20241173 Ver 1_R-5840 - Polk County - Catawba Indian Nation Response (5.23.24)_20240906

Catawba Indian Nation
Tribal Historic Preservation Office
1536 Tom Steven Road
Rock Hill, South Carolina 29730
Office 803-328-2427
May 23, 2024
Attention: Patrick Breedlove
NC Department of Transportation
345 Toot Hollow Road
Bryson City, NC 28713
Re. THPO # TCNS # Project Description
2024-193-176 R-2540 — Upgrade NC 9 from NC 108 to US 74, Polk County
Dear Mr. Breedlove,
The Catawba have no immediate concerns with regard to traditional cultural properties,
sacred sites or Native American archaeological sites within the boundaries of the
proposed project areas. However, the Catawba are to be notified if Native American
artifacts and / or human remains are located during the ground disturbance phase
of this project.
If you have questions, please contact Caitlin Rogers at 803-328-2427 ext. 226, or e-mail
[e-mail].
Sincerely,
Wenonah G. Haire
Tribal Historic Preservation Officer