This overview study summarizes and assesses the cultural resources within the southeast region of Arizona. It provides a Class I type inventory of known cultural resources within the study area, covering the entire history of the region, including the prehistoric, protohistoric, and historic periods. We present a review of all cultures in the study area and their development within reference to research reports. The aboriginal cultures covered include Paleo-Indian, Archaic, Cochise, Hohokam, Mogollon and O'otam, Salado, Apache, and Sobaipuri. The historic cultures include Spanish, Mexican, and American.
The Class I inventory represents both an extensive literature and records search in conjunction with a compiliation of information about the known cultural resources in the study area. The overview was conducted by Professional Analysts, Inc. of Eugene, Oregon, for the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and the U.S. Forest Service under contract with the BLM Safford District. The study covers both government and private lands and includes all land within the study area boundaries. Previous investigations and site summary tables are included. All existing site inventory records from government agencies and institutions were compiled and copied. Finally, all known sites and previous surveys were plotted on maps showing the distribution of cultural resources and the extent of survey coverage.
In addition to the background study, sections discuss the regional environment and cultural resource management. This report presents specific data about the known cultural resources, indicating the broad range of archaeological and historical sites. An extensive bibliography contains references to important archaeological reports and historical studies. We also include information about the condition of sites and whether or not they have been formally recognized or preserved. This report is a comprehensive statement of the status and needs for effective cultural resource management.