Gravel in Belle Meade, TN

Prices vary by material and supplier in West Tennessee, but expect roughly $30 to $80 per ton for common gravels. Hello Gravel requires a minimum 3-ton order and will show local pricing and any delivery fees at checkout; final cost depends on material type, distance, and whether you choose next-day delivery.

Coverage depends on gravel density and depth. As a rule of thumb, one ton equals about 0.6 to 0.8 cubic yards and will cover roughly 100 to 250 square feet at 2 inches depth; adjust quantities higher for thicker layers or heavier materials.

Buying in bulk from a local supplier and choosing a common road/base material (like crusher run or bank run) is usually cheapest. Also compare delivered prices via Hello Gravel versus pickup, and avoid decorative gravels which cost more per ton.

A typical tri-axle dump truck carries about 10 to 12 cubic yards, which equals roughly 12 to 18 tons depending on the material. At a 2-inch finished depth that can cover about 1,600 to 3,000 square feet; actual coverage varies with gravel type and desired depth.

Two inches can work as a thin surface dressing for a low-traffic path or to freshen an existing compacted base, but it is not sufficient as a driveway base. For a durable gravel driveway we recommend a compacted base layer of 4 to 6 inches (crusher run or compactable material) plus a 2 to 3 inch topcoat of finished gravel.

For a driveway, use a compactable base like crusher run (also called 3/4u0022 minus) and a finished surface of 3/4u0022 crushed stone or #57 stone for good drainage and traction. Pea gravel looks nice but moves more and is generally used only as a surface layer over a stable base.

One cubic yard is 27 cubic feet. If your wheelbarrow holds about 2 cubic feet, one yard fills roughly 13 to 14 wheelbarrows; with a 3-cubic-foot wheelbarrow expect about 9 wheelbarrows.

Cost depends on material and weight, but 8 cubic yards typically equal about 10 to 13 tons. At $30 to $80 per ton, material cost would be approximately $300 to $1,040, plus any delivery or spreading fees; Hello Gravel will show precise local pricing when you enter your zip code.

A 20x20 driveway is 400 square feet. At a 3-inch depth you need about 3.7 cubic yards (around 5 to 6 tons), which could cost roughly $150 to $500 for material depending on type, plus delivery; final cost depends on the gravel chosen and whether you need base work or compaction.

Cost per linear foot depends on driveway width and depth. For example, a 100 ft long by 12 ft wide driveway at 4 inches depth needs about 14.8 cubic yards (roughly 20 to 25 tons), which could run about $600 to $1,800 in materials — roughly $6 to $18 per linear foot — before delivery and site prep.

Crushed stone or crusher run (a mix of stone and fines) and recycled concrete are typically cheaper than decorative gravels like pea gravel. These materials compact well and make a durable, cost-effective driveway base.

Crusher run or bank-run gravel is usually the least expensive option and works well as a base layer. For the finished surface, a basic crushed stone (not decorative) is most affordable while still providing good performance.

Coverage depends on depth: at 1 inch depth one ton typically covers about 200 to 250 square feet; at 2 inches that drops to roughly 100 to 125 square feet. Local material density and settling mean you should allow a small extra amount when ordering.

A full truckload price varies with truck size and material, but typical total costs (material plus delivery) for a tri-axle load are often in the $500 to $1,200 range in West Tennessee. Hello Gravel provides local quotes that include delivery options and estimated arrival windows—enter your zip code to see current pricing.