Gravel in Knox County, TN

Expect roughly $25 to $60 per ton delivered for common crushed gravel in Knox County, depending on the material type, supplier distance, and load size. Specialty materials, small orders, or tight-access deliveries can cost more; check your zip code on Hello Gravel for an exact quote.

For Knox County conditions, a compactable crushed stone base such as 3/4u0022 crushed stone or '57 stone' with a top layer of crusher-run or dense-graded mix provides good support and drainage. Pea gravel can be attractive but moves easily, so reserve it for low-traffic, flat areas or use it over a stabilized base.

A quick rule uses 1.4 tons per cubic yard. Examples at a 4u0022 depth: a short single-car driveway (12' x 40') needs about 8 to 9 tons, a typical single-car driveway (12' x 100') needs about 20 to 21 tons, and a two-car width driveway (16' x 100') needs about 28 to 30 tons. If you want a thicker base (6u0022 or more) for heavier use or poor soils, plan on roughly 1.5 to 2 times these quantities.

Hello Gravel connects you with local, vetted suppliers in Knox County and displays live bulk pricing once you enter your zip code. Bulk prices vary by material, supplier inventory, and delivery distance; remember our minimum order is 3 tons and delivery fees depend on location and access.

Installation costs vary with site prep, access, and scope, but expect contractor labor and equipment to commonly run about $1.50 to $4.00 per square foot for grading, base work, spreading, and compaction. For clarity, get itemized bids showing excavation, geotextile, stone, and compaction so you can compare material costs (from Hello Gravel) separately from installation.

Knox County's rolling terrain and seasonal heavy rains can cause washouts and rutting if drainage and compaction are inadequate. Control erosion with a well-compacted base, side ditches or swales, culverts where needed, geotextile fabric under the stone, and larger, angular stone on slopes to resist movement.

In Knoxville-area weather you should regrade low spots and redistribute loose material after heavy storms, add 1/2u0022 to 1u0022 of fresh gravel on high-use areas annually, and keep drainage channels clear to prevent standing water. Regular light maintenance prevents deep potholes and reduces the need for major repairs.

Hello Gravel delivers by dump truck (typically tri-axle) with a 3-ton minimum and standard 2+ business day lead time; next-day delivery may be available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee. Drivers may provide tailgate spreading at their discretion—request it at checkout, but note spreading is not guaranteed.

Gravel reflects local geology, so color and texture will vary across Knox County and between suppliers. You can add color or texture preferences in your Order Notes and our team will pass them to suppliers, but exact matches to photos cannot be guaranteed.