Gravel Delivery in Blount County — RCA, Crusher Run & Aggregate Options

You need aggregate for a driveway, a parking lot, drainage work, or landscaping. You need it in Blount County. And you need it delivered without waiting weeks or paying premium rates to a regional distributor.

Smoky Mountain Sand & Gravel carries a full line of crushed stone, recycled concrete aggregate (RCA), and other materials—and we deliver same-day or next-day to Maryville, Alcoa, Townsend, Friendsville, and throughout East Tennessee.

Here's what we stock, how it's priced, and what's right for your project.

Our Aggregate Product Line

Not all gravel is the same. Different projects need different sizes, compactability, and material composition. Here's what we have available and what each is designed for.

Recycled Concrete Aggregate (RCA) — All-Purpose Base Material

What it is: Concrete that's been demolished, crushed, and processed into a well-graded aggregate with 0–2 inch sizing.

Best for: Foundation sub-base, road and parking lot base, fill material, drainage layers

Why use it:

• 30–50% cheaper than virgin aggregate
• Compacts and performs identically to quarried stone
• Environmental credit (diverted from landfill)
• ASTM compliant

Pricing: $25–35/ton (depending on volume and load size)
Minimum order: 5 tons (can arrange smaller loads with surcharge)
Delivery: Included for most jobs in Blount/Knox/Loudon/Sevier counties

Example: 50-ton driveway base project

• Material: 50 tons × $28/ton = $1,400
• Delivery: Included
• Total: $1,400
• Compaction depth: 6–8 inches over 625 sq ft

Crusher Run (Recycled Asphalt & Concrete Mix)

What it is: A blend of crushed concrete and asphalt with dust (0–1.5 inches), designed to compact and bind.

Best for: Driveway base, parking lot base, stabilized road surface, utility trenches

Why use it:

• Dust content acts as a binder when compacted
• Creates a stable, non-erosive surface
• Better for areas with freeze/thaw cycles
• Cost-effective alternative to asphalt for temporary surfaces

Pricing: $28–36/ton
Minimum order: 5 tons
Delivery: Included for Blount County area

Example: 30-ton parking lot base (8-space lot)

• Material: 30 tons × $32/ton = $960
• Delivery: Included
• Total: $960
• Compaction: 4–6 inches over ~2,000 sq ft

#57 Stone (Crushed Limestone/Concrete, 1–1.5")

What it is: Uniformly sized crushed stone, roughly marble-sized pieces.

Best for: Drainage (French drains, gravel beds), landscape gravel, decorative applications, permeable driveways

Why use it:

• Excellent drainage properties
• Decorative appearance (visible gravel driveways)
• Works well under landscape fabric
• Non-compacting (stays loose)

Pricing: $30–40/ton
Minimum order: 3 tons
Delivery: Included; can be staged at curb for small projects

Example: French drain project (100 linear feet)

• Material needed: 8 tons
• Material cost: 8 tons × $35/ton = $280
• Delivery: Included
• Total: $280

#2 Stone (0.5–1", Fine Crushed Material)

What it is: Smaller crushed stone, roughly pea-gravel sized.

Best for: Drainage, landscape finishing, mulch alternative, utility work, smaller trenches

Why use it:

• Finer sizing for refined landscaping
• Excellent for tree beds and landscape perimeter
• Good drainage while maintaining appearance
• Less rolling/spreading than larger stone

Pricing: $32–42/ton
Minimum order: 2 tons
Delivery: Included for local jobs

Example: Landscape border project (200 linear feet × 2 feet wide × 3 inches deep)

• Material needed: ~3 tons
• Cost: 3 tons × $38/ton = $114
• Delivery: Included
• Total: $114

3/4 Minus (0–0.75", Fine Powder & Small Stone)

What it is: Finely crushed concrete and stone with significant dust content. 3/4 inch maximum, down to powder.

Best for: Walking paths, fine-grade fill, utility trenches, dense compaction applications, under pavers

Why use it:

• Compacts extremely densely
• Dust content binds material into stable base
• Ideal for areas you want to eliminate settling
• Lower cost per application (requires less depth)

Pricing: $20–28/ton
Minimum order: 5 tons
Delivery: Included

Example: Paver walkway base (300 sq ft, 2 inches deep)

• Material needed: 7 tons
• Cost: 7 tons × $24/ton = $168
• Delivery: Included
• Total: $168

Size Chart: What You Need for Common Projects

Sizing can be confusing. Here's a quick reference for typical Blount County projects:

Driveway (2-car, 20' × 20' = 400 sq ft)

• Material: Crusher Run or RCA
• Depth: 4–6 inches compacted
• Quantity: 6–8 tons
• Estimated cost: $170–290

Small parking lot (8–10 spaces, ~2,000 sq ft)

• Material: Crusher Run or RCA
• Depth: 4–6 inches
• Quantity: 30–40 tons
• Estimated cost: $850–1,430

Foundation excavation (1,000 sq ft building, 12" depth)

• Material: RCA or #57 Stone
• Quantity: 35–45 tons
• Estimated cost: $980–1,575

French drain (100 linear feet, 18" wide, 18" deep)

• Material: #57 Stone
• Quantity: 8–10 tons
• Estimated cost: $280–400

Gravel driveway surface (500 sq ft, 2" depth)

• Material: #57 Stone or #2 Stone
• Quantity: 5–6 tons
• Estimated cost: $170–270

Landscape edging/border (300 linear feet, 1 foot wide, 3 inches)

• Material: #2 Stone
• Quantity: 3–4 tons
• Estimated cost: $105–155

Note: These are estimates. Exact quantities depend on soil conditions, compaction requirements, and local building codes. We can provide a specific quote once you tell us dimensions. You can also use our Gravel Calculator for quick estimates.

Delivery Areas & Availability

We deliver throughout:

• Blount County: Maryville, Alcoa, Townsend, Friendsville, Louisville, Rockford
• South Knox County: 10–15 mile radius of Knoxville
• Loudon County: Loudon, Oak Ridge area
• West Sevier County: Sevierville, closer communities

Delivery timeframe: Same-day or next-day for most jobs
Minimum delivery: 5 tons (smaller loads available with surcharge)
Staging: We can drop at curb, or stage material where you direct on-site

For projects outside this area or requiring special scheduling, contact us—we may be able to accommodate.

Volume Pricing & Contractor Accounts

If you're a contractor or landscaper with regular work in Blount County, we offer volume discounts:

• Monthly 50+ tons: 5–10% discount off standard rates
• Quarterly 200+ tons: 10–15% discount
• Standing orders: Fixed pricing month-to-month

Contractor accounts include:

• Net 30 billing
• Priority scheduling
• Custom material mixes
• Flexible load sizing

Comparing SMSG to National Suppliers

You've probably seen quotes from Vulcan Materials or Aggregates USA. Here's the comparison:

Vulcan Materials (regional supplier):

• Typical RCA/crushed stone: $40–55/ton
• Delivery: $150–400+ (if available)
• Minimum order: Usually 10+ tons
• Lead time: 5–10 business days

Smoky Mountain Sand & Gravel:

• RCA/crushed stone: $25–40/ton
• Delivery: Included for most Blount County jobs
• Minimum order: 5 tons (smaller with surcharge)
• Lead time: Same-day or next-day

Typical 50-ton job savings: $400–900

Applications & Common Uses

Here's where these materials go once delivered to your project:

Driveway Base

• Crusher Run or RCA, 4–6 inches compacted
• Creates stable foundation for asphalt or concrete overlay
• Typical cost: $170–290 for residential driveway

Parking Lot

• Crusher Run (if compacted asphalt-like finish is desired) or RCA (if concrete overlay planned)
• 4–6 inches, well-compacted
• Typical cost: $850–1,400+ depending on size

Foundation/Building Site Prep

• RCA for fill, sub-base
• #57 Stone if drainage required
• Typical cost: $1,000–1,500 for small commercial site

Drainage & Gravel Beds

• #57 Stone for French drains, landscape drainage
• #2 Stone for refined landscape beds
• Typical cost: $280–500 per project

Walking Paths & Permeable Surfaces

• Crusher Run (if stability required) or #57/#2 Stone (if permeable)
• 2–4 inches depending on use
• Typical cost: $150–400 per project

Landscaping & Decorative Uses

• #2 Stone or #57 Stone for visible gravel
• Also used under landscape fabric to prevent weed growth
• Typical cost: $100–300 per landscape bed

How to Order

1. Tell us about your project: Dimensions, what you're building, timeline
2. We calculate your needs: Based on standard compaction/sizing
3. Quote and schedule: We confirm pricing and delivery date
4. Delivery and staging: Material arrives, we position it where you need it
5. Invoice and go: You're ready to start work

For most jobs, a phone call and quick conversation is all we need to quote and schedule.

Questions We Get

"Can I pick up instead of delivery?"
Yes. If you have haul capacity, we can load you at our facility. Discounts may apply depending on timing.

"What's the difference between #57 and #2 Stone again?"
#57 is bigger (1–1.5 inches), better for drainage and decorative driveways. #2 is smaller (0.5–1 inch), better for landscaping and fine-grade work.

"Can I use RCA for a visible driveway?"
Yes, but it won't look like a polished gravel driveway. RCA is more utilitarian (crushed edges, varied sizes). For visible/decorative, #57 or #2 Stone is better.

"Do I need a compactor?"
For RCA or Crusher Run (if you want solid base), yes—hand tamping works for small areas, but power compaction is better. #57 and #2 Stone don't require compaction (they stay loose for drainage).

"How much material am I actually getting in a ton?"
About 1 cubic yard per ton (varies slightly by material density). So 5 tons ≈ 5 cubic yards.

Ready to Order?

Whether you need base material for a driveway, crushed stone for landscaping, or recycled concrete for a commercial project, contact Smoky Mountain Sand & Gravel. We stock it, we price it competitively, and we deliver same-day or next-day throughout Blount County and East Tennessee.

Call us at (865) 999-0857 or visit smokymountainsg.com to place your order.