Gravel in James Town, TN

Typical retail prices in West Tennessee vary by material. Expect crushed stone or crushed limestone around $25-$45 per ton (about $30-$50 per cubic yard), pea gravel around $35-$60 per ton ($40-$65 per cubic yard), and specialty decorative stone higher. Prices fluctuate by supplier, delivery distance, and order size, so use Hello Gravel to get an exact local quote for James Town.

For driveways in James Town's clay-rich, humid subtropical conditions, angular crushed limestone or 3/4" crushed stone is usually best because it compacts and locks in place, improving load-bearing and drainage. Use a compacted base layer of larger crushed stone (2"-3") with a compacted top layer of 3/4" stone; avoid loose pea gravel on driveways because it moves and rutts easily. For walkways, pea gravel or smaller crushed stone can work if you add a compacted base and edging to keep material contained.

Calculate volume first: multiply length x width x depth. A 50x12 ft driveway at 3 inches deep uses about 5.6 cubic yards (about 8.3 tons using 1.5 tons per cubic yard); at 4 inches deep it uses about 7.4 cubic yards (about 11.1 tons). Densities vary by material, so round up and add 5-10% for compaction and waste when ordering for James Town projects.

Hello Gravel partners with local West Tennessee suppliers and haulers that deliver to the James Town area, and minimum orders typically start at 3 tons. Delivery fees vary by supplier, route, and access but Hello Gravel shows upfront delivery cost in checkout; some areas offer free delivery for certain quantities. Contact our team or check zip code availability to see exact local supplier options and fees for your delivery date.

Pea gravel is comfortable for patios and drains well but shifts underfoot and needs edging and a compacted base. Crushed limestone compacts firmly, making it better for patios with heavy furniture or driveways; it can produce some fine dust that binds the surface. River rock is excellent for erosion control and decorative dry stream beds on slopes because larger rounded stones resist movement, but it does not compact for walking surfaces.

Contractor rates depend on site prep, access, required base depth, and hauling distance, but in West Tennessee a typical installed compacted gravel driveway can run roughly $4-$8 per square foot. For a 50x12 ft driveway (600 sq ft) that equates to approximately $2,400-$4,800, including compaction and base work; complex grading or difficult access increases costs. Get local bids through Hello Gravel or ask contractors for line-item pricing before hiring.

Expect routine maintenance every 1-3 years for regrading and filling potholes, with more frequent attention after heavy rains or freeze-thaw events common in our humid climate. Replenishing surface material typically occurs every 3-7 years depending on traffic; a standard refill for a 50x12 ft driveway at 1" of top-up is about 1.85 cubic yards (roughly 3 tons). Regular grading, adding a bit of new stone, and keeping vegetation cleared will extend the driveway's useful life.

Regulations vary: some municipalities and many HOAs in West Tennessee restrict loose gravel driveways or require paved surfaces. Before ordering, check with James Town city or county planning offices and review any HOA covenants to confirm allowed materials and setbacks. If rules are unclear, Hello Gravel recommends contacting local authorities or your HOA to avoid costly changes after delivery.

For slope drainage and erosion control in James Town, use larger angular stone such as #57 crushed stone or 1"-2" crushed rock in swales and behind retaining walls to allow water to pass while resisting movement. Combine stone with geotextile fabric, proper grading, and vegetation to stabilize slopes; for severe erosion, use riprap or larger river rock. Always size materials to the slope and flow volume and consult a local installer for steep sites.

Gravel has the lowest initial cost but higher ongoing maintenance costs (periodic grading and replenishing), making it economical up front for rural James Town properties. Asphalt has moderate initial cost and requires periodic sealcoating and repairs over 15-25 years, while concrete has the highest upfront cost but longer service life with lower routine maintenance. Consider traffic, desired lifespan, and budget: gravel is cheapest to install, concrete is most durable long term, and asphalt sits in the middle.

Hello Gravel typically delivers by tri-axle dump truck with a minimum order of about 3 tons and standard delivery available in 2+ business days; next-day delivery may be available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee. Tailgate spreading is sometimes offered at the driver's discretion if requested at checkout, but it is not guaranteed; many customers arrange for a local contractor to do precise spreading and compaction. Make sure to note delivery access, overhead obstacles, and preferred drop location in your order notes to help the driver.

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.