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Little Salt Spring
27.0747° N, -82.2333° E
About
Little Salt Spring is an archaeological and paleontological site in North Port, Florida. The site has been owned by the University of Miami since 1980 with research performed there by the university's Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science.
Historical Timeline
Journey through time and discover key events in this site's history
Wetland burials dated
c. 5,200–6,800 years ago
National Register listing
July 10, 1979
Discovery as sinkhole
1959
University ownership begins
1980
University considers sale
2013
Tortoise bone radiocarbon date
c. 13,450 years ago
Tortoise wooden stake radiocarbon date
c. 12,030 years ago
Archaeological Features
Unique architectural and cultural elements found at this historical site
Water Management Features
Burial and Funerary Structures
Environmental and Natural Features
Food Production and Processing Features
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