Abstract
Synopsis This paper describes a method of using a GIS (Geographic Information System) software system to resolve a specific issue. The objective is to find an appropriate location for a new aggregate quarry. Another main goal is to locate the quarry in an area where it will have the least effect on unexcavated or existing archaeological features. To perform this task a number of stipulations have been established. These stipulations will act as guidelines during the search for the new quarry site location. This paper uses a step by step approach for the assimilation of these guidelines into the GIS-based search for this new location. Although this study focuses on archaeological applications of GIS, using this or a similar methodology would enable users to resolve spatial issues in a wide variety of different fields.
Highlights
A Geographic Information System (GIS) is not one, giant, monolithic software application
As these datasets were introduced into the GIS and viewed as a group indications of areas which could be appropriate for development became more apparent
Most of the site is appropriate for aggregate extraction
Summary
A Geographic Information System (GIS) is not one, giant, monolithic software application. Aggregate extraction is an important economic activity in this area and the Trent Valley is one of the principal sand and gravel producing regions in the United Kingdom. As White points out, monitoring of quarry sites in the Trent Valley has brought to light numerous examples of archaeological remains, such as fish traps, revetments, anchor stones, bridges and mill dams [14] Most of this material, though, is of a post-glacial nature. Members of the aggregate extraction community often view archaeological remains as a potential obstacle creating time and economic delays Because of these conflicting concerns it is becoming necessary to establish a method to characterize and distribute information regarding the possibility of encountering archaeological remains within existing aggregate deposits. Further assessment will most likely be required before a final decision can be made
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