Gravel in Selma, AL

Delivered gravel prices in West Alabama commonly range from about $25 to $55 per ton, or roughly $35 to $75 per cubic yard depending on the type (crushed stone, limestone, pea gravel), distance, and delivery fees. Heavier materials, longer hauls, and next-day delivery options increase price; finer decorative gravels (pea gravel) are usually at the higher end. Use Hello Gravel to get an exact quote for your zip code and requested delivery date.

For Selma's clay soils and humid conditions, angular crushed stone or crusher-run (a mix of stone and fines) is best for a stable base because it compacts well and sheds water. A 3/4u0022 crushed stone wearing course or 1/2u0022-3/4u0022 crushed limestone on top gives good traction and resists rutting better than round pea gravel. Avoid using only round pea gravel as a base, since it tends to shift and sink on clay without proper subbase and drainage.

Hello Gravel delivers via local contracted dump truck fleets (typically tri-axle) and requires a 3-ton minimum order. Tailgate spreading can sometimes be done at the driver's discretion if you request it at checkout, but it is not guaranteed and depends on safety and site access. Use our checkout notes to request spreading and contact our team if you need help planning placement.

Typical quantities: a 2-car driveway (about 20' x 20') will need roughly 6 to 12 tons depending on depth (3u0022-6u0022) and material. Topping 1 acre with 1u0022 of gravel is about 134 cubic yards or roughly 180 to 200 tons; 2u0022 would double that. A 1-mile farm road 12' wide at 3u0022 depth equals about 587 cubic yards or roughly 800 to 900 tons; wider roads or thicker sections require substantially more material.

Heavy rains increase the risk of washouts and rutting, so choose angular, well-graded aggregates that lock together and shed water, and plan for good drainage. Adding a built-up crown, side ditches, geotextile fabric, and a thicker crushed-stone base will reduce erosion. Expect to perform periodic regrading and add material after major storm seasons in this region.

For typical driveways on clay soils, prepare a compacted subgrade, install geotextile fabric if drainage is poor, then place a 4u0022 to 8u0022 compacted base of crusher-run or 1-2u0022 aggregate, topped by a 2u0022 to 3u0022 wearing course of 3/4u0022 crushed stone. Increase base thickness to 6u0022 to 12u0022 for heavy-use driveways or rural roads. Always compact in layers and build a slight crown for surface drainage to prevent water pooling and washouts.

Geotextile fabric and stabilization products are commonly available from regional landscape suppliers and online retailers; local landscape yards often stock rolls of nonwoven fabric for driveway use. Expect geotextile rolls to range from about $50 to $200 depending on width and length, while mechanical grids or specialized stabilizer systems can run $1.50 to $4.00 per square foot for materials. Prices vary by product and supplier, so ask Hello Gravel to connect you with local vendors or include stabilizer requests in your project notes.

Labor and equipment costs vary, but for spreading and compaction expect contractors to charge roughly $10 to $40 per ton or about $1.50 to $3.50 per square foot for full driveway installation depending on excavation, base prep, and site conditions. Simple spreading of delivered material is at the lower end, while full excavation, base build, grading, drainage work, and compaction increases the price. Get local written estimates since costs depend heavily on access, soil type, and scope.

Upfront cost: gravel is usually lowest, asphalt is midrange, and concrete is highest. Maintenance: gravel requires periodic regrading and topping (more often after heavy rains), while asphalt and concrete need less frequent but potentially costlier repairs. In Selma's climate with clay soils and heavy seasonal rain, gravel has lower initial cost but higher ongoing maintenance; asphalt or concrete reduce routine upkeep but require better base prep and higher initial investment.

Permit and HOA rules vary by location. Within Selma city limits or Dallas County, certain projects may require permits, driveway cut approvals, or right-of-way permits; HOAs may have covenants about surface materials and appearance. Check with the City of Selma, Dallas County, and your HOA before ordering material, and contact Hello Gravel if you need documentation for permits or for supplier contact information.

Avoid using only loose, round pea gravel as the sole surface over clay subsoils because it shifts and compacts poorly in wet conditions. Very fine washed sand or decorative gravels are also prone to migration and rutting. Instead, use well-graded, angular crushed stone for the base and a coarse, interlocking wearing course for surfaces exposed to traffic.

Hello Gravel operates nationwide with regional suppliers and offers standard delivery in 2+ business days in many areas, and a next-day option for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee. Minimum orders start at 3 tons, and deliveries are made by local contracted dump truck fleets (typically tri-axle). Enter your zip code on our site or contact our team to confirm availability, delivery windows, and any site-access notes.

If trucks cannot reach the drop point, arrange to deliver to the nearest accessible location and plan to spread by wheelbarrow or hire local labor for distribution and compaction. Request the driver to note the safest drop spot at checkout and include site constraints in Order Notes; tailgate spreading may not be possible in tight areas. For smaller or hard-to-access jobs, consider ordering smaller loads over multiple days or hiring a contractor with smaller equipment.