033-0288

Otter Creek Archaeological Site

VLR Listing Date

04/16/1985

NRHP Listing Date

05/09/1985

NRHP Reference Number

85000986

This site includes a prehistoric settlement dating from the last half of the late Woodland Period (AD 1300-1600). Within the area are undisturbed prehistoric cultural features and postmolds as well as well-preserved faunal and floral remains. This material holds significant information on regional environmental adaptation and settlement patterns during this period. The site’s location on a remote upland spur of the Blue Ridge Mountains is highly unusual for this region and may provide data that helps to identify networks of communication and trade connecting Dan River-related cultures on both sides of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The discovery of fired lumps of pottery clay suggests onsite manufacture of vessels and pipes.

Last Updated: June 2, 2023

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Abbreviations:
VLR: Virginia Landmarks Register
NPS: National Park Service
NRHP: National Register of Historic Places
NHL: National Historic Landmark

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Nomination Form

033-5449

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Franklin (County)

170-0008

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Franklin (County)

033-0135

Snow Creek Anglican Church

Franklin (County)