Dickenson County:

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Floodplain

Property

Playbook

Charlie Cross, Caleb Hassell, Aidan Hill

Dec. 2025

Outline

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Project Scope

Property Types

Frameworks 1, 2

Downtown

Introduction

• Dickenson County, VA is located in a high-risk floodplain and faces recurring inland flooding.

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• State and federal buyout programs have removed damaged or vulnerable structures.
• Virginia’s Community Flood Preparedness Fund (CFPF)
• U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Section 202 Flood Damage Reduction Program

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• As a result, a set of cleared parcels that cannot host permanent buildings now exists

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• Opportunity for new, flood-safe reuses that support the community

Assumptions and Goals

Three Property Types

Two Frameworks

Framework 1:

Low Density Residential

Framework 2:

Roadside Parcels

Framework 1: Low-Density Residential

Parcels that are situated among residential lots, removed from commercial centers.

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Their neighborhood context makes them more suitable for low impact amenities that fit within the are while actively benefiting the nearby neighbors.

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Potential Projects:

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• Some concepts used in Type 1 (ex. Community Gardens) would be applicable in Type 2 plots and could better serve to create food for the people in close proximity to their homes.

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• Park space in these lots could provide areas for community recreation without attracting large amounts of people to a residential area

Framework 2: Roadway Parcels

Irregularly shaped parcels that are undeveloped and located along roadways

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Parcels may vary in size, but are generally unfit for development or

large changes due to shape and/or location

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Potential Projects:

• A walking path could be established to connect some of these parcels to both showcase the natural beauty of the region and create spaces for locals and visitors to use in a way that uses minimal infrastructure that isn’t as susceptible to long-term flood damages.

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• Roadside parking would also be a viable option if there are nearby walking

or hiking paths.

Map of Downtown

Downtown Haysi: Idea Overview

Community center and small business space

Outdoor stage and seating area

Helps with access to downtown Haysi

Area for local community members

Incentivise new visitors to Haysi

Help new visitors learn about the area

Parking Lot

Food Trucks

Garden

Glamping

Event Space

Help Center

Parking Lot

• Parking Lots aid in accessibility to downtown

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• This specific location is adjacent

to the theatre and proposed food

truck area/event space

Food Truck Area

• Space for local and regional food trucks to serve the community

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• Adjacent to proposed outdoor stage/event space

Outdoor Event Space

• Outdoor stage and event space is important for building community

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• Fantastic opportunity for local musicians to showcase talent

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• Draw for businesses and services in downtown Haysi

Community Garden

• Community garden works to serve the community

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• Interaction with one another is a net positive to build relationships and connections

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• Excess food can feed low-income residents through ‘ground to table’ program

ATV/Help Center

• Flexible ATV use space
• Mobile mechanic hub
• ATV dealership pop-up showcase

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• Booth with literature to educate visitors on opportunities in Haysi

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• Flexible lot that can be adapted to serve various needs

Glamping Area

• Access to clean running water, showers, and bathrooms

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• Premium RV parking and camping spots for visitors
• Access to amenities
• Walking distance to downtown
• Limited number of spaces

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• Option to use as daytime parking for ATV rider trucks/trailers

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Downtown Development Process

Ensure parking lot preparation and readiness

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Clear area for other uses that require empty lots

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Construct stage, and outdoor garden. Begin glamping renovations

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Add seating to performance area and food truck spot.

Create help center.

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Open booking site for event space and glamping

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Thank you!

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Any Questions?