Construction Monitoring

For some projects, monitoring during construction is the most appropriate way to address cultural resources requirements. This applies when ground disturbance is limited or located in heavily developed settings, or as a precautionary measure due to nearby cultural resources. We work closely with contractors to minimize disruption to construction activities.

A qualified monitor is present during ground-disturbing activities, observing excavations and closely examining backdirt for cultural materials. If the excavation encounters a cultural feature, work is briefly paused for the monitor to examine and quickly record it using a tablet app. If substantial subsurface cultural deposits are encountered, work may be halted for a larger team of archaeologists to excavate and record them.