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Broward House (8DU118), Duval County, Florida.

Phone: 352-372-2633
Fax: 352-378-3931

Toll Free: 1-888-707-2721
E-mail: sastaff@southarc.com

Historic archaeological deposits discovered during Phase III excavations in Volusia County, Florida.

WHAT IS CULTURAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT AND WHY YOU SHOULD CARE ABOUT IT?

Cultural resource management (CRM) is the term used to describe the process of dealing with archaeological and historical resources. Archaeological sites are areas which contain physical evidence of past human occupation or activity. Historical sites are any sites or structures over 50 years in age--the historic period in the United States is dated to Columbus’ arrival in 1492.

Archaeological and historical sites represent a direct physical link with our heritage. Landowners of properties which contain archaeological or historic resources are, in a sense, stewards of our past. Unlike natural resources, which--given time--can often be reproduced or reestablished, archaeological and historical sites are non-renewable resources. Once destroyed, the information they contain relevant to our history is irretrievably lost, and the physical link to the past is significantly diminished.

In Florida, cultural resources include Native American archaeological sites which may date as far back as 10,000 B.C., archaeological sites from the European and American settlement of the state in the 15^th to 20^th centuries, historic structures and other cultural features such as culturally modified landscapes, roads, railroads, canals, cemeteries and sites with religious, spiritual or ethnic significance.

As the southeast continues to grow and expand, potentially valuable archaeological and historical resources are being impacted. Federal, state and local regulations often require identification and management of these resources.

PRESERVING HISTORY SINCE 1989

SouthArc was established in 1989 to provide a complete range of cultural resource management services to both the public and private sectors. SouthArc's experienced professional archaeologists understand the regulatory process as well as the nature of the resources and the needs of our clients. Our fully qualified archaeologists have over twenty years of experience working with planners, engineers, developers and government agencies throughout the southeastern United States. Our team has established a track record of producing excellent documentation on schedule, while working closely with regulatory agencies to insure compliance with all guidelines and requirements. The firm has completed over 400 projects in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Maryland, North and South Carolina, Virginia and U.S. Virgin Islands, Antigua and Ascension Island for clients from both the public and private sectors.