Site Event/Activity record EHG707 - Geophysical survey - Lochloy Road, Balmakeith, Nairn
Location
| Location | Lochloy Road, Balmakeith |
|---|---|
| Grid reference | Centred NH 8996 5678 (912m by 571m) |
| Map sheet | NH85NE |
| Operational Area | INVERNESS NAIRN BADENOCH AND STRATHSPEY |
| Civil Parish | NAIRN |
| Geographical Area | NAIRN |
Technique(s)
Organisation
GeoQuest Associates
Date
Oct-Dec 2000
Description
A geophysical survey was carried out by GeoQuest Associates in 2000 on an area on the south side of Lochloy Road, Nairn, in advance of a proposed housing development. Thirty-three survey blocks were selected for detailed survey following a preliminary rapid magnetometer scan aimed at locating zones of potential archaeological interest. However, the initial scan was unable to rigorously identify subsoil features of archaeological interest. The survey blocks were positioned to provide a maximum 15% sample of the development area, which was designed to progress in eight phases. A number of significant anomalies were detected, including a possible silted ditch and a possible enclosure or oval barrow. <1>
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SHG21700 Text/Report/Fieldwork Report: Noel, M.J.. 2000. Geophysical Survey of an Area of Proposed Development at Lochloy Road, Balmakeith, Nairn. GeoQuest Associates. 30/01/2001. Paper and Digital.
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
- MHG7053 Enclosure, Kingsteps (Monument)
Record last edited
Mar 24 2014 4:48PM