Gravel in Portland, TN

In Portland and West Tennessee, common gravel prices vary by type. Expect crushed limestone or crusher run to run about $30 to $60 per ton (roughly $40 to $85 per cubic yard), pea gravel or decorative river rock about $45 to $90 per ton (about $60 to $125 per cubic yard). Prices fluctuate with supplier, delivery distance, and seasonal demand, so get an exact quote for your zip code.

Local options include landscape supply yards, regional quarries, and aggregate distributors serving Portland and nearby towns (Nashville, Gallatin, Springfield). Many supply yards and quarries in the West Tennessee region offer delivery by dump truck; availability and fees vary by supplier and distance. Use Hello Gravel to check suppliers and delivery availability for your zip code and preferred delivery date.

Hello Gravel has a minimum order of 3 tons. In Portland, many suppliers offer free delivery for orders above the minimum within city limits, while delivery fees for smaller or longer-distance hauls commonly range from $25 to $125. Next-day delivery may be available for an extra fee if ordered before noon CST.

For driveways in Portland, crushed stone or crusher run (mixed stone and fines) is common because it compacts well and resists rutting. For patios and walkways, pea gravel and washed river rock provide a more finished look but may shift, while 3/4" crushed stone is a good stable option for walkways. Consider local rainfall and clay subsoils: use compactable base materials and edging to control movement and erosion.

Using typical conversions (1 cubic yard ≈ 1.4 tons), approximate needs are: Single-car driveway (10' x 25'): 2.2 tons at 2" depth, 3.3 tons at 3", 4.4 tons at 4". Two-car driveway (20' x 25'): 4.4 tons at 2", 6.5 tons at 3", 8.6 tons at 4". A 24' x 40' pad: about 8.3 tons at 2", 12.5 tons at 3", 16.6 tons at 4". A 10' x 10' patio: about 0.9 tons at 2", 1.3 tons at 3", 1.7 tons at 4". Remember Hello Gravel's 3-ton minimum for orders.

Expect to grade and relevel a gravel driveway once or twice a year after heavy rains, and add a top dressing of material every 3 to 5 years. Annual DIY maintenance costs are often modest ($20 to $150 for weed control and spot topping); hiring a contractor for grading and spot additions typically runs $100 to $500 per visit depending on driveway length. Portland's humid climate and heavy summer storms can increase how often you need to top up or regrade.

Prepare the subgrade by removing organic topsoil, addressing soft spots, and creating a slight crown or 1-2% slope for runoff. Install geotextile fabric over poor or clay soils, compact a base layer of crushed stone, and use edge restraints to keep gravel contained. Where water concentrates, add swales, crushed stone drains, or perforated pipe to divert runoff and reduce erosion.

Portland sees occasional freezes, but severe frost heave is less common than in colder regions. Freeze-thaw can worsen rutting where the subgrade is wet or poorly compacted, so good drainage and a compacted base are key. Proper construction reduces freeze-related movement and extends the life of the gravel surface.

Gravel is the least expensive up-front: roughly $1 to $3 per sq ft installed, but it requires regular maintenance and topping and may need more frequent rework. Asphalt typically costs about $3 to $7 per sq ft installed and lasts 15 to 30 years with resurfacing; concrete costs about $6 to $12 per sq ft and can last 30+ years with lower routine maintenance. Over the lifecycle, gravel can be cheaper initially but may cost more over decades when factoring in maintenance and regrading.

Permit and HOA rules vary by location in and around Portland. Many residential gravel driveways do not require a city building permit, but check with Portland city hall or your county planning office and your HOA for specific restrictions on material, drainage, or placement. Contact local authorities before starting the work to avoid fines or required changes.

Yes—many local landscaping and site contractors in Portland offer gravel driveway services including grading, geotextile installation, and compaction. Labor rates vary: expect small jobs to start around $500 to $1,500 installed, while larger driveway installs can be several thousand dollars; hourly labor rates for crews often range $30 to $80 per hour per worker. Get multiple quotes and ask for references and examples of local Portland installations.

Confirm the exact material type and size, expected tonnage, and whether the supplier uses tri-axle dump trucks that can access your site. Ask about delivery timing (standard 2+ business days vs next-day fee), placement options, tailgate spreading availability at the driver's discretion, and any access restrictions at your address. Also note where you want the pile placed and add special instructions in your order notes.

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.

Please type in your zip code on any product screen and it will let you know if we service your area. The chances are that we do!

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.