Gravel in Elk, WA

Hello Gravel requires a 3-ton minimum order, and delivery is usually scheduled 2+ business days after ordering (next-day available for a fee if ordered before noon CST). Prices vary by material and distance, but expect delivered gravel in rural West Washington to run approximately $50 to $120 per ton; a 3-ton minimum often totals about $150 to $360. Factors that affect cost include the gravel type, supplier distance from Elk, truck access, and any next-day or remote delivery fees.

For Elk's wet, temperate conditions, crushed rock (3/4" minus) and crushed basalt are excellent because they compact well and shed water while resisting rutting. Use river rock or pea gravel for decorative areas and drainage swales, but avoid loose pea stone on steep driveway grades because it can wash out. Mixing a coarser, angular base with a small percentage of fines (to lock the surface) gives the best balance of drainage and stability.

A good rule: 1 cubic yard of typical gravel is about 1.3 short tons. To estimate tons quickly, use: tons = (area in sq ft) x (depth in inches) / 250 (this is an approximate conversion for crushed gravel). For example, a 1,000 sq ft driveway at 3" depth needs roughly 12 tons (1,000 x 3 / 250 = 12).

Rules vary by property; some properties in and around Elk are subject to county regulations or HOA covenants that limit surface materials, setbacks, or drainage changes. Before ordering, check Grays Harbor County planning (or your county if different) and any HOA rules for restrictions or required permits. If in doubt, contact Hello Gravel or your local planning office for guidance before delivery.

For residential driveways in Elk, aim for a compacted subbase of 4-6" of crushed rock plus a 2-3" finished surface, totaling about 6-9" of material. RV pads and areas with heavy loads should have a 6-8" compacted base of 3/4" crushed rock or crusher-run. For walkways, a 3-4" compacted base with a 1-2" surface is usually sufficient. Always place geotextile fabric under the base to reduce mixing with native soils and compact in 2- to 3-inch lifts for best results.

Professional installation including grading, compaction, and edging typically ranges from about $1.50 to $4.00 per sq ft depending on access, soil conditions, and site prep needs. Another useful way to think about cost is $30 to $70 per ton installed for standard residential driveways, with prices higher for difficult access or long hauls. For a 12-ton, 1,000 sq ft driveway the installed cost commonly falls between $600 and $2,500 depending on site complexity and contractor rates.

In West Washington's rainy climate, plan for light maintenance every year and more thorough attention every 1-3 years. Typical tasks include regrading to smooth ruts, adding 1/2" to 1" of new gravel as needed, filling potholes, and ensuring drainage channels are clear. Promptly fixing low spots and improving surface drainage will greatly extend the life of the driveway.

Deliveries are made by local dump trucks (typically tri-axle) and Hello Gravel works with local haulers, so trucks will be unbranded. Expect materials to be dumped where the truck can safely access; add clear delivery notes at checkout about preferred drop location and any site constraints. You can request tailgate spreading at checkout, but drivers will decide on arrival if it is safe and feasible; there are no guarantees for spreading services.

Coarser, angular gravel (crushed rock) compacts and drains better, making it the preferred choice for driveways in wet climates like Elk. Fine, rounded gravel such as pea stone is attractive but can shift, wash out, or track into lawns on slopes and heavy-use driveways. A layered approach—coarse compacted base with a smaller aggregate or fines on top—gives good stability and a smoother driving surface.

Hello Gravel partners with suppliers and haulers that source materials regionally, so most orders for Elk are fulfilled from nearby quarries and pits. Typical delivery radii for bulk gravel are 20 to 50 miles, but availability and exact origin depend on material type and supplier stocks. Enter your zip code on the Hello Gravel site or contact our team to see local material options and confirmed delivery pricing.

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.

Please type in your zip code on any product screen and it will let you know if we service your area. The chances are that we do!

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!

Please fill out the Quote Request form and we will work up a quote for you! https://hellogravel.com/quote-form/

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.