Gravel in Frayser, TN

Frayser deliveries generally cover zip codes around north Memphis, most commonly 38127 and nearby 38128 and 38109, but exact coverage and pricing depend on your zip code. Enter your zip code at checkout or contact our team to confirm availability and delivery pricing for your address.

Delivered gravel in the Memphis area commonly ranges from about $20 to $60 per ton, depending on type, quantity, and distance, which roughly converts to $28 to $84 per cubic yard using a standard conversion. Prices vary by material (pea gravel, crushed stone, driveway mix), delivery needs, and season, so check your zip code on our site for an exact quote.

Most small residential gravel driveway projects in Frayser do not require a city permit, but curb cuts, work in the public right-of-way, or projects that change drainage may require approval from Memphis Public Works. If you belong to an HOA, check your covenants because some associations limit material type, color, or the amount of gravel allowed in driveways.

Hello Gravel has a nationwide minimum order of 3 tons, which is typical for most local suppliers delivering to Frayser. Delivery maximums depend on truck size and site access; most tri-axle dump trucks carry roughly 10 to 16 tons, so larger jobs may be split across multiple trucks or deliveries.

For Frayser's climate and local soils, a well-graded driveway mix (crushed stone with fines) or crushed limestone base compacts well and resists rutting, while #57 crushed stone makes a stable, permeable wearing surface. Pea gravel is good for decoration and patios but is less stable for driveways unless combined with a compacted base and edging; include a geotextile or base layer where drainage is a concern.

Some residential streets in Frayser can be narrow or have low-hanging utilities, tight turn radiuses, or restricted parking that affects large-truck access. Drivers will review access before or on arrival and may refuse or require alternate drop points if safely delivering to the requested location is not possible.

Some local suppliers and contractors in the Memphis area offer spreading and basic installation, but availability varies and extra fees apply. Hello Gravel allows you to request tailgate spreading at checkout; drivers may perform it at their discretion, and professional spreading/compaction services are typically quoted separately—ask for a firm estimate before booking.

Standard delivery lead time with Hello Gravel is 2+ business days, with next-day delivery available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee, but local supplier schedules can vary. Seasonal demand (spring and fall landscaping) and heavy rains can increase lead times or limit quarry production, so plan ahead for large projects.

Use the formula: (length ft x width ft x depth in inches) / 324 to get cubic yards, then multiply by about 1.4 to convert cubic yards to tons (density varies by material). Example estimates: a 10x30 driveway at 4u0022 depth ≈ 3.7 yd3 or ~5.2 tons; a 20x20 patio at 3u0022 depth ≈ 3.7 yd3 or ~5.2 tons; a 100 ft x 10 ft driveway at 4u0022 depth ≈ 12.3 yd3 or ~17.3 tons. These are estimates—use our material calculator or contact our team for a project-specific quantity.

Hello Gravel partners with a network of local suppliers and haulers that service the Memphis/Frayser area, including regional quarry operators and independent aggregate yards. Supplier availability and online ordering options vary by zip code, so enter your zip at checkout to see specific vendors and delivery dates for your address.

Small residential gravel projects usually do not require special disposal permits, but larger grading work or projects that change drainage patterns may trigger erosion-control requirements from Memphis or Shelby County. As a best practice, install edging, proper base layers, and slope grading to prevent runoff and check with local public works if your project alters drainage or is near a waterway.

If your project involves digging, grading, or installing drainage, call 811 to have underground utilities marked before work begins; this is required before excavation and is a good safety step. Simple deliveries that do not involve digging typically do not require utility marking, but confirm with your contractor and local authorities if in doubt.