Survey Coverage Calculator

Calculate survey coverage, sampling fractions, and detection probabilities for archaeological pedestrian survey. Plan transect spacing and crew requirements.

Sampling Fraction
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of total study area
Effective Coverage
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Swath Width
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Site Density
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Estimated Total Sites
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Area per Transect Pass
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Detection Probability
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Survey Coverage Formulas

Sampling Fraction = Surveyed Area / Total Area

Effective Coverage = Sampling Fraction * (Visibility / 100)

Swath Width = Walkers * Spacing

Total Sites Est. = Sites Found / Effective Coverage

Archaeological survey design balances coverage against resources. Closer walker spacing increases detection probability but reduces area covered. Ground visibility (affected by vegetation, plowing, erosion) directly impacts effective coverage. Standard practice recommends at least 20% sampling fraction for regional surveys.

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