Missouri Cultural Resources Agreement (For Powerline Construction)

• Category: Oil Gas and Minerals - Agreements
• State: Multi-State
• Control #: US-OG-974
• Format: Word; Rich Text

Description

This form is a cultural resources agreement for powerline construction. The Missouri Cultural Resources Agreement for Power line Construction is a legally binding agreement that aims to protect and preserve the cultural heritage and historical resources in the state of Missouri during the construction of power lines. This agreement is signed between power line companies, construction firms, and the Missouri State Historic Preservation Office (SHOO). The purpose of this agreement is to ensure that the construction activities do not negatively impact significant cultural and historical sites. The agreement incorporates various key elements, such as surveying, inventory, evaluation, and mitigation measures, to identify and protect cultural resources that may be affected by power line construction. These resources include archaeological sites, historic buildings, traditional cultural properties, and other significant cultural remains. The Missouri Cultural Resources Agreement encompasses different types depending on the scope and scale of the power line construction projects. These may include: 1. Programmatic Agreement: This agreement provides a standardized framework for power line companies and construction firms to follow while undertaking multiple projects across the state. The programmatic agreement streamlines the compliance process by establishing general procedures and guidelines applicable to all projects. 2. Individual Agreement: This type of agreement is specific to a single power line construction project and outlines the unique requirements and conditions identified during the project's cultural resources' assessment. The agreement ensures that the specific project complies with all relevant cultural resource laws and regulations. 3. Memorandum of Agreement (MOA): When a power line project directly affects a significant cultural or historical site, an MOA is drafted to establish a collaborative approach between the involved parties. An MOA outlines specific measures, such as avoidance, mitigation, or documentation, to protect and preserve the impacted site during and after construction. 4. Emergency Agreement: In cases where emergency maintenance or repairs to power lines are necessary, an emergency agreement allows expedited procedures while still considering the protection of cultural resources. It ensures prompt action can be taken in urgent situations, while still adhering to the preservation of cultural heritage. Throughout the Missouri Cultural Resources Agreement process, power line companies work closely with cultural resource specialists, archaeologists, historians, and tribal representatives to identify and evaluate potential impacts. Regular consultation occurs with SHOO to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, including the National Historic Preservation Act. The ultimate objective is to balance the development of efficient power infrastructure with the preservation of Missouri's rich cultural heritage.

The Missouri Cultural Resources Agreement for Power line Construction is a legally binding agreement that aims to protect and preserve the cultural heritage and historical resources in the state of Missouri during the construction of power lines. This agreement is signed between power line companies, construction firms, and the Missouri State Historic Preservation Office (SHOO). The purpose of this agreement is to ensure that the construction activities do not negatively impact significant cultural and historical sites. The agreement incorporates various key elements, such as surveying, inventory, evaluation, and mitigation measures, to identify and protect cultural resources that may be affected by power line construction. These resources include archaeological sites, historic buildings, traditional cultural properties, and other significant cultural remains. The Missouri Cultural Resources Agreement encompasses different types depending on the scope and scale of the power line construction projects. These may include: 1. Programmatic Agreement: This agreement provides a standardized framework for power line companies and construction firms to follow while undertaking multiple projects across the state. The programmatic agreement streamlines the compliance process by establishing general procedures and guidelines applicable to all projects. 2. Individual Agreement: This type of agreement is specific to a single power line construction project and outlines the unique requirements and conditions identified during the project's cultural resources' assessment. The agreement ensures that the specific project complies with all relevant cultural resource laws and regulations. 3. Memorandum of Agreement (MOA): When a power line project directly affects a significant cultural or historical site, an MOA is drafted to establish a collaborative approach between the involved parties. An MOA outlines specific measures, such as avoidance, mitigation, or documentation, to protect and preserve the impacted site during and after construction. 4. Emergency Agreement: In cases where emergency maintenance or repairs to power lines are necessary, an emergency agreement allows expedited procedures while still considering the protection of cultural resources. It ensures prompt action can be taken in urgent situations, while still adhering to the preservation of cultural heritage. Throughout the Missouri Cultural Resources Agreement process, power line companies work closely with cultural resource specialists, archaeologists, historians, and tribal representatives to identify and evaluate potential impacts. Regular consultation occurs with SHOO to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, including the National Historic Preservation Act. The ultimate objective is to balance the development of efficient power infrastructure with the preservation of Missouri's rich cultural heritage.