We have located limestone kilns, the second grouping found during the
phased project.  I am picking up the research, and from the beginning we
have had difficulty in finding information on pit style as opposed to
formally constructed furnaces for the production of lime.
No such formal kiln is known in the area.  We do have a bit of
interesting documentation, a ledger stating 'Cash to Irishmen for build
lime kiln'.
Our features are simply lenses of burned and unburned limestone mixed
with ash and charcoal flecks.  The lenses may have 2 distinct layers,
one composed of larger rock and the other of finer gravels.
I am wading through a great deal of information on the production of
lime, and am searching for any information on short-term pit kilns.
Thanks for your help,
Susan


Susan Houghton, RPA
Laboratory Supervisor
Cultural Resources
Burns & McDonnell
9400 Ward Parkway
Kansas City, Missouri  64114
Tel: 816-333-9400 x2264
Fax: 816-822-3515
[log in to unmask]