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 The
State Archaeologist's duties and responsibilities include the investigation
of impacts to archaeological resources and response to questions
for technical and administrative assistance. The staff also provides
guidance relating to the identification, documentation, and protection
of archaeological resources. These responsibilities are enumerated
in state rather than in federal statutes and include the issuance
of permits for archaeological and paleontological work on
nonfederal lands in the state. Under state law, the State
Archaeologist responds to the discovery of unmarked human burials.
The staff works with citizens to resolve potentially conflicting
concerns between development, scientific research, and respectful
treatment.
Contact: Susan
Collins 303.866.2736
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OSAC issues an average of 68 permits per year--mostly
for archaeological survey, testing, or excavation--but
also including several permits for paleontological work? |
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About 300 people attend the two dozen PAAC courses offered annually? |
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Over 200 cases involving human remains have been reported to OSAC since
the state law protecting unmarked graves was passed in 1990? |
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