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






Many buyers order a single size of driveway gravel for their Knoxville project. That approach can lead to washout or a soft surface. The better method is to use a deeper base layer and a compacted top layer.
Knoxville gets about 56 inches of precipitation a year, so proper drainage starts with the right gravel selection. The correction is to match the gravel size to the traffic and ground conditions. A well-built driveway uses a coarse base, a mid-size binding layer, and a surface that locks together.
Driveway gravel is not one product. It comes in sizes from fine 3/8-inch stone to rough 2-to-3-inch material. The choice depends on whether you are building a new base or topping an existing surface.
| Product | Purpose | Note |
| Driveway Gravel | General driveway top layer | Versatile all-purpose gravel for most driveways. |
| 3/8" Driveway Gravel | Smooth top dressing, comfortable underfoot | Ideal for walking surfaces and final layers. |
| 3/4" Driveway Gravel | The standard driveway size, locks together well | Good for a compacted top layer that resists shifting. |
| 1"-1 1/2" Driveway Gravel | Heavier traffic and soft ground | Suitable for high-traffic residential driveways. |
| 1 1/2" Driveway Gravel | Deep base layer under a finer top | Forms a stable foundation for the surface gravel. |
| 2"-3" Driveway Gravel | Rural lanes, mud control, first lift | Used as a base to stabilize soft ground. |
Your project type guides the choice of gravel size. A new base needs coarse stone, while a resurface needs finer material. This table matches typical jobs to the right product.
| Project | What to order | Depth or note |
| Culvert and shoulder repair | 3/4" Driveway Gravel | Compacted base for stable repair. |
| Muddy rural lane | 2"-3" Driveway Gravel | First lift to control mud, compacted. |
| New driveway base | 1 1/2" Driveway Gravel | Deep base layer, compacted thoroughly. |
| Parking pad | 1"-1 1/2" Driveway Gravel | Heavy traffic area, compacted. |
| Resurfacing an existing driveway | 3/8" Driveway Gravel | Smooth top dressing, compacted for a firm surface. |
Knoxville's climate shapes driveway gravel choices. The area receives about 56 inches of precipitation each year, so drainage and washout planning matter. About 90 days a year bring at least a tenth of an inch of rain, which means scheduling delivery onto firm ground is important.
With about 75 days a year below freezing, the ground can shift. That freeze-thaw action can unsettle a gravel base. Winters here are cold enough to move an unsettled base, so compaction is worth the extra pass. Snowfall averages about 4 inches annually, and plowing a loose surface can cause ruts.
Ground freezing in Knoxville is real but moderate, which affects how deep the base layer needs to be. Also, Knox County permitted about 2,544 single-family homes in 2024, so many new driveways are being built in the area.
To calculate the amount of driveway gravel you need, measure the length and width of your driveway and decide on the depth for each layer. Our driveway gravel calculator converts those dimensions into tons. It accounts for multiple layers, so you can plan a base and a top separately.
Ordering is straightforward. Choose your products and quantity on the product page, then enter your address for a delivered price. You select a delivery date at least 3 business days out. You can pick a morning or afternoon window. Delivery is by dump truck, with loads from 1 to over 40 tons. On qualifying orders, delivery is free. Use code FIRSTTIMER50 at checkout to get $50 off your first order.
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Delivery cost varies by your ZIP code and order size. You get a delivered price at checkout. To ensure we can reach your site, the access must be at least 12 feet wide. This is confirmed when you place the order.
Use our driveway gravel calculator for an estimate. Input your driveway dimensions and depth. With many new driveways being built in Knox County, the calculator helps you order the right amount.
Yes, use code FIRSTTIMER50 at checkout to get $50 off your first order. This offer applies to new customers.
Yes, you or a nominated person must be present during the delivery window. You choose a morning or afternoon window at checkout. If no one is there, a redelivery fee may apply.
Gravel Monkey delivers driveway gravel directly to your property in Knoxville. Order online, choose your delivery window, and we bring the material to you. Learn more about our Knoxville delivery area.
We also deliver driveway gravel to nearby communities.
See the delivered price for your address and order driveway gravel by the ton online. Loads run from 1 to over 40 tons, with free delivery on qualifying orders.
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