Gravel in Kittitas, WA

Costs vary with material type, delivery distance, and whether spreading is requested. Most homeowners in the Kittitas area see delivered gravel costs in a broad range, with common driveway-grade crushed rock often between about $40 and $80 per ton delivered; lighter materials like pea gravel can be toward the higher end. Tailgate spreading, when available, is at the driver's discretion and can add a one-time fee (often $50 to $200 depending on job size) or an hourly charge. Hello Gravel has a 3 ton minimum and offers standard delivery in 2+ business days with next-day options for an extra fee, so get a zip-code quote for exact pricing.

Angular crushed rock with fines (sometimes sold as crusher run or road base) performs best in Kittitas because the fines help lock the material together and resist rutting during wet freezes. A 4-6 inch compacted base of crushed rock fines with a 1-2 inch wearing course of 3/4" crushed rock or crushed gravel gives good load-bearing and drainage. Pea gravel drains well but shifts and can form ruts in winter, so it is better for walkways or decorative areas than primary driveways in this climate.

Use this quick formula: tons = (length ft x width ft x depth in) / 324, which assumes typical gravel density used by local suppliers. For example, a 12 ft by 100 ft driveway with a 3 inch top layer needs about 11 tons, while a 4 inch base for the same driveway needs about 15 tons. Sloped sites, soft native soils, or heavy loads usually require deeper bases, so add 10-30% extra when in doubt.

Yes. Hello Gravel connects you with local suppliers and haulers serving Kittitas and nearby West Washington towns such as Ellensburg and Cle Elum, so material is often regionally sourced. Availability, exact material names, and color/texture vary by supplier and quarry, so check your zip code on Hello Gravel to see which products are offered and to get a delivery quote. Local sourcing reduces haul costs but can mean natural variation from photos.

Excavate to remove organic topsoil, install a geotextile fabric on soft subgrade if needed, then place a 4-6 inch compacted subbase of crushed rock fines in 2 inch lifts, compacting each lift with a plate compactor or roller. Finish with a 1-2 inch wearing course of angular crushed rock that interlocks. Proper edge restraint, good drainage, and compacting to a firm, uniform surface are the keys to resisting frost heave and washouts in Kittitas.

Gravel usually has the lowest upfront cost and the best permeability for Kittitas' seasonal runoff, making it good for drainage and for rural properties. Gravel requires more frequent maintenance: periodic regrading, adding material, and spot compaction, while asphalt and concrete have higher installation costs but lower short-term upkeep. For steep or heavily used driveways, asphalt or concrete can provide a more durable, low-dust surface, but they reduce permeability and often need more expensive base work to prevent frost issues.

Regulations vary. Kittitas County and local HOA rules can have requirements for driveway approaches, dust control, width, or surface type for emergency access, so always check with Kittitas County Public Works and your HOA before installing. If you need a new cut into a county road or any grading that could affect drainage, you may need permits or approvals.

Control runoff with grade breaks such as shallow terraces, check dams, or gravel-filled swales that slow water and direct it to stable discharge points. Use larger rock or riprap at the toe of slopes, install culverts or cross drains for driveways, and consider geotextile fabric to reduce washout under the gravel. Proper grading so water does not concentrate on the surface will cut down on erosion and maintenance.

Unit prices depend on material, availability, and haul distance; typical local ranges are roughly: road base/crusher run $25 to $50 per ton, 3/4" crushed stone $35 to $70 per ton, and pea gravel $40 to $80 per ton. Prices can move with fuel costs and seasonal demand, so use Hello Gravel to get an up-to-date per-ton or per-yard quote for your zip code. Remember Hello Gravel has a 3 ton minimum and shows delivery timing and fees at checkout.

Frequency depends on traffic, weather, and original installation quality; light-use driveways may need spot regrading yearly and a top-up of material every 3-7 years, while heavy-use driveways may need more frequent attention. Typical small maintenance jobs (regrading and minor fill) can run from a few hundred dollars, while adding several tons of gravel and compaction may be $500 to $2,000 or more depending on quantity and hauling. Regular maintenance like fixing ruts and maintaining drainage greatly extends life and reduces long-term cost.

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.