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and 5t~iF2427 from devastating soil sliding and slumping. The impairments to the physical integrity of these sites have occurred to such an extent that they are no longer viable locations for historical archaeological data retrieval. In addition the structural remains at 5MF2427 Have been damaged and cannot foreseeably be protected from further destruction from the forces of nature. The prehistoric component of site 5hiF950 has been substantially damaged by road construction through the site prior to the establishment of the Trapper htirie. Based on what was observed during site recording, it is estimated that up to 90% of the prehistoric component has been disturbed. In addition, no temporally diagnostic artifacts were observed nor were cultural features or indications of subsurface deposits de- tected. As a result, it appears very unlikely that the site contains material likely to yield information important to the prehistory of the region. It is apparent from the foregoing discussion that sites 5t•iF950 and 5t•1F24L7 have suffered disturbances which have adversely impaired their integrity as archaeological and architectural entities. As a result it is recommended that neither site be considered eligible for inclusion in the National Register of Historic Places. In addition, it is suggested that the recordation conducted by Nickens and Associates at these two locations be considered adequate mitigation of the impacts expected to take place when the respective site areas are mined for coal. • Nianayement Considerations In Fiay of 1987, site 5hiF95U was rerecorded and site 5hIF2427 recorded for the first time by Nickens and Associates. Neither site is recom- mended as eligible for inclusion in the National Register of tlistoric Places. This evaluation of site significance is a recommendation only and requires a final determination of site significance by the Colorado State Historic Preservation Office. To obtain such a determination, a copy of this report including the state site forms comprising Appendix A must be fo rvrarded to the SHPO. If the SHPO concurs with the recommenda- tion that sites 5MF950 and 5t4F2427 be considered insignificant cultural resources, it is unlikely that Trapper Mining, Inc. will be required to conduct additional historical or archaeological work at the site. References Buckles, William G. and Nancy B. Buckles 1984 Colorado Historical Archaeology Context. Colorado Historical Society, Denver. Grady, James 1984 Northwest Colorado Prehistoric Context. Office of Archaeology and Historic Preservation, Denver. Husband, Piichael B. 1484 Plaieau Country Historic Context. Office of Archaeology and Historic Preservation, State tlistoric Preservation Office, Denver.