Gravel in Burns, TN

Expect delivered prices for common driveway gravels in Burns to vary by material and supplier. A reasonable range is about $35 to $65 per ton, which is roughly $49 to $91 per cubic yard (using 1.4 tons per cubic yard) as a ballpark; local variations, material type, and delivery distance will affect the final price.

Most residential deliveries are handled by single- or tri-axle dump trucks. Typical delivered loads range from the Hello Gravel minimum of 3 tons (roughly 2 to 2.5 cubic yards) up to 10-16 tons (about 7 to 12 cubic yards) for a full truckload, depending on truck type and site access.

Use these approximate coverages: 1 cubic yard = 27 cubic feet, so it covers about 324 sq ft at 1u0022, 162 sq ft at 2u0022, and 108 sq ft at 3u0022. Using 1.4 tons per cubic yard, 1 ton covers roughly 231 sq ft at 1u0022, 116 sq ft at 2u0022, and 77 sq ft at 3u0022. These are approximate; actual coverage depends on stone size and compaction.

Two inches of loose gravel is generally thin for a driveway in West Tennessee and is usually only suitable as a top dressing over a well-built base. For a durable driveway we recommend a compacted base of crushed stone (4-6u0022) plus a 2-3u0022 wearing layer; soils with poor drainage or clay in this region typically need more sub-base and compaction.

Estimates assume a 10 ft wide single-car driveway and a 3u0022 finish depth. A 20 ft x 10 ft driveway (200 sq ft) needs about 1.85 yd3 (round to 2 yd3) ~ 2.8 tons (Hello Gravel minimum is 3 tons), so expect roughly $105 to $195 in material cost (3 tons at $35-$65/ton) plus any delivery fee. A 20x20 ft area (400 sq ft) at 3u0022 needs about 3.7 yd3 (~5.2 tons), so material cost is roughly $180 to $340 plus delivery; final quotes depend on material type and exact delivery charge.

Lower-cost durable options include crusher run (crushed stone with fines), recycled concrete, and sometimes larger, coarser aggregates. Tradeoffs: crusher run compacts well and locks in place but can be dusty and varies in color; recycled concrete is often cheaper and environmentally friendly but can have inconsistent sizing and appearance; pea gravel is attractive but tends to move and requires edging and more maintenance.

Hello Gravel’s minimum order is 3 tons. Delivery fees in the Burns/West Tennessee area often range from free to about $0-$150 depending on distance and access; narrow drives, overhead wires, or tight turns can increase fees or prevent direct dumping. Check driveway width, overhead clearance, and local street weight restrictions ahead of scheduling to avoid access issues.

Basic prep usually includes clearing vegetation, grading, installing edging, laying a geotextile fabric if needed, and compacting a crushed stone base. For a small residential driveway expect prep costs roughly $200 to $1,000 depending on scope (simple grading on the low end, full base build with fabric and compaction on the high end); materials and local labor rates in West Tennessee affect the price.

Rules vary by neighborhood and county. Burns city code or Haywood/Fayette County regulations and local HOAs may have rules about driveway approaches, curb cuts, drainage, or visible materials; always check with the Burns city office, county permitting, and your HOA before starting work to confirm requirements.

Plan on annual maintenance that includes light grading, filling low spots, and adding 1/2u0022 to 1u0022 of top-up gravel every 1-3 years depending on use. Typical annual costs for a homeowner range from about $50 to $300 for small driveways (materials and occasional minor grading), while heavier-use drives or larger areas may cost more.