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 San Marcos Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
San Marcos, with a city population of 61,712 and located in the fast-growing Austin-Round Rock metro area (2.4+ million), is seeing steady residential and commercial expansion driven by a 2.80% annual growth rate. The local climate—226 sunny days per year, moderate 31.50 inches of rainfall, and USDA hardiness zone 8b—creates landscaping and sitework needs that demand durable, well-draining materials. Homeowners and contractors in San Marcos frequently need aggregates that perform under strong sun, manage stormwater, and work with local clay soils and rolling terrain. That combination of growth and climate fuels demand for reliable gravel for driveways, walkways, French drains, and foundation backfill, where both appearance and functionality matter.Popular Projects in San Marcos This Season
- Gravel Driveway Resurface6 tons
- Gravel Patio Base3 tons
- Gravel Backyard Pathway2 tons
- Gravel Drainage Swale3 tons
- Gravel Xeriscape Front5 tons
San Marcos Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: Austin-Round Rock, TX
- 🏘️ Population: 61,712
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.4+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 31.50 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 226/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 2.80% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for San Marcos Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Temps
- Feb–Apr: Ideal Moisture Levels
- May–Sept: Too Much Heat
- Dec–Jan: Cool Damp Conditions
Summer Tip: For San Marcos projects, use angular crushed gravel around 3/4" for driveways and drainage beds—it compacts well and helps shed water in a climate with 31.50 inches of annual rainfall.
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Frequently Asked Questions - San Marcos gravel Delivery
Everything you need to know about gravel delivery in San Marcos.
In the San Marcos/Austin area, crushed limestone commonly runs about $25 to $60 per ton and decomposed granite about $35 to $70 per ton, depending on grade and color. Delivery costs vary by distance and load size; Hello Gravel’s minimum order is 3 tons and many local deliveries are free for nearby 3+ ton orders, while short loads or next-day requests often add $50 to $150. Prices change with market and season, so check our quote tool for a specific zip-code price.
For San Marcos’s clay-rich Hill Country soils, contractors usually recommend angular crushed limestone (3/4" or 1" minus) because it compacts well and sheds water. Decomposed granite (DG) with small fines or crushed stone with a compacted base also works for a more finished look, but DG can rut on steep slopes unless stabilized. Always pair gravel with a compacted subbase, edge restraints, and good grade to protect against heaving from clay.
A quick rule: cubic yards = area (sq ft) * depth (in) / 324. For 100 sq ft at 3" you need about 0.93 cubic yards, roughly 1.2 to 1.4 tons using typical limestone density; at 4" you need about 1.23 cubic yards, roughly 1.6 to 1.9 tons. Order a small overage (5-10%) to account for compaction and spillage.
Rules vary by HOA and neighborhood; some HOAs or historic districts specify stone size, color, or require paved surfaces for visible front driveways. San Marcos city codes may also have site-specific stormwater or driveway standards. Check your HOA covenants and contact San Marcos city planning or permitting before ordering to confirm requirements.
Hot, dry periods create dust and settle fines, while heavy seasonal rains cause washouts and rutting on poorly prepared surfaces. Angular crushed limestone with a good mix of fines or polymer-stabilized gravel tends to resist displacement and dust best when installed over a compacted base and proper drainage. Regardless of material, correct base prep, slope, and edge restraint are the biggest factors reducing maintenance needs.
Hello Gravel connects you to multiple local supply yards and haulers across the Austin-Round Rock metro that serve San Marcos; specific supplier names and availability show after you enter your zip code. Typical minimums in the area start at 3 tons (our platform minimum), and many suppliers offer free delivery for orders meeting local thresholds; short loads, out-of-area drops, or expedited delivery commonly add $50 to $150. Use our checkout to see supplier options, exact minima, and delivery fees for your address.
Gravel and stabilized gravel have a lower upfront cost than asphalt or concrete, which can make them more cost-effective for low-traffic residential driveways in San Marcos. However, gravel usually requires periodic maintenance (regrading and topping) that adds recurring costs, while asphalt and concrete have higher initial costs but often lower routine maintenance. Choose based on traffic, aesthetics, drainage, and long-term budget; contractors can run a simple lifecycle comparison for your site.
Contractors typically install a compacted subbase of crushed rock or road base (4-6" for driveways) over geotextile fabric to separate the clay and improve drainage, plus firm edge restraints to stop lateral loss. For high-erosion sites near the Blanco or creeks, add swales, French drains, or culverts to move water away, and consider polymer or resin stabilizers for the top layer to resist washout. Always follow local setback and floodplain rules and consult a licensed contractor when working near waterways.
Frequency depends on use and exposure: high-traffic driveways may need regrading or topping every 1 year, typical residential driveways every 1 to 3 years. As a rule of thumb, a light annual top-dress is 1/4" to 1/2"; for 100 sq ft that equals roughly 0.1 to 0.4 tons, and for a 1,000 sq ft driveway expect about 1 to 2 tons. Monitor ruts and low spots after heavy rains and order small replenishment deliveries as needed.
Locally quarried limestone is generally the environmentally preferred choice in San Marcos because it reduces transport emissions and blends with regional soils and ecology. Imported river rock or decorative stone is usually smoother and often 10% to 30% more expensive after delivery, and it tends to be less stable and more prone to displacement on slopes. If sustainability and long-term maintenance are priorities, ask for local material options and transport distances when you get a quote.
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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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