Gravel & Rock ordered online by the ton. A dump truck delivers to your Kingsport address and unloads right where you point.







The cost of a gravel or rock delivery to Kingsport comes down to the type you pick, the tonnage, and the distance from our nearest supplier. Kingsport gets about 48 inches of precipitation a year, so drainage and washout planning should shape your choice early.
Ordering by the ton keeps the pricing straightforward. You compare products online, pick a delivery window at checkout, and a dump truck brings the material to your address.
Not every gravel suits every task. A smooth rounded stone will not compact well under a driveway. A sharp angular product can feel rough underfoot on a patio. Below is what each option does and where it falls short.
| Product | Best used for | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 3/8" Natural Pea Gravel | play areas, patios | Rounded and smooth, does not lock together under load. |
| River Rock | beds, borders, dry creek beds | Washes out easily on a slope without edging. |
| 2-4" River Rock | larger decorative cover and erosion control | Too large for a walkway surface or compacted base. |
| Drain Rock | French drains and dry wells | Not stable for a driving lane unless deeply bedded. |
| Decomposed Granite | paths and patios that compact firm | Wears down and needs occasional top-dressing on a slope. |
| Crusher Run | compacting base under everything | Rough and dusty as a finished surface without a top layer. |
| Road Base | lanes and pads that carry trucks | Overbuilt for a light-use pathway or simple decorative bed. |
The table below pairs five common Kingsport jobs with rock or gravel that fits the task and a note on installation.
| Project | What to order | Depth or note |
|---|---|---|
| Erosion control on a slope | 2-4" River Rock | Helps slow runoff; needs a base layer to stay put. |
| Path that stays firm | Decomposed Granite | Compact in lifts with a plate compactor. |
| French drain | Drain Rock | Wash and wrap in fabric to prevent silt clogging. |
| Landscape beds | River Rock | Use 2 to 3 inches deep; keep off lawn edges. |
| Dry creek bed | 2-4" River Rock | Lay with larger stones on top for a natural look. |
Kingsport sees about 90 days a year with at least a tenth of an inch of rain. That many wet days means scheduling the delivery onto firm ground, not after a storm. About 94 days a year drop below 32 degrees Fahrenheit, which shrinks the work window and can cause ground heave that shifts loose material. Freeze and thaw cycles work on loose material all winter, which is the argument for the deeper first lift.
Snowfall averages about 6 inches a year. Plowing a driveway covered with loose stone can push the top layer aside, so a compacted base or a coarser top coat handles the blade better. Ground freezing here is real but moderate, which affects how deep the base layer needs to be to resist frost lift. A crushed angular product like crusher run or road base locks together and moves less than a rounded stone when the ground freezes and thaws.
Tonnage depends on the area, the depth you choose, and the density of the material. Our material calculators can estimate the weight for you in a minute. Enter the length and width, pick the product, and the tool gives a tonnage figure to order.
You place the order online by the ton. Delivery is priced by ZIP code at checkout, and the load arrives in a dump truck. Loads range from 1 ton up to 40-plus tons. Free delivery applies on qualifying orders. Use code FIRSTTIMER50 for $50 off your first order.
The delivery date must be at least 3 business days after the order. You choose a morning window (7 am to 12 pm) or an afternoon window (12 pm to 5 pm). A valid phone number is required. You get an email confirmation, then a second email closer to the date with the scheduled window and a photo of the material being loaded. The delivery goes ahead only after you approve that second email. Someone must be present during the window. The site needs a road width of at least 12 feet for the truck. If access is limited, the crew unloads as close to the requested spot as safely possible.
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Yes. Kingsport has about 94 freezing days a year. That many freeze-thaw cycles can heave the ground and shift loose rounded stones. A crushed angular product like crusher run or road base locks together and resists movement better during the freeze season.
Yes. Kingsport gets about 48 inches of precipitation a year, and about 90 days bring measurable rain. Drainage rock or 2 to 4 inch river rock moves water quickly, while decomposed granite holds moisture and can soften if not crowned. Choosing a free-draining material prevents washout on slopes and keeps surfaces stable.
Gravel and rock are measured by weight and sold by the ton. You order a target weight online, and the supplier loads that tonnage onto the dump truck. The exact volume per ton varies with the stone's density and size, so use the calculator to convert your project dimensions into tons.
The truck needs a road or driveway at least 12 feet wide. Ensure the route is clear of low-hanging branches and that the ground can support a heavy loaded truck. If access is restricted, the crew unloads as close to the requested spot as safely possible. Having someone present to guide the driver helps.
The right tonnage depends on your project size and depth. Start with the calculator on the Kingsport location page to get a ballpark figure, then place your order online. The truck comes to your address in Sullivan County.
Gravel Monkey also delivers to nearby communities.
See the delivered price for your address and order gravel & rock by the ton online. Loads run from 1 to over 40 tons, with free delivery on qualifying orders.
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