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE FORM
Office of the State Archaeologist Site Number: �
700 Clinton Street Building County: DUBUQUE
University of lowa Name/Field No.:
lowa City, lowa 52242-1030 New Form: X Supplemental: _
I. SITE TYPE INFORMATION
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II. CULTURAL MATERIALS:
III. GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION
Topography/Landform: Uplands, Footslope
Nearest Water Source: Perennial stream/river-- Mississippi River
Distance to Nearest Water: 365 m
Site Size
Dimensions: 26.5 x 24 m
Area: 636 sq m
Map Method(s): Global Positioning System
Integrity: _excellent X good _ poor _completely destroyed _ unknown
Threats To Site
Past/
Present Future Threat Type Description
X X erosion/weathering/rodents
X X other (describe) Local trash dump
Current Land Use: forest
IV. INVESTIGATION INFORMATION
Recorder(s)
Name Address
McGrath-Seegmiller, James R. Wapsi Valley Archaeology, Inc.
Finn, Michael R. Wapsi Valley Archaeology, Inc.
Young, Keith O. Wapsi Valley Archaeology, Inc.
Start Date of Investigation: 11/16/2020
Dates/Special Considerations: The field investigation was conducted between November 16 and November
19, 2020.
Level of Investigation: Phase I
Recommendations: No further work
National Register Eligibility Recommendation: Not Eligible for NR
Present Landowner(s)
Attitude Toward
Name Address Investigation
City of Dubuque Dubuque IA very positive
Photo(s)
Photo Type Curated At
Digital Wapsi Valley Archaeology, Inc.
V. VERBAL DESCRIPTION
Location: Provide a verbal description of how to locate the site, including distances and direction.
This information must be sufficiently detailed to permit accurate site relocation. If possible,
include permanent landmarks, roadways, and distances.
Site Description: Describe the site and include dimensions, features, nature and content of artifacts
and concentrations, extent and location of disturbances, etc.