Known for its natural look, this compact, durable material drains well and holds up in high-traffic areas. Made from crushed and weathered granite down to a mix of fine gravel and sand—best for patios, paths, driveways, and landscape projects. Can range in color from light brown and tan to reddish and gray, depending on the natural stone color in the region.
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Decomposed Granite
Known for its natural look, this compact, durable material drains well and holds up in high-traffic areas. Made from crushed and weathered granite down to a mix of fine gravel and sand—best for patios, paths, driveways, and landscape projects. Can range in color from light brown and tan to reddish and gray, depending on the natural stone color in the region.
Walkway Gravel
A smaller ⅜” crushed stone that is great for paths, patios, and garden walkways. Comfortable under foot thanks to its smaller size, and creates a beautiful garden-like atmosphere.
Road Base
(Class 5 | ABC | Crusher Run) A mixture of crushed limestone or granite, gravel, and sand, ranging from 1 ½” in size down to fines (small particles). Commonly used for constructing roads, driveway bases, parking lots, and other paved and unpaved surfaces. Intended to be compacted, hence the inclusion of fines within the material to provide support and be resistant to erosion and shifting.
Driveway Gravel
A ¾”-1” clean, crushed stone ideal for rejuvenating worn down gravel driveways, or for installing a fresh new driveway on your property. Aesthetically pleasing and functional!
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Why Melissa Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Melissa has a city population of 22,760 and sits inside a rapidly growing regional market with a metro area population of 7.6+ million. With a growth rate of 3.50% annually, new housing and landscaping projects are common as yards, driveways, and neighborhood infrastructure expand. The local climate — 233 sunny days per year, an annual rainfall of 40.00 inches, and a hardiness zone of 8a — creates a need for materials that manage both sun exposure and episodic storms. Homeowners in Melissa choose quality aggregates to control drainage, prevent erosion, create low-maintenance driveways, and finish outdoor living spaces. Gravel is a go-to because it’s durable, breathable under foot, and visually versatile, making it ideal whether you’re stabilizing a slope, surfacing a pathway, or topping a patio. Gravel performs well in Melissa’s climate by shedding water quickly during heavy rains and resisting washout in many soils common to the region. Angular crushed gravel provides good compaction and load-bearing for driveways, while rounded decorative gravel is suited for garden accents and mulching alternatives in full-sun yards. Hello Gravel connects you with local suppliers and trusted haulers so you get regionally sourced gravel that matches Melissa’s geology. We handle ordering, transparent pricing, and scheduled delivery (standard 2+ business days, next-day option available before noon CST), so you can focus on installation, not logistics.Popular Projects in Melissa This Season
- Gravel Driveway Resurfacing20 tons
- Permeable Gravel Driveway35 tons
- Gravel Patio Base8 tons
- Gravel Walkway6 tons
- Gravel French Drain12 tons
Melissa Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West Texas
- 🏘️ Population: 22,760
- 🏡 Metro Area: 7.6+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 40.00 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 233/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8a
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 3.50% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Melissa Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Temps
- Feb–Apr: Moderate Spring Moisture
- May–Sept: High Heat Drying
- Dec–Jan: Slow Winter Compaction
Summer Tip: For Melissa yards, choose angular crushed gravel for high-traffic areas and rounded gravel for decorative beds; add a weed barrier and check low spots after heavy rain to prevent pooling.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Melissa gravel Delivery
Everything you need to know about gravel delivery in Melissa.
Costs vary by material and truckload size, but most residential gravel deliveries to Melissa fall in the range of $35-$75 per ton delivered. Final price depends on gravel type, distance from the local quarry, and any extra services (like tailgate spreading). Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum and standard delivery in 2+ business days; get a ZIP-specific quote to see exact pricing.
For driveways, crushed limestone or crushed granite are top choices because they lock together well and resist rutting on Melissa's clay soils. For patios, pea gravel and decomposed granite give a finished look but need edging and a firmer base; decomposed granite performs especially well in dry, hot summers. Expect regional color and texture variation due to local sourcing.
Measure the area (length x width) and decide on depth in inches, then use this rule of thumb: tons ≈ area(sq ft) × depth(in) × 0.0043. For example, a 1-car driveway of 200 sq ft at 3 inches is about 2.6 tons, and a 2-car driveway of 400 sq ft at 3 inches is about 5.2 tons. Ask Hello Gravel for a ZIP-specific material density if you want a more exact number.
Melissa experiences hot summers and occasional freezes with generally clay-heavy soils that hold water and can rut when wet. Heavy rains can wash fine material and cause erosion on slopes, while heat and irrigation can encourage weeds. Plan for good drainage and occasional regrading to keep the gravel stable.
Most homeowners in Melissa add a top dressing of gravel or spot-fill after heavy rains or annually to every few years depending on use. Light maintenance like raking and filling low spots is often done yearly, while larger replenishment (1-3 tons for typical driveways) may be needed every 2-5 years. Regular grading and a compacted base reduce overall upkeep.
Expect material costs for periodic top-ups to be the main expense; delivered gravel in Melissa generally ranges by type but budget $50-$300 every 1-3 years for a typical residential driveway depending on size and how often you replenish. Professional regrading or adding a new base will cost more and should be quoted locally. Keeping drainage and edging in good shape minimizes recurring costs.
Delivery-only means you pay for material and freight (Hello Gravel minimum 3 tons) and then do your own spreading and compaction; that saves on labor but requires time and equipment. Full professional installation (grading, base prep, geotextile, compaction) typically adds several dollars per sq ft in labor and equipment costs and can be multiple times the material-only price. Get local installation quotes to compare exact costs for your project.
Lead times commonly start at 2+ business days for standard delivery; Hello Gravel offers next-day delivery for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee. Minimum order amounts vary by supplier, but Hello Gravel's minimum is 3 tons; some local quarries or contractors may require larger truckloads. Always check ZIP availability and confirm lead times when you get a quote.
For slopes, use larger, angular materials such as 1-3 inch crushed stone or riprap at concentrated flow areas to slow runoff, and consider terraces, swales, or check dams to break slope length. Installing geotextile fabric under the gravel and using solid edging helps prevent migration of fines and reduces washout. Combine vegetation and hardscape measures for long-term erosion control.
Gravel is the lowest upfront cost and gives excellent drainage, but requires periodic maintenance and can rut on clay soils. Asphalt and concrete cost more up front, last longer between major repairs, and provide a smoother surface, but they are more expensive to install and repair and change drainage patterns. Choose based on budget, desired maintenance level, and how you use the driveway.
A quality woven geotextile helps suppress weeds, stabilizes the base, and reduces mixing of soil and gravel on Melissa's weed-prone, irrigated lots, so it is often worth the extra cost for driveways and patios. It does not eliminate all weeds, especially where plants root from the sides, but it cuts maintenance and reduces how often you need to replenish material. Discuss fabric type and placement with your installer to match local conditions.
Yes, you can add color or texture preferences in the Order Notes during checkout, and Hello Gravel will pass those notes to the local supplier. Due to regional sourcing, exact matches to photos are not guaranteed, and material appearance can vary by quarry and season. If color is critical, request a sample or confirm availability before ordering.
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.
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