Title | Historical resources impact assessment, ATCO Electric, Dover to Aurora/Muskeg River 240-kV power transmission lines, permit 2001-342 |
Publication Type | Report |
Year of Publication | 2002 |
Publication Language | en |
Keywords | historic resource sites |
Abstract | The primary objectives of the HRIA conducted by Fedirchuk McCullough & Associates Ltd. were to: inventory historical resource sites within the proposed development zone; evaluate the significance of the individual sites identified; forecast the nature and magnitude of site-specific impacts; and to design and implement an acceptable site-specific mitigation program which would significantly eliminate adverse impacts to identified sites prior to construction. A record review was conducted to identify previously recorded sites that could be affected by the proposed development project and to determine the nature of the database in the area. Ground reconnaissance was done to relocate, previously recorded historical resource sites and to identify and record any new sites within the development zone. Sites were evaluated by inspection of exposures and subsurface testing, using a conventional shovel-testing program of potential site areas lacking suitable exposures. Deep testing, using a backhoe or auger, was undertaken in localities of high site potential associated with good depositional characteristics. The nature of the existing resource database, the quantity and quality of observable remains (e.g. site condition, content, uniqueness, and complexity) and the potential of the site to contribute to public enjoyment and education was evaluated. The areas targeted for this Historical Resources Post-Impact Assessment was the proposed Dover to Aurora/Muskeg River Transmission Line, which consists of a 25 by 70,000 meter right-of-way for a 240 kV power transmission line. The project area is located north and west Fort McKay, Alberta. |
Notes | Consultant commissioned by ATCO Electric |
Topics | Historical Resources Post-Impact Assessment |
Locational Keywords | Aurora, Muskeg River, and Fort McKay, Alberta |
Group | CEMA |
Citation Key | 24981 |