Notice of Inventory Completion: Tennessee Department of Conservation and Environment, Division of Archaeology, Nashville, TN, 4796-4797 [2025-01004]

Download as PDF 4796 Federal Register / Vol. 90, No. 10 / Thursday, January 16, 2025 / Notices Hawaiian organization with cultural affiliation. Upon request, repatriation of the human remains and associated funerary objects described in this notice may occur on or after February 18, 2025. If competing requests for repatriation are received, the No Man’s Land Museum must determine the most appropriate requestor prior to repatriation. Requests for joint repatriation of the human remains and associated funerary objects are considered a single request and not competing requests. The No Man’s Land Museum is responsible for sending a copy of this notice to any consulting lineal descendant, Indian Tribe, or Native Hawaiian organization. Authority: Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act, 25 U.S.C. 3003, and the implementing regulations, 43 CFR 10.10. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Dated: January 6, 2025. Melanie O’Brien, Manager, National NAGPRA Program. Sweetwater Island (40LD186), Loudon County, TN Ancestral remains of at minimum two individuals were recovered by TDEC– TDOA personnel from Sweetwater Island in the Tennessee River in 1974. No record exists as to the specific circumstances surrounding their collection. The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians claimed these ancestors on June 10, 2021. Consultation took place on May 24, June 6, and June 24, 2024. There is no known exposure to hazardous substances or treatments. [FR Doc. 2025–01010 Filed 1–15–25; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4312–52–P DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR National Park Service [NPS–WASO–NAGPRA–NPS0039310; PPWOCRADN0–PCU00RP14.R50000] Notice of Inventory Completion: Tennessee Department of Conservation and Environment, Division of Archaeology, Nashville, TN National Park Service, Interior. Notice. AGENCY: ACTION: In accordance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), the Tennessee Department of Conservation and Environment, Division of Archaeology (TDEC–TDOA) has completed an inventory of human remains and associated funerary objects and has determined that there is a cultural affiliation between the human remains and associated funerary objects and Indian Tribes or Native Hawaiian organizations in this notice. DATES: Repatriation of the human remains and associated funerary objects in this notice may occur on or after February 18, 2025. ADDRESSES: Phillip R. Hodge, Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation, Division of Archaeology (TDEC–TDOA), 1216 Foster Avenue, Cole Building #3, Nashville, TN 37243, telephone (615) 626–2025, email Phil.Hodge@tn.gov. ddrumheller on DSK120RN23PROD with NOTICES1 SUMMARY: VerDate Sep<11>2014 19:42 Jan 15, 2025 Jkt 265001 This notice is published as part of the National Park Service’s administrative responsibilities under NAGPRA. The determinations in this notice are the sole responsibility of the TDEC–TDOA, and additional information on the determinations in this notice, including the results of consultation, can be found in its inventory or related records. The National Park Service is not responsible for the determinations in this notice. Abstract of Information Available Human remains representing, at least 13 individuals have been identified. The six associated funerary objects are two deer ulnae, one lot of faunal material, one lot of ceramic sherds, one lot of freshwater shell fragments, and one lot of associated funerary objects that have not been inventoried. Unknown Site, Lenoir City, Loudon County, TN Ancestral remains of at minimum two individuals and three associated funerary objects consisting of one lot of ceramic sherds, one lot of freshwater shell fragments, and one lot of faunal material were recovered during construction in Lenoir City, Tennessee in June 2023. Those were turned over to local law enforcement, transferred to the Knox County Forensic Center, and then transferred to the TDEC–TDOA for repatriation. These ancestors and associated funerary objects had not been previously reported to National NAGPRA. Consultation took place on May 24, June 6, and June 24, 2024. There is no known exposure to hazardous substances or treatments. In consultation on May 24, 2024 TDEC– TDOA suggested that these ancestors be included in the current claim. All Tribal Partners have agreed to this course of action. McMahan Mound (40SV1), Sevierville, Sevier County, TN Ancestral remains of at minimum two individuals and one lot of associated funerary objects that have not been PO 00000 Frm 00085 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 inventoried were recovered by TDEC– TDOA in 1976 prior to construction of a highway bypass. The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians claimed these ancestors on June 10, 2021. The original TDEC–TDOA NAGPRA inventory lists a single individual from this site. During review of site documentation prior to consultation, TDEC–TDOA staff identified a second ancestor as well as artifacts from associated feature fill. Consultation took place on May 24, June 6, and June 24, 2024. Tribal partners requested in consultation on May 24, 2024 that the associated funerary objects be lotted and not formally inventoried. There is no known exposure to hazardous substances or treatments. Great Smoky Mountain Children’s Home (40SV53), Sevierville, Sevier County, TN Ancestral remains of a minimum number of three commingled individuals were exposed by mechanical excavation at the Great Smoky Mountain Children’s Home in Sevierville, Tennessee in 2014. Those remains were transferred to the Division of Archaeology for repatriation. The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians claimed these ancestors on June 10, 2021. Consultation took place on May 24, June 6, and June 24, 2024. There is no known exposure to hazardous substances or treatments. Unknown Site, Sevierville, Sevier County TN Ancestral remains of a minimum of four individuals and two associated funerary objects consisting of two deer ulnae, originate from an unknown site in Sevierville, Sevier County, Tennessee. Original NAGPRA inventory sheet suggest they were collected in 1931. No additional records exist as to the timing, donor, or circumstances of acquisition. Consultation took place on May 24, June 6, and June 24, 2024. In consultation on May 24, 2024 TDEC– TDOA suggested that these ancestors be included in the current claim. All Tribal Partners have agreed to this course of action. There is no known exposure to hazardous substances or treatments. Cultural Affiliation Based on the information available and the results of consultation, cultural affiliation is reasonably identified by the geographical location or acquisition history of the human remains and associated funerary objects described in this notice. Determinations The TDEC–TDOA has determined that: E:\FR\FM\16JAN1.SGM 16JAN1 Federal Register / Vol. 90, No. 10 / Thursday, January 16, 2025 / Notices • The human remains described in this notice represent the physical remains of at least 13 individuals of Native American ancestry. • The two associated funerary objects and four lots of associated funerary objects described in this notice are reasonably believed to have been placed intentionally with or near individual human remains at the time of death or later as part of the death rite or ceremony. • There is a connection between the human remains and associated funerary objects described in this notice and the Cherokee Nation; Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians; The Muscogee (Creek) Nation, and the United Keetoowah Band of Cherokee Indians in Oklahoma. ddrumheller on DSK120RN23PROD with NOTICES1 Requests for Repatriation Written requests for repatriation of the human remains and associated funerary objects in this notice must be sent to the authorized representative identified in this notice under ADDRESSES. Requests for repatriation may be submitted by: 1. Any one or more of the Indian Tribes or Native Hawaiian organizations identified in this notice. 2. Any lineal descendant, Indian Tribe, or Native Hawaiian organization not identified in this notice who shows, by a preponderance of the evidence, that the requestor is a lineal descendant or an Indian Tribe or Native Hawaiian organization with cultural affiliation. Repatriation of the human remains and associated funerary objects described in this notice to a requestor may occur on or after February 18, 2025. If competing requests for repatriation are received, the TDEC–TDOA must determine the most appropriate requestor prior to repatriation. Requests for joint repatriation of the human remains and associated funerary objects are considered a single request and not competing requests. The TDEC–TDOA is responsible for sending a copy of this notice to the Indian Tribes and Native Hawaiian organizations identified in this notice. Authority: Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act, 25 U.S.C. 3003, and the implementing regulations, 43 CFR 10.10. Dated: January 6, 2025. Melanie O’Brien, Manager, National NAGPRA Program. [FR Doc. 2025–01004 Filed 1–15–25; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4312–52–P VerDate Sep<11>2014 19:42 Jan 15, 2025 Jkt 265001 DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR National Park Service Notice of Inventory Completion: California State University, Sacramento, Sacramento, CA National Park Service, Interior. Notice. AGENCY: In accordance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), the California State University, Sacramento has completed an inventory of human remains and has determined that there is a cultural affiliation between the human remains and Indian Tribes or Native Hawaiian organizations in this notice. SUMMARY: Repatriation of the human remains in this notice may occur on or after February 18, 2025. ADDRESSES: Dr. Mark R. Wheeler, Senior Advisor to President Luke Wood, California State University, Sacramento, 6000 J Street Sacramento, CA 95819, telephone (916) 460–0490, email mark.wheeler@csus.edu. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: This notice is published as part of the National Park Service’s administrative responsibilities under NAGPRA. The determinations in this notice are the sole responsibility of the California State University, Sacramento, and additional information on the determinations in this notice, including the results of consultation, can be found in its inventory or related records. The National Park Service is not responsible for the determinations in this notice. DATES: Abstract of Information Available Human remains representing, at least, one individual have been identified from an unknown location in Modoc County, California. The human remains were found by a local rancher in 1974. They were turned over to a Modoc National Forest archaeologist by the sheriff’s office. After determining that the remains were Native American, the archaeologist transferred the remains to Sacramento State. They have since been housed at the University under accession 81–CSUS–332. Cultural Affiliation Based on the information available and the results of consultation, cultural affiliation is clearly identified by the PO 00000 Frm 00086 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 information available about the human remains described in this notice. Determinations [NPS–WASO–NAGPRA–NPS0039311; PPWOCRADN0–PCU00RP14.R50000] ACTION: 4797 The California State University, Sacramento has determined that: • The human remains described in this notice represent the physical remains of one individual of Native American ancestry. • There is a connection between the human remains described in this notice and the Alturas Indian Rancheria, California; Cedarville Rancheria, California; Fort Bidwell Indian Community of the Fort Bidwell Reservation of California; Klamath Tribes; Modoc Nation; and the Pit River Tribe, California (includes XL Ranch, Big Bend, Likely, Lookout, Montgomery Creek, and Roaring Creek Rancherias). Requests for Repatriation Written requests for repatriation of the human remains in this notice must be sent to the authorized representative identified in this notice under ADDRESSES. Requests for repatriation may be submitted by: 1. Any one or more of the Indian Tribes or Native Hawaiian organizations identified in this notice. 2. Any lineal descendant, Indian Tribe, or Native Hawaiian organization not identified in this notice who shows, by a preponderance of the evidence, that the requestor is a lineal descendant or an Indian Tribe or Native Hawaiian organization with cultural affiliation. Repatriation of the human remains described in this notice to a requestor may occur on or after February 18, 2025. If competing requests for repatriation are received, the California State University, Sacramento must determine the most appropriate requestor prior to repatriation. Requests for joint repatriation of the human remains are considered a single request and not competing requests. The California State University, Sacramento is responsible for sending a copy of this notice to the Indian Tribes and Native Hawaiian organizations identified in this notice. Authority: Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act, 25 U.S.C. 3003, and the implementing regulations, 43 CFR 10.10. Dated: January 6, 2025. Melanie O’Brien, Manager, National NAGPRA Program. [FR Doc. 2025–01005 Filed 1–15–25; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4312–52–P E:\FR\FM\16JAN1.SGM 16JAN1

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DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR

National Park Service

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Notice of Inventory Completion: Tennessee Department of 
Conservation and Environment, Division of Archaeology, Nashville, TN

AGENCY: National Park Service, Interior.

ACTION: Notice.

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SUMMARY: In accordance with the Native American Graves Protection and 
Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), the Tennessee Department of Conservation and 
Environment, Division of Archaeology (TDEC-TDOA) has completed an 
inventory of human remains and associated funerary objects and has 
determined that there is a cultural affiliation between the human 
remains and associated funerary objects and Indian Tribes or Native 
Hawaiian organizations in this notice.

DATES: Repatriation of the human remains and associated funerary 
objects in this notice may occur on or after February 18, 2025.

ADDRESSES: Phillip R. Hodge, Tennessee Department of Environment and 
Conservation, Division of Archaeology (TDEC-TDOA), 1216 Foster Avenue, 
Cole Building #3, Nashville, TN 37243, telephone (615) 626-2025, email 
[email protected].

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: This notice is published as part of the 
National Park Service's administrative responsibilities under NAGPRA. 
The determinations in this notice are the sole responsibility of the 
TDEC-TDOA, and additional information on the determinations in this 
notice, including the results of consultation, can be found in its 
inventory or related records. The National Park Service is not 
responsible for the determinations in this notice.

Abstract of Information Available

    Human remains representing, at least 13 individuals have been 
identified. The six associated funerary objects are two deer ulnae, one 
lot of faunal material, one lot of ceramic sherds, one lot of 
freshwater shell fragments, and one lot of associated funerary objects 
that have not been inventoried.

Sweetwater Island (40LD186), Loudon County, TN

    Ancestral remains of at minimum two individuals were recovered by 
TDEC-TDOA personnel from Sweetwater Island in the Tennessee River in 
1974. No record exists as to the specific circumstances surrounding 
their collection. The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians claimed these 
ancestors on June 10, 2021. Consultation took place on May 24, June 6, 
and June 24, 2024. There is no known exposure to hazardous substances 
or treatments.

Unknown Site, Lenoir City, Loudon County, TN

    Ancestral remains of at minimum two individuals and three 
associated funerary objects consisting of one lot of ceramic sherds, 
one lot of freshwater shell fragments, and one lot of faunal material 
were recovered during construction in Lenoir City, Tennessee in June 
2023. Those were turned over to local law enforcement, transferred to 
the Knox County Forensic Center, and then transferred to the TDEC-TDOA 
for repatriation. These ancestors and associated funerary objects had 
not been previously reported to National NAGPRA. Consultation took 
place on May 24, June 6, and June 24, 2024. There is no known exposure 
to hazardous substances or treatments. In consultation on May 24, 2024 
TDEC-TDOA suggested that these ancestors be included in the current 
claim. All Tribal Partners have agreed to this course of action.

McMahan Mound (40SV1), Sevierville, Sevier County, TN

    Ancestral remains of at minimum two individuals and one lot of 
associated funerary objects that have not been inventoried were 
recovered by TDEC-TDOA in 1976 prior to construction of a highway 
bypass. The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians claimed these ancestors on 
June 10, 2021. The original TDEC-TDOA NAGPRA inventory lists a single 
individual from this site. During review of site documentation prior to 
consultation, TDEC-TDOA staff identified a second ancestor as well as 
artifacts from associated feature fill. Consultation took place on May 
24, June 6, and June 24, 2024. Tribal partners requested in 
consultation on May 24, 2024 that the associated funerary objects be 
lotted and not formally inventoried. There is no known exposure to 
hazardous substances or treatments.

Great Smoky Mountain Children's Home (40SV53), Sevierville, Sevier 
County, TN

    Ancestral remains of a minimum number of three commingled 
individuals were exposed by mechanical excavation at the Great Smoky 
Mountain Children's Home in Sevierville, Tennessee in 2014. Those 
remains were transferred to the Division of Archaeology for 
repatriation. The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians claimed these 
ancestors on June 10, 2021. Consultation took place on May 24, June 6, 
and June 24, 2024. There is no known exposure to hazardous substances 
or treatments.

Unknown Site, Sevierville, Sevier County TN

    Ancestral remains of a minimum of four individuals and two 
associated funerary objects consisting of two deer ulnae, originate 
from an unknown site in Sevierville, Sevier County, Tennessee. Original 
NAGPRA inventory sheet suggest they were collected in 1931. No 
additional records exist as to the timing, donor, or circumstances of 
acquisition. Consultation took place on May 24, June 6, and June 24, 
2024. In consultation on May 24, 2024 TDEC-TDOA suggested that these 
ancestors be included in the current claim. All Tribal Partners have 
agreed to this course of action. There is no known exposure to 
hazardous substances or treatments.

Cultural Affiliation

    Based on the information available and the results of consultation, 
cultural affiliation is reasonably identified by the geographical 
location or acquisition history of the human remains and associated 
funerary objects described in this notice.

Determinations

    The TDEC-TDOA has determined that:

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     The human remains described in this notice represent the 
physical remains of at least 13 individuals of Native American 
ancestry.
     The two associated funerary objects and four lots of 
associated funerary objects described in this notice are reasonably 
believed to have been placed intentionally with or near individual 
human remains at the time of death or later as part of the death rite 
or ceremony.
     There is a connection between the human remains and 
associated funerary objects described in this notice and the Cherokee 
Nation; Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians; The Muscogee (Creek) Nation, 
and the United Keetoowah Band of Cherokee Indians in Oklahoma.

Requests for Repatriation

    Written requests for repatriation of the human remains and 
associated funerary objects in this notice must be sent to the 
authorized representative identified in this notice under ADDRESSES. 
Requests for repatriation may be submitted by:
    1. Any one or more of the Indian Tribes or Native Hawaiian 
organizations identified in this notice.
    2. Any lineal descendant, Indian Tribe, or Native Hawaiian 
organization not identified in this notice who shows, by a 
preponderance of the evidence, that the requestor is a lineal 
descendant or an Indian Tribe or Native Hawaiian organization with 
cultural affiliation.
    Repatriation of the human remains and associated funerary objects 
described in this notice to a requestor may occur on or after February 
18, 2025. If competing requests for repatriation are received, the 
TDEC-TDOA must determine the most appropriate requestor prior to 
repatriation. Requests for joint repatriation of the human remains and 
associated funerary objects are considered a single request and not 
competing requests. The TDEC-TDOA is responsible for sending a copy of 
this notice to the Indian Tribes and Native Hawaiian organizations 
identified in this notice.
    Authority: Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act, 
25 U.S.C. 3003, and the implementing regulations, 43 CFR 10.10.

    Dated: January 6, 2025.
Melanie O'Brien,
Manager, National NAGPRA Program.
[FR Doc. 2025-01004 Filed 1-15-25; 8:45 am]
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