Croton Dam Mound Group
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Croton Dam Mound Group
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Location | Croton, Michigan[2] |
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Area | 2.3 acres (0.93 ha) |
NRHP Reference # | 08000846[1] |
Added to NRHP | June 23, 2009 |
The Croton Dam Mound Group, also known by the designations 20NE105, 20NE112, and 20NE116, is an archaeological site that was once a ceremonial site located on 2.3 acres near Croton, Michigan. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2009.[1]
Description
The Croton Dam Mound Group consists of three mounds designated Croton Dam A (20NE105), Croton Dam B (20NE112), and Croton Dam C (20NE116).[3] The group represents an Early Woodland Period.[4] The largest mound, Croton Dam A, measures about 35 feet in diameter, and included a cache of animal bones and weapons points.[5] The two smaller mounds, Croton Dam B and C, contained red ochre and cremated human remains.
References
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- ↑ The NRIS lists the Croton Dam Mound Group as "address restricted;" however, references show it is located near Croton. The geo-coordinates given are approximate.
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