Archaeology Reports Database

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Geismar, Joan H. and Stephen J. Oberon

1993

Stage I-A Cultural Resources Survey Documentary Study and Assessment of Potential Impact, Proposed Navy Yard Cogeneration Facility, Borough of Brooklyn, Kings County, New York. For: Blasland and Bouck Engineers, P.C.

The following report is a Phase 1A assessment of archaeological sensitivity within the Brooklyn Navy Yard, Brooklyn, New York. This survey conducts a literature review in order to evaluate archaeological sensitive area associated with the construction of a B-41 congregation facility. This survey concluded that no significant archaeological features remained within the immediate project area. This report reveals information on the history and development of the Brooklyn Navy Yard

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Geismar, Joan H. and Stephen J. Oberon

1995

Stage 1-B Field Monitoring. Monitoring Well and Test Boring Locations. Brooklyn Navy Yard Cogeneration Project Borough of Brooklyn, Kings County, New York. For: Brooklyn Navy Yard Cogeneration Partners, L.P.

The following report documents the results of archaeological testing in the Brooklyn Navy Yard, Brooklyn, New York. This survey gives a brief literature review followed by discussion of archaeological evidence. The survey implemented core testing strategies in order to locate undisturbed archaeological deposits. This survey was unable to locate any significant archaeological features; however it recommends the monitoring of future construction at the site.

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Geismar, Joan H. and Stephen J. Oberon

1996

Stage I-B Field Monitoring Test Boring, Electric Line and Overhead Support Locations Brooklyn Navy Yard Cogeneration Project Borough of Brooklyn, Kings County, New York. For: Roux Associates, Inc. (June 1996).

The following report documents the results of archaeological testing in the Brooklyn Navy Yard, Brooklyn, New York. This survey gives a brief literature review followed by a dissemination of results from archaeological testing. This survey was unable able to locate any intact significant archaeological resources relating to the history and development of the Brooklyn Navy Yard.

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Geoarchaeology Research Associates

2000

Geoarcheological Evaluation, Shore Parkway Bridge Over Fresh Creek Basin. Prepared for: Tams Consultants, Inc. 97DOT006K

Project to investigate the possible presence of archaeological deposits adjacent to the westside of Shore Parkway Bridge over Fresh Creek Basin in southeast Brooklyn. Excavations and geological testing found no evidence of prehistoric or historic activity in the project area.

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Geoarchaeology Research Associates

1997

Archeological Documentary Study and Sensitivity Analysis, Southside Urban Renewal Area Project, Williamsburgh, Brooklyn, New York. CEQR 91-113K, HPD

The following report is an assessment of archaeological sensitivity in the neighborhood of Williamsburg, Brooklyn. This survey conducts a literature review on historic and prehistoric resources located within the Southside Urban Renewal Project Area. This study concludes that sections of the project area have a moderate to high potential to contain preserved historic resources.

178

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Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1984

Stage 1B Cultural Resource Survey Report Of Nine Continuous Split Spoon Borings: The Red Hook Pollution Control Project (Contract 1B-1 and 1B-2)

The following report documents the results of a Phase 1B assessment of archaeological sensitivity in the Red Hook neighborhood of Brooklyn. This report details the results of archaeological testing carried out between Amity and Kane Street. The survey implemented techniques in core testing in order to locate intact archaeological deposits. This survey was able to conclude that beneath 19th and 20th century fill deposits remnants of a high land spit formally known as Locust Island are likely to be preserved.

179

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Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1984

Stage 1B-1 Deep Testing Cultural Resource Report, Red Hook Water Pollution Control Report (Contract 1B-1)

The following report documents the results of archaeological testing carried out between Amity and Warren Street in the neighborhood of Red Hook, Brooklyn. This survey involved the excavation, recordation, and analysis of three trenches located within Red Hook Water Pollution Control Project Area. This survey concluded that no significant archaeological and historic resources are present within the study area, and does not recommend further archaeological testing.

180

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Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1985

Phase IB Cultural Resource Report, Red Hook Water Pollution Control Project (Contract 1B-2) Brooklyn, New York. For: New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.

The following report documents the results of a Phase 1B assessment of archaeological sensitivity within the neighborhood of Red Hook, Brooklyn. This report disseminates the results of archaeological field testing carried out between Kane and Degraw Street. The survey implemented the excavation, recordation, and analysis of six test trenches located within the Red Hook Water Pollution Control Project Area. This survey concludes that no significant archaeological and historic resources are present within the project area, and recommends no further archaeological testing. This report reveals information about the buried remains of the high land spit formally known as Locust Island.

181

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Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1985

Sensitivity Evaluation and Archaeology Testing Recommendations. For: Cadman Plaza, Brooklyn, New York. CEQR 85-324K

The following report is an assessment of archaeological sensitivity at Cadman Plaza, Brooklyn. This survey carries out a literature review on historic resources situated around a triangular parcel located at Pierrepont and Cadman Plaza West. The survey consulted cartographic information to identify landscape features associated with Brooklyn’s earliest roadways. This survey concludes that this site potentially contains archaeological resources which date to the 17th century, and recommends further archaeological testing at the site.

182

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Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1986

The Pierrepont Street Site, Brooklyn, New York, Phase IB/II Archaeological Testing Report. For: Energy and Environmental Analysts. (Check for 1A Report) CEQR 85-324K

The following report details the results of archaeological testing carried out at Cadman Plaza, Brooklyn, New York. This report disseminates the results of archaeological testing carried at the intersection of Pierrepont and Cadman Plaza West. This survey was not able to locate any significant archaeological and historic resources within the project area, and does not recommend further archaeological testing.

183

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Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1990

57 Empire Boulevard McDonalds Blocks 1306A Lots 1, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18 and 19. [documentary research, memo to Bill Crowell, 6/20/90] CEQR 90-071K

The following report is an assessment of archaeological sensitivity in the neighborhood of Flatbush, Brooklyn. This survey conducts a literature review on historic resources located on Block 1360A, Lots 1, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, and 19. This survey examines the history of early land owners within the neighborhood. This survey concludes that this site is not likely to contain any significant archaeological or historic resources, and does not recommend further archaeological testing.

184

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Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1990

Documentary Research Report, 184 188 Duffield Street, MetroTech, Brooklyn, New York. For: Forest City Ratner Companies. CEQR #82-248

The following report is an assessment of archaeological sensitivity in Downtown Brooklyn. This report disseminates the results of a documentary study carried out on properties between 184-188 Duffield Street. This survey consults cartographic and census record information to assess the potential for historic resources located on site. This survey concludes that there is a low potential for significant historic or prehistoric archaeological resources within the project area and does not recommend further archaeological testing.

185

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Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1990

Lorimer/Middleton Streets Rezoning Block 2240, Borough of Brooklyn, New York, New York. For: Eugene Ostreicher. CEQR 89-116K & 90-018K

The following report is an assessment of archaeological sensitivity in the neighborhood of Williamsburg, Brooklyn. This survey consults cartographic and directory information as part of a documentary study about historic resources located at Block 2240. This survey determined that there is a low potential for significant archaeological resources within the project area and does not recommend further archaeological testing.

186

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Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1990

Phase IA Historical and Archaeological Sensitivity Evaluation of The Block 169, Lot 36, (237 State Street) Borough of Brooklyn, New York, New York. For: The City of New York Department General Services, Division of Real Property. (September & December)

The following report is an assessment of archaeological sensitivity in Downtown, Brooklyn, New York. This report disseminates the results of a documentary survey carried out on Block 169 Lot 36. This survey consults cartographic, directory, and in order to obtain information on the earliest landowners of these properties. This survey concludes that this site has a low potential for containing both significant prehistoric and historic archaeological resources, and does not recommend further archaeological testing at the site.

187

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Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1990

Stage 1B Archaeological Survey Of The 26th Ward Water Pollution Control Plant Expansion Project, Borough of Brooklyn, New York City, Kings County, New York. For: Stone and Webster Engineering Corporation. CEQR 89-116K (CEQR 90-118K)

The following report is an assessment of archaeological sensitivity within East New York, Brooklyn. This report disseminates the results of subsurface excavations within the 26th Ward Water Pollution Plant Expansion Project area. This survey determines that the project area has a low potential for containing either significant prehistoric and historic archaeological resources, and does not recommend any further subsurface testing at the site.

188

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Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1991

Archaeological Field Testing at the Shaft 21B Project Site Near Kent and Willoughby Avenues in Brooklyn, New York. For: KiSKA Construction Corp. CEQR 89-119K.

The following report is an assessment of archaeological sensitivity in the neighborhood of Fort Greene, Brooklyn, New York. This report disseminates the results of a documentary study of the area of the proposed extension of the Brown Memorial Baptist Church. This survey integrates archival and cartographic information in order to locate and identify prehistoric and historic resources. This survey concludes that the site has a low potential for containing any significant prehistoric resources, while there is a moderate potential for mid 19th century privies at the site.

189

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Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1991

Archaeological and Historical Sensitivity Evaluation of the Brown Memorial Baptist Church Development Project. Kings County, Brooklyn, New York. [457 465 Waverly Ave.] For: Tunolb Construction Co., Inc. Draft. CEQR 91-075K.

The following report is an assessment of archaeological sensitivity in the neighborhood of Williamsburg, Brooklyn, New York. This report disseminates the results of literature of historic resources at the Caribe Village Site, Block 2429. This survey integrates archival and cartographic information in order to identify prehistoric and historic archaeological resources. This survey concludes that there is a low potential for significant prehistoric and historic resources and a moderate potential for the preservation of mid-19th century features such as privies at the site.

190

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Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1991

Archaeological And Historical Sensitivity Evaluation Of Caribe Village Development Project, Williamsburgh, Brooklyn, New York. For: New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development. CEQR 88-083K (William I. Roberts, IV)

The following report is an assessment of archaeological sensitivity in the neighborhood of Williamsburg, Brooklyn, New York. This report disseminates the results of literature of historic resources at the Caribe Village Site, Block 2429. This survey integrates archival and cartographic information in order to identify prehistoric and historic archaeological resources. This survey concludes that there is a low potential for significant prehistoric and historic resources and a moderate potential for the preservation of mid-19th century features such as privies at the site.

191

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Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1991

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The following report is an assessment of archaeological sensitivity in the Greenpoint neighborhood of Brooklyn. This survey consults archival and cartographic information in order to evaluate the potential for prehistoric and historic resources between at 68-88 Dupont and 103-11 Eagle Street. This survey determined that there was low potential prehistoric occupation at the site, and a high potential for archaeological evidence of early 19th century farmhouses and cisterns at the site. These features are likely to reveal information on the earliest land owners and farmsteads in the neighborhood between the early and mid 19th century. Furthermore, this report recommends further archaeological testing.

192

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Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1991

Archaeological Testing Report, The Dupont Street Senior Housing Project, Greenpoint, Brooklyn, Kings County, New York. 68-78 Dupont Street. For: North Brooklyn Development Corporation. CEQR # 91-149K.

The following report documents the results of archaeological testing at 68-78 Dupont Street located in the Greenpoint neighborhood of Brooklyn. This survey conducted subsurface testing to locate the presence or absence of archaeological resources within the DuPont Street Senior Housing project area. This survey was able to determine that there was low potential for significant archaeological resources within the area proposed for development.

193

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Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1991

The Archaeological Investigations Of The Metrotech Project, Brooklyn, New York. For: Forest City Ratner Companies. CEQR 82-248K (existing copy received February 17, 1993)

Project in downtown Brooklyn between Tillary Street, Flatbush Avenue Extension, Willoughby Street, Jay Street . The report details the history of the area, summarizing the previous studies conducted on the region, and the archaeological excavations conducted in advance of the MetroTech construction project. Finds included six undisturbed late 19th century deposits that shed light on the life of middle and working class English and Irish households during the period. These deposits also provide insights into the development of water supply and sewage disposal systems in Brooklyn at the turn of the century. No analysis or conclusions are provided in the report.

194

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Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1991

The Archaeological Investigations Of The Metrotech Project, Brooklyn, New York: The Metrotech Draft Report With Complete Inventory. CEQR 82-258K. For: Forest City Ratner Companies.

Project on the MetroTech construction area between Tillary Street, Flatbush Avenue Extenstion, Willoughby Street, and Jay Street. The draft describes the previous research published on the area and the team's archaeological excavations of six lots with intact privies and cisterns. Included in this draft are the complete inventories of the artifacts from each excavated lot.

195

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Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1991

Archaeological Testing Report For 457, 461 and 465 Waverly Avenue. Brown Memorial Church Development Project, Brooklyn, New York. For: Tunolb Construction Co., Inc. CEQR 91-075K

The following report documents the results of archaeological testing carried out in the Fort Greene neighborhood of Brooklyn. This survey conducted subsurface testing in order to examine buried deposits of mid 19th century privies potentially located at 457, 461 and 465 Waverly Ave. This survey was able to determine that there was low potential for remnants of significant archaeological resources, including privies, within the area of proposed development.

197

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Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1991

Broadway Triangle Partnership Housing Project, Brooklyn, New York. Review of Archaeological Testing Report Blocks 1730 and 1732. For: Mr. Leslie Lerner, A.I.A., Beechwood Organization. (October 1991 & December 1991) CEQR 86-304K

The following report documents the results of archaeological testing in the Stuyvesant Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn. This survey conducted physical testing of subsurface deposits in order to investigate the presence or absence of archaeological features, such as wells, privies, cisterns, architectural features and road surfaces, between Marcy Avenue and Delmonico Place along Block 1730 and 1732. This survey was unable to locate any significant archaeological resources within the area of proposed development.

199

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Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1991

Stage 1B Archaeology Survey of The Red Hook Water Pollution Control Plant, Brooklyn, New York. For: Stone and Webster Engineering Corporation.

The following report documents the results of Stage 1B archaeological testing carried out in the Red Hook neighborhood of Brooklyn. This survey conducted cartographic analysis and physical subsurface tests to evaluate the presence or absence of archaeological resources within the Red Hook Water Pollution Control Plant Project area. This survey was able to locate foundation and bulkhead features onsite, yet determined that these remnants were unlikely to provide any significant information on the historical character of the area.

200

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Greenhouse Consultants, Inc. [Multiple authors]

1992

Broadway Triangle Partnership Housing Project, Brooklyn, New York. Review of Archaeological Potential Blocks 1721, 1722, 1726 and 1731. For: Mr. Leslie Lerner, A.I.A., Beechwood Organization. CEQR 86-304K (William I. Roberts, IV)

The following report is an assessment of archaeological sensitivity of six blocks within the Stuyvesant Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn. This survey conducts a literature review to evaluate the potential for prehistoric and historic resources located within the Broadway Triangle Urban Renewal Area. This survey determines that there is a low potential for prehistoric occupation at the site, and a high potential for the remnants of privies and cisterns dating to the 18th century within the project area. Furthermore, this report recommends further archaeological testing within sections of the site.

201

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Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1992

Williamsburgh Street West. Block 2203 Lot 10. Borough of Brooklyn. New York, New York. For: Mr. Eugene Ostreicher. CEQR 91-228K

The following report is an assessment of archaeological sensitivity in the Williamsburg neighborhood of Brooklyn. This survey consults archival and cartographic information in order to evaluate the potential for prehistoric and historic resources on Block 2203, Lot 20. This analysis determined that there was low potential for significant prehistoric and historic resources at the site. The report recommends no further documentary research or archaeological testing at the site.

202

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Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1994

Archaeological And Historical Sensitivity Evaluation For The Proposed Hendrickson Street Rezoning Borough of Brooklyn, Kings County, New York. For: McKeown & Franz, Inc. CEQR 92-628K

The following report is an assessment of archaeological sensitivity in the Marine Park neighborhood of Brooklyn. This survey consults archival and cartographic information in order to evaluate the potential for prehistoric and historic resources located in the Hendrickson Street Rezoning project area. This survey determined that there is moderate potential for remnants of prehistoric occupation and a low potential for historic resources at the site. The report recommends that future archaeological testing be implemented upon future development.

203

K

Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1994

Archaeological Data Recovery [testing report in Appendix 2] Excavations at the Shaft 21B Project Site near Kent and Willoughby Avenues, Brooklyn, New York. For: KISKA Construction Corporation. CEQR 89-119K

The following report documents the results of archaeological testing carried out in the Clinton Hill neighborhood of Brooklyn. This survey conducted archaeological testing in order to examine buried deposits for the presence or absence of archaeological resources in areas at the Shaft 21B Project area of the New York City Water Tunnel site. This survey was able to demonstrate that the houses at 909 and 911 located on Kent Avenue were constructed with cisterns which had secondary uses after these houses were connected to sewers. This report provides substantial information on the cultural activities and material culture associated with 19th century households.

204

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Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1994

Archaeological Testing of The Proposed Hendrickson Street Rezoning, Borough of Brooklyn, Kings County, New York. For: McKeown & Franz, Inc. CEQR 92-628K

The following report documents the results of archaeological testing carried out in the Marine Park neighborhood of Brooklyn. This survey investigated the presence or absence of prehistoric and historic resources through subsurface testing on Block 8558. This survey was not able to locate any significant archaeological remains and recommended no further testing at the site.

205

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Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1995

Archaeological/Historical Sensitivity Evaluation Ocean Hill Urban Renewal Area. Brooklyn, New York-Draft. For: The New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development. CEQR 89-112K

The following report is an assessment of archaeological sensitivity in the Ocean Hill neighborhood of Brooklyn. This survey conducts a literature review to evaluate the potential for prehistoric and historic resources in the proposed Ocean Hill Renewal Area. This survey determined that while there is little potential for the preservation of prehistoric evidence, there remains moderate potential for the preservation of a historic ropemakers’ yard within the study area. The report recommends further archaeological testing within this section of the project area.

206

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Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1995

Draft Archaeological and Historical Sensitivity Evaluation, the Williamsburgh Houses Community Center Williamsburgh, Brooklyn New York. For: New York City Housing Authority. CEQR-K. [aka ERTS 121 Scholes St.] [B 3025 (3034)]

The following report is an assessment of archaeological sensitivity in the Williamsburg neighborhood of Brooklyn. This survey conducts a literature review of prehistoric and historic resources located within the proposed area of development of the Williamsburg Houses Community Center. This survey determined that there is minor potential for the preservation of prehistoric archaeological evidence, while there is high potential for the preservation of architectural features, such as wells, privies and cisterns within the project area. The report recommends further archaeological testing within sections of the project area.

207

K

Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1996

Archaeological and Historical Sensitivity Evaluation, Park Plaza, 523 Kent Avenue, Williamsburg, Brooklyn, New York. DCP/PR-CEQR-K

The following report is an assessment of archaeological and historical sensitivity at Block 2165 within the Williamsburg neighborhood of Brooklyn. This survey consults archival, cartographic, and published information in order to locate prehistoric and historic resources within the Park Plaza project area. This survey determined that there is a high potential for remnants of a mid-19th century privy at 16 Rush Street and recommends further archaeological testing for the site.

208

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Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1996

Broadway Triangle Partnership Housing Project, Brooklyn, New York. Archaeological Testing Report, Blocks 1721, 1722, 1726, 1731. For: NYC HPD. CEQR 86-304K (William I. Roberts, IV)

Project on the Broadway Triangle Renewal Area in Brooklyn between Flushing Avenue, Park Avenue, Tompkins Avenue, and Throop Avenue. Excavations were conducted to locate the possible traces of late 19th century households, the Jarvis Farm (early 19th century), and Cripplebush Road (late 18th century). Researchers were unable to find any traces of either the Jarvis Farm or Cripplebush Road but did identify a stone-lined privy belonging to a late 19th century household. Further excavations of the privy are recommended.

209

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Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1998

Archaeological and Historical Sensitivity Evaluation, 103-117 Kent Avenue, Williamsburg, Brooklyn, New York. 99BSA002K

The following report is an assessment of archaeological and historical sensitivity of 103-117 Kent Avenue within the Williamsburg neighborhood of Brooklyn. This survey conducts a literary review on prehistoric and historic resources within the project area. This survey determined that there is a low probability for the preservation of evidence for prehistoric occupation at the site. However the site is likely to have remains of early to mid-19th century cistern, well, or privy features and recommends further archaeological testing at the site.

210

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Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

1998

Broadway Triangle Partnership Housing Project, Brooklyn, New York. Archaeological Testing Report, Block 2270. For: NYC HPD. CEQR 86-304K (William I. Roberts, IV)

The following report details the results of archaeological field testing and historical sensitivity assessments for parcels within the Williamsburg neighborhood of Brooklyn. This survey conducts a literary review and field examination of prehistoric and historic resources within sections of the Broadway Triangle Urban Renewal Area and Broadway Triangle Industrial Park. This survey was able to locate one significant cultural resource within trenches excavated on Block 2270, remnants of the Williamsburg Flint Glass Works, and recommends additional testing within this section of the project area.

211

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Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

2000

Documentary Study of The Old Gravesend Cemetery, Borough of Brooklyn, Kings County, New York. LPC 95-1360, Commission Report 95-0013.

The following report is an assessment of archaeological and historical sensitivity at the Old Gravesend Cemetery, Brooklyn. This survey conducts a literature review on prehistoric and historic contexts of the cemetery to determine whether graves extended beyond the burial grounds fences. This survey determined that there is a low probability for the preservation of prehistoric resources at the site, however the study was able to determine that graves from the historic period extend are likely to extend beyond the fence line bordering Village Road, and recommends further archaeological testing at the site.

212

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Greenhouse Consultants, Inc.

2002

Archaeological and Historical Sensitivity Evaluation, 99-103 Taaffe Pl (B 1897 L 19, 20, 21 01BSA092), 135-137 Taaffe Pl (B 1897 L 1, 3 01BSA095) Brooklyn, New York.

The following report is an assessment of archaeological and historical sensitivity of 99-103 and 135-137 Taaffe Place within the Clinton Hill neighborhood of Brooklyn. This survey conducts a review archival, cartographic and published information in order to locate prehistoric and historic resources within the project area. This survey determined that there is a low probability for the preservation of evidence for prehistoric occupation at the site. However the site is likely to have remains of early to mid-19th century privy features and recommends further archaeological testing at the site.

213

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Hartgen Archaeological Associates, Inc.

1994

Archaeological Sensitivity Assessment, Proposed Solid Waste Processing Building, 222 Morgan Ave, City of Brooklyn, Kings County, New York. CEQR 98DOS004K.

The following report is an assessment of archaeological and historical sensitivity of 99-103 and 135-137 Taaffe Place within the Clinton Hill neighborhood of Brooklyn. This survey conducts a literature review on prehistoric and historic resources located within the project area. This survey determined that there is a low probability for the preservation of evidence relating to prehistoric or historic development of this site and recommends no further archaeological testing at the site.

214

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Hartgen Archaeological Associates, Inc.

2003

Phase IA Literature Review and Archaeological Sensitivity Assessment, LIU Wellness Center Blocks 2086 and 2087. City of Brooklyn, Kings County, New York.

The following report is an assessment of archaeological and historical sensitivity of Blocks 2086 and 2087 within the Fort Greene neighborhood of Brooklyn. This survey conducts a literature review on historic resources within the proposed area of the LIU Wellness Center. The survey utilizes cartographic and archival information to determine the presence or absence of historic resources within sections of the site. This survey determined that there are likely to be remnants of domestic structures, cisterns, wells, and privy features at the site and recommends further archaeological testing.

215

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Historic Conservation and Interpretation, Inc.

1983

Part 1 of a Phased Cultural Resources Survey for the Sludge Force Main Routes, Coney Island Water Pollution Control Project, Borough of Brooklyn, New York. For: Malcolm Pirnie, Inc. and Michael Baker, Jr.

The following report is an assessment of archaeological and historical sensitivity within Coney Island, Brooklyn. This survey conducts a literature review on prehistoric and historic resources located within the project area of the Water Control Pollution Plant. This survey determined that there is likely to be evidence for prehistoric and historic occupation of the site, including a Late Archaic settlement and a 17th century Gristmill. This survey was able to recommend further archaeological testing at the site.

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Historic Conservation and Interpretation, Inc.

1982

Stage I Cultural Resources Survey For The Proposed Resource Recovery Facility Site, Brooklyn Navy Yard, New York City. For: Camp, Dresser & McKee.

The following report is an assessment of archaeological and historical sensitivity within the Brooklyn Navy Yard, Brooklyn. This survey conducts a literature review on prehistoric and historic resources within the project area of a proposed Resources Recovery Facility. This survey determined that there is a high probability for the preservation prehistoric and historic sites along sections of the original shoreline. This survey recommends further archaeological testing at the site.

217

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Historic Conservation and Interpretation, Inc.

1991

A Stage 1 Documentary Cultural Resource Survey Of The Proposed I.S. 171 Site In The East New York Section Of Brooklyn, N.Y. For: Allee King Rosen & Fleming, Inc.

The following report is an assessment of archaeological and historical sensitivity within the East New York section of Brooklyn. This survey conducts a literature review on prehistoric and historic resources within the area proposed for the development of school I.S. 171. This survey determined that there is a low probability for the preservation prehistoric and historic sites within the project area and recommends no further archaeological testing at the site.

218

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Historic Documentation Services

1991

Cultural Resource Evaluation: The Revere Sugar Site.

The following report is an assessment of historical sensitivity in the neighborhood of Red Hook, Brooklyn. This survey conducts a literature review on historic resources located on the site of the Revere Sugar refinery. This survey determined that standing structures at the site have a significant historic character which is relevant to the neighborhood’s industrial past.

219

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Historic Sites Research

1983

Stage 1A Cultural Resource Survey, Royal-Certified Realty Company Tract, (Former F & M Schaefer Brewery) Brooklyn, New York. For: New York City Public Development Corporation. 83-120K

Project by First Street, S. 9th Street, S. 10th Street, and the East River in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. This land was created by landfilling in the mid-19th century, and currently houses a set of industrial buildings, most associated with an early 20th century beer brewery, which was America’s oldest lager beer brewing company. While there are unlikely to be any subsurface archaeological resources, the brewery buildings have some art deco stonework detail which should be preserved and incorporated into future construction on the site.

220

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Historic Sites Research

1984

Cultural Resource Reconnaissance, Metropolitan Technology Center, Brooklyn, New York. For: Energy and Environmental Analysts, Inc. 82-248K

The following report is an assessment of archaeological and historical sensitivity on waterfront property located in the Williamsburg neighborhood of Brooklyn. This survey conducts a literature review on historic resources located on the site of the former Schaefer Brewery. This survey determined that standing structures at the site have a significant historic character which is relevant to the neighborhood’s industrial past, and does not recommend archaeological testing at the site.

221

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Historical Perspectives, Inc.

1988

Proposed Residential Development at Block 208. FEIS Appendices. Archaeological Impact Phase IA, 1B and Public Comments; for the Watchtower Bible And Tract Society, Brooklyn Project. CEQR 83-308K

The following report is an assessment of archaeological and historical sensitivity within the Columbia Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn. This survey conducts a literature review on historic resources located on lots within the proposed area rezoning for Blocks 203 and 208. The survey utilizes cartographic and archival information to determine the presence or absence of historic resources within sections of the site. This survey determined that there is a high potential for evidence of prehistoric burials, 19th century building foundations and domestic structures, and recommends further archaeological testing.

222

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Historical Perspectives, Inc.

1985

Columbia Heights Topic Intensive Archaeological Research Report Phase I-B, Watchtower Bible And Tract Society Brooklyn Project. CEQR 83-308K; aka usf 1036

The following report documents the second phase of a historical sensitivity within the Columbia Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn. This survey conducts an archival review on the history of lots located within the proposed area rezoning for Blocks 203 and 208. The survey utilizes cartographic and archival information to determine the presence or absence of historic resources within sections of the site. This survey determined that there is a low potential for evidence of prehistoric burials, and a high potential for remnants of historic housing structures. This report recommends further archaeological testing within sections of the project area.

223

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Historical Perspectives, Inc.

1985

Draft Phase IA Archaeological Impact Report for the Atlantic Terminal and Brooklyn Center Projects, Brooklyn, New York. For: AKRF, Inc. CEQR 85-280K

The following report is an assessment of archaeological and historical sensitivity within Downtown Brooklyn. This survey conducts a literature review on historic resources located on lots within the proposed development of the Atlantic Terminal and Brooklyn Center Site. The survey utilizes cartographic and archival information to determine the presence or absence of historic resources within sections of the site. This survey determined that there is a low potential for preserving archaeological resources at the site, and does not recommend further archaeological testing.

224

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Historical Perspectives, Inc.

1988 .

Phase IA Archaeological Assessment Report. 504 Brooklyn-Queens Connecting Highway, Brooklyn, New York. For: Gary Ochal. 88-057K

The following report is an assessment of archaeological and historical sensitivity within the Williamsburg neighborhood of Brooklyn. This survey conducts a literature review on historic resources located on Lots 41-42 of Block 2827. The survey utilizes cartographic and archival information to determine the presence or absence of historic resources within sections of the site. This survey determined that there are no significant archaeological or historic resources located on the site and does not recommend further archaeological examination.