Number 57 crushed stone, angular limestone graded to about three quarters of an inch. The standard driveway, base and drainage gravel, it locks together under traffic and drains fast.
My experience with Mulch Mound was great and super easy. I ordered two yards of screened topsoil and was able to get it delivered within 2 days. They came in my requested time frame (afternoon) and dropped it off where I asked on my driveway. The topsoil was exactly what was a...
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Figure area and depth based on use. Chattanooga decorative beds run shallow. Paths, patios, and driveways run 4 to 6 inches deep.
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A yard is approximately 27 cubic feet. As a general guideline, one yard of material can cover an area of about 100-160 square feet at a 2-3 inch depth.
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Number 57 crushed stone, angular limestone graded to about three quarters of an inch. The standard driveway, base and drainage gravel, it locks together under traffic and drains fast.
My experience with Mulch Mound was great and super easy. I ordered two yards of screened topsoil and was able to get it delivered within 2 days. They came in my requested time frame (afternoon) and dropped it off where I asked on my driveway. The topsoil was exactly what was a...
How Much Material Do I Need?
Figure area and depth based on use. Chattanooga decorative beds run shallow. Paths, patios, and driveways run 4 to 6 inches deep.
Use our free gravel calculator
What is a yard?
A yard is approximately 27 cubic feet. As a general guideline, one yard of material can cover an area of about 100-160 square feet at a 2-3 inch depth.
My experience with Mulch Mound was great and super easy. I ordered two yards of screened topsoil and was able to get it delivered within 2 days. Th...
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My experience with Mulch Mound was great and super easy. I ordered two yards of screened topsoil and was able to get it delivered within 2 days. They came in my requested time frame (afternoon) and dropped it off where I asked on my driveway. The topsoil was exactly what was advertised, clean with no rocks or other debris. The price was reasonable. I plan to use them again in a couple weeks to order compost for my garden beds.
Mulch Mound delivers bulk stone by the cubic yard to residential and commercial properties across the region, so you never have to haul heavy material yourself. If you have been searching for bulk gravel by the yard in Chattanooga, we make ordering simple with direct driveway delivery. Our two most popular stone options suit the clay-rich soils and relaxed outdoor living styles common to this part of Tennessee.
Pea Gravel
Pea gravel is a top choice for homeowners throughout this region, offering smooth, rounded stones in natural earth tones that complement Tennessee yards of every size. It handles garden pathways, patio borders, and drainage beds equally well, and it helps manage the excess moisture that clay-heavy soil holds after the area's frequent warm-season rains.
1-2" River Stone
These smooth, rounded river rocks bring a clean, natural look to outdoor spaces and hold up through the long, humid summers common across this corner of Tennessee. They are a strong fit for dry creek beds, feature planting areas, and low-traffic ground cover where a larger, polished stone makes more visual impact than fine gravel.
Complete Your Outdoor Stone Project
Paths and borders in Chattanooga need stone. Beds need mulch and good soil for clay conditions. Combine materials for a finished look in one delivery.
Do not use road salt or ice melt chemicals on stone surfaces during Chattanooga winters. Salt damages many stone types, kills adjacent plants, and corrodes metal edging over time.
Mulch Mound Pro Tip
Permeable stone surfaces reduce stormwater runoff compared to solid concrete or asphalt and may qualify for environmental incentives, tax credits, or rebates in some Chattanooga area jurisdictions.
Mulch Mound Pro Tip
Spread decorative stone with a landscape rake rather than a shovel for even coverage. Raking distributes material evenly without creating the piles and bare spots that shoveling tends to cause.
The Unique Landscape of Chattanooga
For paths, borders, and drainage, stone is hard to beat. Chattanooga humidity and storms can fuel weeds and washout without good coverage. In Chattanooga, Tennessee, stone gives you clean lines and a finish that won’t break down or wash away like organics. Stone stabilizes high-traffic spots, improves drainage, and keeps mud away. Good base + grade + edging prevents ruts and keeps the finish clean. Choose stone by function: drainage rock, walkway gravel, or decorative river rock. Delivery lets you finish the project in one go—no hauling, no repeat trips.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Can I put stone directly on grass?
Bad idea. Grass dies but doesn't vanish—it becomes bumpy debris under the stone. Remove or kill grass, prep properly, then install.
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What depth should stone be?
Decorative areas need 2 inches, paths 3–4, driveways 4–6. Given Chattanooga's 55-inch annual rainfall, err toward deeper.
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What stone works around plants?
Avoid limestone near acid-loving plants—it raises pH over time. Granite and river rock are pH-neutral and safe for most plantings.
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Will stone affect my soil pH?
Limestone and marble chips raise pH over time. Granite and river rock are neutral. Choose based on nearby plants' needs.
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What stone is best for drainage?
Go with crushed stone, 1–2 inch size. Angular pieces interlock for stability while spaces between allow drainage.
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How do I keep weeds out of stone?
Start with solid fabric installation. When weeds appear, address them before they seed. Regular checks keep things manageable.
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How do I prepare the area for stone?
Strip grass, grade the base away from buildings, compact, lay fabric, spread stone. With Chattanooga's clay, base prep matters a lot.
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Is crush and run the same as crusher run?
Crush and run is a Southern term for crusher run, a mix of crushed stone and stone dust that compacts tight for driveways and bases. For Chattanooga paths, borders, and drainage where clay soil and heavy storms cause washout, our Crushed Stone #57 drains freely and holds its line without the fines locking together the same way.
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Is there a stone yard near Chattanooga?
Ask a stone yard for a few yards of crushed stone and they'll point you to a pile, but here you can skip the trip, since we deliver crushed stone to Chattanooga and set it right where you need it. It locks together firmly, so it holds up against heavy storms and keeps mud and washout from forming on paths and borders. There's no need to visit a quarry.
