The goal of the project is to increase public recreational access and convention
space in Rhea County. The project will provide additional lodging for the increasingly
popular bass-fishing tournaments being held in nearby Dayton, and moreover
provide meeting facilities for businesses and other convention groups in the region.
Conducting detailed preliminary site analysis and incorporating sustainable design
techniques will preserve the integrity the Watts Bar Lake and the surrounding
ecosystem. Students will focus on developing a conceptual master plan for Watts
Bar Resort, and explore prototypes for energy-efficient resort housing and facility
modules that can be pre-fabricated off-site and installed with minimal impact on
site air/water quality, vegetation, and ecology. Students will envision, design and
illustrate proposals for proposed buildings and prominent spaces. Emphasis is
placed on design and illustration of the total project cycle from material sourcing, prefabrication, site preparation, installation and daily operation of the installed facility
Read the final student report delivered to the local gov/community partner.
Smart Communities Initiative Contact Info
University Faculty Contact
Tracy Moir-McClean
Architecture
Local Government / Community Contact
Chuck Hammonds
Assistant Executive Director