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Uncertainties Over Federal Requirements for Archeological Preservation at New Melones Dam in California

CED-80-29 Published: Dec 21, 1979. Publicly Released: Dec 21, 1979.
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GAO examined efforts to preserve the archeological and historical resources at the New Melones Dam Project in California. These efforts have been clouded by the lack of Federal guidance on the adequacy of archeological preservation and who should direct the program.

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Natural Resources and Environment
Construction (process)DamsHistoric preservationWater energyWater resources developmentFederal agenciesConservationEngineersMiningArmy corps of engineers