44.48 Archaeological resources.
(1) Mapping.
(a) The state historical society shall prepare maps of the archaeological resources of this state.
(b) Using the best methods practicable with the funds available for that purpose, the state historical society shall prepare:
1. Initial archaeological resources maps based on currently available information.
2. Updated archaeological resources maps based on any additional information that is available, including onsite surveys.
(c) The director may keep any specific information regarding archaeological resources closed to the public if the director determines that disclosure of the information would be likely to result in disturbance of the archaeological resources.
(2) State archaeology program. The state historical society shall establish and administer a state archaeology program. The state historical society may designate qualified archaeologists or institutions to undertake on behalf of the historical society specified archaeological surveys, studies, excavations or other activities. The state historical society may designate regions of the state within which the designated archaeologists or institutions may work.
History: 1987 a. 395.