There is a central greenway core that surrounds Tom's Creek which is largely public, undeveloped, and includes large pastures and natural vegetation. This central greenway is a recreational, scenic and natural resource, protecting water quality in Tom's Creek and underground aquifers, and providing large areas of natural open space and wildlife habitat. Greenway connections to the rest of the basin and the George Washington - Jefferson National Forest are provided by pedestrian and bicycle linkages as part of the larger Town greenway network. The area's natural beauty is enhanced through the preservation of large amounts of open space within individual developments and maintenance of scenic views and unique features. The basin contains a variety of housing styles, including farmsteads, which are served by public utilities and improved two lane roads with a limited number of intersections.
Many recreational opportunities exist including ball fields and trails for public use.
There is a small amount of commercial development within the Basin. A commercial node exists on Price's Fork Road directly adjacent to the Hethwood shopping center. Other small scale neighborhood commercial uses are located in the sector. These businesses cater to the needs of the local residents and do not attract significant additional traffic to the area. The site design and scale of commercial structures are in harmony with the rural character of the Tom's Creek Basin.