Gravel in Estill Springs, TN

In West Tennessee, delivered gravel prices commonly fall in a broad range depending on type and quality; expect roughly $25 to $60 per ton for common materials like crushed stone or pea gravel, with decorative or river rock costing more. Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum and delivery pricing varies by supplier, distance, and material, so get a zip-code quote for an exact price. Prices change with supply, season, and regional geology, so plan for variation.

Hello Gravel’s minimum order is 3 tons and standard delivery is 2+ business days, with a next-day option for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee. Local suppliers may add distance charges for long hauls or for deliveries to tight access sites; tailgate spreading can be requested at checkout but is performed at the driver’s discretion. Always confirm delivery details and any additional fees during checkout.

A common, durable approach is a compacted crusher-run base (mixed fines) of 4-6 inches topped with 3/4" crushed stone or #57 stone for a stable wearing surface that sheds water. Because Estill Springs has clay soils that hold water, add a geotextile fabric under the base and grade the driveway with a crown and side drainage to reduce rutting. Regional suppliers may have slightly different stone names and textures, so ask for locally recommended mixes.

Use these quick estimates: for a 3-inch depth expect about 1.2 to 1.4 tons per 100 square feet; for 4 inches about 1.6 to 1.9 tons per 100 square feet; for 6 inches about 2.4 to 2.8 tons per 100 square feet. One cubic yard of gravel is roughly 1.3 to 1.4 tons, so calculate area x depth and then convert to tons, and order 5-10% extra to allow for compaction and waste. Hello Gravel’s material calculator can give a tailored estimate for your project.

Most residential gravel driveways in rural West Tennessee do not require a building permit, but rules vary by municipality and county; permits or approvals may be required for new curb cuts, work in the public right-of-way, or commercial installations. Contact the Estill Springs town office or Franklin County planning/engineering department before starting work to confirm local requirements and any setback or drainage rules. When in doubt, request guidance from local officials to avoid fines or rework.

Heavy rains and wet clay soils in West Tennessee can cause potholes, rutting, and washouts, so poor drainage will shorten a gravel driveway’s life. Hot summers do not damage gravel but can dry out fines that help bind surfaces; occasional freeze-thaw cycles are less severe here than farther north but can still move material. Regular maintenance after storms, good drainage design, and a compacted base reduce problems and extend longevity.

Gravel has the lowest upfront material and installation cost, making it the most economical initial choice, but it requires ongoing maintenance such as regrading and topping every few years. Asphalt is a mid-range option with higher initial cost than gravel but lower routine maintenance than gravel; concrete is usually the most expensive up front with the longest lifespan and lowest frequent maintenance. For precise budgeting, get local quotes because labor, site prep, and base work drive most of the total cost.

Local contractors commonly use geotextile fabric to separate clay from aggregate, a 4-6 inch compacted crusher-run (mixed fines) base, and a 1-2 inch wearing course of #57 or 3/4" crushed stone. Edging (timber, stone, or concrete curb) helps keep the surface contained, and in very soft spots contractors may use a cellular confinement system or additional crushed rock for stabilization. Ask suppliers for locally available mixes, since names and gradations vary by quarry.

With a properly built compacted base and good drainage, a gravel driveway can function well for 7 to 15 years before a major rebuild is needed, though surface material will need topping more often. Expect to regrade and redistribute gravel after heavy storms and to add new surface stone every 1 to 3 years depending on traffic; small potholes or washboarding are common and usually fixed with a day of grading. Budget for periodic material replenishment and occasional machine regrading when planning long-term costs.

Homeowners can DIY smaller projects if they have the right equipment and skills for grading, compaction, and drainage work; Hello Gravel can deliver materials for DIY installs. For larger driveways, poor soils, or sites that need erosion control or machinery, hiring a contractor usually saves time and avoids costly mistakes; local contractor labor rates vary, so get multiple estimates and ask for references. If you hire pros, confirm who is responsible for delivery, spreading, and compaction before ordering materials.

As of today, we require 2 business days for delivery.

Use our material calculator here: https://hellogravel.com/calculator/ to enter the length, width and depth measurements of your project. It will automatically calculate the cubic yards/tons needed. If you are unsure how much to order, contact our team for guidance.

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The material will be delivered via dump truck. If your order is under 20 tons, then it will likely be just one dump truck load. If your order is more than 20 tons, it will be more than one dump truck load.

Absolutely! Try our aggregate quiz here: https://hellogravel.com/aggregate-quiz/ Alternatively,you can call us, chat with us (box in the bottom right corner of the website), or email us!

We cannot get out of the truck and manually spread it. However, depending on the location, safety, and comfortability of the driver – we may be able to tailgate spread your material. This involves pulling the truck forward as material is being dumped to make it easier for you to distribute material after delivery.

The minimum order size is 3 tons.

Hassle Free! Our goal is to make the buying process for gravel and other aggregates as easy and seamless as possible. Enter your zip code on our site, select how much material you need (see below FAQ’s to determine order size), select the date and time frame you would like your material delivered at Checkout, and place your order with any major credit card. After the order is placed our in-house support team will contact you to confirm the details. We will send additional confirmations on the day before and the day of delivery. On delivery day, a dump truck will arrive to dump the materials at your specified location. We request that you have someone available to accept the delivery so that we can make sure to dump it in the correct location. That’s it!

No, because we are a national supplier, we utilize our existing network of suppliers across the country. Therefore, the materials will likely be delivered from a contracted trucking company.

We specialize in making the aggregate buying process as easy and seamless as possible by managing the process from end to end. We have a network of suppliers that we source the materials from where we have negotiated rates. However, we do charge a markup and because of this you may be able to find the materials cheaper on your own. But if you want a hassle free experience, then we are for you!

Please fill out the Quote Request form and we will work up a quote for you! https://hellogravel.com/quote-form/

Although uncommon, due to regional sourcing, the type and color of our materials may vary somewhat from the images on our website, reflecting the unique geological offerings of your area. Please communicate any specifications you desire to our team so we can consider them during the sourcing process.

Please contact our customer service team promptly if you experience any delivery or product quality issues. We will work to resolve them satisfactorily.

We are headquartered in New Orleans, LA. However, we have a network of suppliers across the country from which we provide the materials.