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1.4.5 Record both previously recorded and unrecorded historic properties, archeological historic properties, or prehistoric archeological sites encountered on a Texas Archeological Site Data Form and submit the form electronically to TARL via the TexSite recording system. The Engineer will include site data consisting of a description of the site's environment and the cultural materials noted within the study area, including comments on the continuance of any sites outside of the existing and proposed right-of--ways. Following fieldwork, if any archeological sites or archeological historic properties are discovered, the Engineer will complete an intensive survey report in accordance with the full report guidelines outlined by the THC's Rules of Practice and Procedures. If no archeological sites or archeological historic properties are discovered, the Engineer will follow a short report format. The report will contain background information on the proposed construction activity, archeological and geomorphic data from site files, information from geologic maps, soil surveys, and a description of previous impacts affecting the integrity of known or potential archeological sites and deposits. The report will evaluate, to the extent feasible, the eligibility of archeological sites within the Project area for inclusion in the NRHP or for formal SAL designation. The Engineer will evaluate the potential for intact archeological deposits and will provide recommendations for any additional archeological work, if deemed necessary. If further work is warranted, the Engineer's recommendation will indicate where the additional work is needed and the scope of work necessary. The Engineer will reference all background research, field investigations, report preparation, coordination and findings in the NEPA document. 1.4.6 Provide a qualified architectural historian to perform a Historic Buildings and Structures Survey in compliance with Section 106 and Section 110 of the National Historic Preservation Act (36 CFR 800). The Engineer will ensure that identification, evaluation, and documentation tasks will be completed in accordance with the provisions of the Archeology and Preservation: Secretary of the Interior's Standards and Guidelines (48 FR Parts 44716 et seq.; hereafter SOI Standards). The Engineer will perform historic resource studies and will document those studies in accordance with 36 CFR 60 at sufficient levels to satisfy the THC requirements for determining the presence of and documentation of historic resources. Historic resources include buildings, structures, objects, historic districts, or non-archaeological sites that exist in the Area of Potential Effect ("APE") 45 years prior to the estimated commencement of construction. The APE is no more than 150 feet from the proposed ROW. If at any time during the execution of this task, the APE is extended beyond 150 feet from the proposed ROW, the additional studies will be included as additional services. 1.4.7 Create a design plan for the reconnaissance survey of the APE titled "Research Design". This Research Design will be revised to reflect comments by the State and THC. The Research design will include: a) A summary of the historical and cultural contexts of the project area; b) A list of documents, references, and maps to be reviewed. These will included, but are not limited to the Texas Historic Sites Atlas, the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP), the lists of State Archaeological Landmarks (SAL), and the Recorded Texas Historic Landmarks (RTHL), the Historic American Buildings Survey, the Historic American Engineering Study, Texas Historical Markers, and Historic Texas Cemeteries; c) A commitment to provide a report detailing the results of the reconnaissance survey. KBR-Sessom Drive Roadway Improvements Agreement 11