Stone in Nashville, MI

Delivered price for stone in West Michigan typically runs about $50 to $120 per cubic yard, depending on type (crushed limestone, #57, crusher-run), local supplier rates, and delivery distance. A cubic yard of crushed stone usually weighs about 1.3 to 1.7 tons, so some suppliers quote by the ton instead of the yard; ask for both to compare apples to apples.

A common tri-axle dump truck carries roughly 10 to 12 tons (about 7 to 9 cubic yards) and delivered loads in the Nashville area often cost between $350 and $900 depending on stone type, distance, and access. Hello Gravel requires a minimum order of 3 tons, and smaller or specialty loads, restricted access, or next-day delivery can increase the price.

For Nashville and West Michigan weather, a compactable crushed stone mix (often called crusher-run or a compactable 3/4u0022 stone with fines) works well for a driveway base; a top layer of 3/4u0022 washed stone or #57 gives a stable driving surface. Local suppliers in our network commonly carry these products, but color and exact gradation vary by quarry, so check product names and request photos or notes at checkout.

Two inches is not sufficient for a driveway—plan on 4 to 6 inches of compacted stone for a typical residential driveway, with 6 to 8 inches recommended if you expect heavy vehicles. Also prepare and compact the subgrade first and use a layered approach (larger base stone, then a wearing course) to handle West Michigan freeze-thaw cycles and drainage.

For a 20-foot-long single-car driveway (about 10 ft wide) at 4 inches depth you need roughly 2.5 cubic yards (about 3.5 to 4 tons) of stone. Material plus delivery typically ranges from about $150 to $600, and basic spreading/compaction by a contractor can add $150 to $600, so a realistic all-in range is about $300 to $1,200 depending on material choice, access, and local labor rates.

Yes, some West Michigan suppliers offer stabilized or polymer-treated aggregates and resin-bound mixes that lock stones together for a firmer surface, but availability varies by supplier and region. These products are more expensive than loose stone—material alone often runs roughly $60 to $150 per cubic yard, with installed systems commonly costing $80 to $200+ per cubic yard because of extra prep and specialized labor.

Terminology varies regionally, but generally 'A' gravel is smaller, has more fines, and compacts well as a base layer, while 'B' gravel contains larger particles that drain better and form a stable structural layer. For a driveway in Nashville, use a layered approach: 'B' or larger stone for the base and an 'A' or finer compactable mix as the wearing/top layer for best compaction and rideability.

Hello Gravel connects you with suppliers and local haulers who deliver by dump truck; our minimum order is 3 tons and standard delivery is 2+ business days with a next-day option for orders placed before noon CST for a fee. Drivers may be able to perform tailgate spreading at their discretion—request it at checkout—but spreading and compaction services are not guaranteed and may carry extra charges or require a separate contractor.

A cubic yard of crushed stone typically equals about 1.3 to 1.7 tons depending on material and moisture, so pricing by the ton can yield different totals than pricing by the yard. Which is more cost-effective depends on the supplier's quote and the stone density; always ask for both measures or the supplier's conversion factor so you can accurately compare unit prices.

Yes—spring and summer are peak seasons so prices and lead times can increase, and winter or early spring can limit deliveries due to road restrictions or frozen ground at some quarries. We recommend ordering early for large projects, checking local availability for your Nashville zip code, and allowing extra lead time during spring thaw and busy landscaping months.