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In cooperation with the federal Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (ACHP), the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) works with federal agencies to assist them in complying with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966. This legislation permits the SHPO Section 106 Review and Compliance program to review federal undertakings--both archaeological (or below-ground) and above-ground--for their impacts on cultural resources.
From construction of new roadways and bridges to dredging of waterways, from the rehabilitation of a CCC-era Coast Guard station to the installation of cell tower equipment, the Review and Compliance program assists clients to identify and evaluate resources, assess effects upon those resources and look for productive ways to avoid or mitigate adverse project effects.
Our Review and Compliance team actively works with tribal governments and local communities, particularly Tribal Historic Preservation Offices and Certified Local Governments respectively, to assist in these endeavors.
Contacts
Below-ground
Dennis Griffin, State Archaeologist
Phone: (503) 986-0674
Fax: (503) 986-0793
Email: dennis.griffin@state.or.us
Above-ground
Stephen Poyser, Review and Compliance Specialist
Phone: (503) 986-0686
Fax: (503) 986-0793
E-mail: stephen.poyser@state.or.us
Sarah Jalving, Review and Compliance Specialist
Phone: (503) 986-0679
Fax: (503) 986-0793
E-mail: sarah.jalving@state.or.us
Publications & Forms
Archaeological
- Archaeological Survey and Reporting Standards [ PDF ]
- Archaeology Excavation Permit [ RTF ]
Above-Ground
The Oregon SHPO is making a transition from a paper-based Section 106 compliance process to a standardized electronic format based on Microsoft Access. This system is explained in the publication Guidelines for Conducting Historic Resource Surveys in Oregon available below. A sample Section 106 report using the new format is also available. Please note that the sample should be used in conjunction with the handbook.
As part of this new system, agencies are asked to follow a four-step process.
- Contact SHPO staff members Dr. Stephen Poyser or Sarah Jalving to begin the consultation process and obtain a project number . Those calling should be able to discuss the Area of Potential Effect (APE), project undertaking, and the potential effect(s) of the work in addition to supplying basic contact information. Consultation ideally involves SHPO staff, the agency contact person, and the individual completing the work.
- Obtain a copy of the Oregon Sites Database from the office. Databases should be requested no more than 30 dyas before a project begins.
- Complete survey work.
- Submit data to the SHPO for review.
Download Guidelines for Conducting Historic Resource Surveys in Oregon [Adobe PDF]
Download Sample Section 106 Report [Adobe PDF]
Paper Compliance Documents
Paper documentation may not be completed without prior approval.
- Section 106 Documentation Form and Instructions [ DOC ]
- Section 106 Documentation Form and Instructions for Potential or Listed Historic Districts [ DOC ]
- Section 106 Level of Effect Form and Instructions [ DOC ]
- Oregon´s Data Category Lists & Examples Reference [ DOC ]
- Wireless Antennas Collocation Agreement [ PDF ]
Useful Links
The Advisory Council on Historic Preservation
Citizen´s Guide to Section 106
Regulations for Section 106 (36 CFR 800)
National Register of Historic Places-Criteria of Evaluation
Secretary of the Interior´s Standards for Rehabilitation
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