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| Purpose of the Survey Program |
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Surveys of historic and archaeological resources are important to the citizens of Oregon because they help us identify significant buildings and sites, and focus our limited resources on their preservation. Mandated by the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) of 1966, and Amendments, surveys are carried out and supported by the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), as well as by historic preservation professionals on contract to other state agencies, local governments, and businesses.
A survey is the process of gathering and recording information about cultural resources. Once recorded, resources are listed in the statewide inventory maintained by the SHPO and on city or county inventories maintained by local jurisdictions. Conducting surveys and creating an inventory of resources are usually the first steps leading to local recognition and preservation of those resources most important to our state and local heritage.
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The Oregon survey program is designed to identify potential historic resources through Reconnaissance and Intensive Level Surveys, culminating in the nomination of individual properties and historic districts to the National Register of Historic Places. Although the survey program is designed as a contiguous system, there are several opportunities throughout the process to design products for use in community education and planning, which may include interpretive signage, community presentations, and walking, biking, or digital tours. This survey process is also designed to meet the needs of those completing federal Section 106 and 4F documentation, and state and local agencies complying with state land-use laws. Surveys involving archaeological resources follow different procedures and must comply with federal and state law.
Contact the appropriate SHPO staff member before completing any survey work.
Survey Guidelines and Resources
"Guidelines for Conducting Historic Resource Surveys in Oregon" [pdf] – SHPO guidelines for completing Reconnaissance and Intensive Level Surveys
Oregon Historic Sites Database – An online searchable database for both National Register and surveyed properties
National Register Bulletins and Brochures - National Park Service webpage of useful publications on completing resource surveys and National Register documentation
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| SHPO Contacts By Program Area |
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| Oregon National Register and Survey Program |
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