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Structure 1411, other masonry structure
About this Structure
General Location
Northeast portion of site.
Specific Location
North-central portion of Block 1400; within Structure 1408.
Interpretive Type
Shrine.
Structure Use
Because this structure was dry-laid, contained no prepared surface or features, and was unroofed, the structure use is unknown. Members of the Native American Advisory Team interpreted structures like Structure 1411 as a shrine.
Dating
Abandonment
Structure 1411 was abandoned in the late Pueblo III period, immediately prior to regional abandonment. Natural sediment accumulated within and above this structure. Artifacts were most likely washed in from surrounding areas of higher elevation.
Postabandonment
Natural sediment accumulated within and above this structure. Artifacts were most likely washed in from surrounding areas of higher elevation.
Excavation Details