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Rip Rap (3″ To 6″, Trap Rock)

Category: Rip Rap

📏 Product Specifications

Size Range 3" To 6"
Material Type Trap Rock
Category Rip Rap

🏗️ Applications & Uses

Erosion control ✓ Recommended
shoreline protection ✓ Recommended
slope stabilization ✓ Recommended
drainage channels ✓ Recommended
landscaping ✓ Recommended

Rip Rap Trap Rock (3" to 6")

Rip Rap in a 3" to 6" size range, made from durable trap rock, is a heavy-duty aggregate designed for superior erosion control and slope stabilization. Trap rock is a dense, hard igneous stone known for its exceptional strength and resistance to weathering, making it ideal for demanding environments.

The 3" to 6" size range provides substantial mass and interlocking capability, allowing the stones to stay in place even under heavy water flow or wave action. This makes it a preferred choice for lining shorelines, riverbanks, culverts, and drainage channels, as well as for protecting bridge abutments and embankments. In residential settings, it is often used for decorative retaining walls or to prevent soil erosion on steep slopes. While its large, angular pieces offer excellent stability and drainage, they can be challenging to walk on and are not suitable for compacted surfaces. Overall, this rip rap is valued for its longevity, low maintenance, and reliable performance in both commercial and residential applications.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rip Rap used for?

Rip Rap is typically used for erosion control, shoreline protection, slope stabilization, and other construction and landscaping projects requiring materials.

What size is Rip Rap?

Rip Rap typically comes in 3" To 6" size range, making it suitable for applications that require trap rock aggregate material with consistent sizing.

Where can I get Rip Rap?

Hello Gravel may be able to provide Rip Rap depending on your location and current product availability. Check our available materials or contact us by phone, text, or email to confirm availability in your area. We can often arrange delivery in as soon as 2 business days.

How much Rip Rap do I need?

Use our gravel calculator to determine how much Rip Rap you need. You'll need to measure the length, width, and desired depth of your project area. The calculator will provide the quantity needed in cubic yards or tons.

Key Characteristics of Rip Rap

Material Properties

Rip Rap is trap rock and classified as material, providing specific performance characteristics for construction applications.

Size Specifications

Standard Rip Rap is graded to 3" To 6" specifications, ensuring consistent particle size distribution for reliable project outcomes.

Common Applications

Industry professionals typically specify Rip Rap for projects requiring dependable performance and specific drainage or structural properties.

Hello Gravel Availability

Hello Gravel may be able to source Rip Rap depending on your location and current inventory. We offer fast delivery, often within 2 business days when material is available.

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Hello Gravel may be able to provide Rip Rap in your area with delivery as soon as 2 business days.