Gravel in Alcoa, TN

In West Tennessee you can expect common driveway gravels delivered to Alcoa in the range of about $30 to $70 per ton (roughly $40 to $90 per cubic yard). Decorative river rock or specialty colored gravels are usually higher, often $60 to $120 per ton. Final price depends on material type, distance from the quarry, delivery size, and any spreading or access fees; Hello Gravel shows exact quotes for your zip code and our minimum order is 3 tons.

For driveways in Alcoa's local clay soils, angular crushed limestone or 3/4" crushed stone (often called #57 or crusher run base) are the best choices because they interlock and compact well. For drainage features (French drains, ditch rock) use washed river rock or larger rounded stone (1" to 2") so water flows through. Avoid pea gravel for primary drive surfaces because it moves and sinks on clay; reserve it for walkways or decorative areas.

Alcoa's winter freeze-thaw and humid summers cause fines to migrate, ruts to form, and occasional heaving where water gets trapped in clay subsoil. Expect more regular regrading and topping every few years; keep drainage working and maintain a slight crown to shed water. Proper base preparation and periodic compaction will extend a gravel surface's life significantly in this climate.

Using typical gravel density (about 1.4 tons per cubic yard): 2-car (20x20 ft) needs approximately 5.2 tons at 3", 6.9 tons at 4", and 10.4 tons at 6". 3-car (30x20 ft) needs approximately 7.8 tons at 3", 10.4 tons at 4", and 15.6 tons at 6". These are estimates; order a little extra for grading losses and settlement and use Hello Gravel's calculator for a precise quote.

Alcoa and Blount County are served by local quarries and suppliers in Blount and nearby Knox County that produce limestone and other aggregates. Many of these suppliers offer dump delivery to Alcoa addresses; spreading is sometimes offered but remains at the driver's discretion and depends on access. Use Hello Gravel to check which local suppliers are available for your zip code and to see delivery and optional spreading services for your order.

Labor rates vary with crew size and equipment. Expect individual helpers or laborers to run about $35 to $60 per hour, machine operators or small crews $70 to $150 per hour, and flat-rate jobs for small driveways often range $150 to $600 depending on scope. Heavy equipment rental with operator (bobcat, skid steer) is commonly $100 to $200 per hour; get local contractor quotes for accurate pricing in Alcoa.

Gravel has the lowest upfront cost but requires ongoing maintenance; expect gravel installation costs typically lower per square foot than paved options and a lifespan of 5 to 15 years with regular upkeep. Asphalt has a moderate upfront cost and usually lasts 15 to 25 years with resealing and repairs. Concrete costs more initially but can last 30 years or more; in Alcoa's climate, good drainage and base prep are critical for both paved options to avoid frost heave and edge deterioration.

Start with excavation to a stable subgrade, add a geotextile fabric to separate clay from stone, then install a compacted base of 4 to 6 inches of larger crushed stone (base) topped by 2 to 3 inches of finish gravel. Create a crowned surface (1/4" to 1/2" per foot) to shed water, install edge restraints, and add French drains or perforated pipe where water concentrates. These steps reduce washout, ruts, and frost-related movement in Alcoa's clay and rainy conditions.

Pea gravel is not recommended for high-traffic driveways in Alcoa because its rounded stones roll and migrate on clay subsoil, causing rutting and poor traction. It works well for patios, walkways, and decorative areas where foot traffic dominates. For vehicle use choose angular crushed stone or crusher-run mixes that lock together and compact.

Fines and screenings help material compact and bind, but in Alcoa's wet conditions they can clog drainage, turn slick when wet, and reduce long-term drainage on slopes. For sloped driveways choose a coarser, angular aggregate near the surface for traction and add some fines only if you plan to compact and maintain it regularly. If erosion is a concern, consider stabilization options like geocells, edging, or a compacted base layer under the finish gravel.

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.

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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!

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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.