Cooper Village Archeological Site
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Cooper Village Archeological Site | |
| Nearest city | Onida, South Dakota |
|---|---|
| Area | 23 acres (9.3 ha) |
| NRHP reference No. | 03000504[1] |
| Added to NRHP | June 2, 2003 |
The Cooper Village Archeological Site, designated 39SL15, encompasses what is believed to be a prehistoric Native American village in Sully County, South Dakota. It is located on a peninsula projecting into Lake Oahe, and portions of it were identified in 1979 and 1982 as being subjected to shoreline erosion by the lake. It is described as a small village, with four depressions identified as being consistent with dwellings, and a low mound, with occupancy believed to c. 1550-1675 CE, based on artifacts found at the site.[2]
The site was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2003.[1]
