Archaeo-Physics, LLC is a consulting firm specializing in subsurface imaging of archaeological sites. We use a variety of geophysical survey techniques to produce high-resolution maps of archaeological features, artifacts, and other patterning.
Our staff has extensive experience performing geophysical surveys of archaeological sites in all regions of the United States and many locations throughout the world.
In addition to serving as consultants to professional archaeologists, Archaeo-Physics maintains a strong commitment to education. Our staff engages in instruction and survey at field schools and public archaeology projects. We strive to disseminate the results of our work through publication, and online and public presentations.
Explore this site through the links below to learn about the state of the art in archaeological geophysics, and the benefits that it can bring to research and preservation.
Magnetic survey at the Kutoyis Bison Kill (detail) showing tested and suspected bison processing features.
Featured case study: The
Kutoyis Bison Kill A magnetic survey was undertaken at the Late Prehistoric-period Kutoyis Bison Kill Site (24GL366), located in the Blackfeet Indian Reservation, north-central Montana. Magnetic survey was used as a non-destructive technique to map bison processing features and to prioritize areas for future excavation and understand site patterning.
Initial testing in 2010 of several magnetic anomalies features yielded 100% confirmation of suspected features. Magnetic survey results were used to guide formal excavation during the 2011 field season, allowing researchers to accurately target bison processing features for excavation and giving insight into unexcavated portions of the site.
Methodology Survey methods, integrating geophysics with archaeological research, interpretation, and more...
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geophysical survey would be an appropriate and cost-effective
tool to adress your research goals. An evaluation form specific to cemetery investigations is also available.