This Systemwide Archeological Inventory Program (SAIP) is intended to provide a framework for systematic, scientific research that locates, evaluates, and documents archeological resources. The importance of the SAIP is that it emphasizes research within a cultural resources management framework. The purpose, structure, and requirements of the SAIP have been published and each NPS region is required to develop a regional plan to implement this program. This document represents the plan for the Midwest Region.