Gravel in Normal Heights, CA

On average in Normal Heights 1 ton of gravel is about 0.7–0.8 cubic yards. That covers roughly 243 sq ft at 1u0022 depth, about 121 sq ft at 2u0022 depth, and about 81 sq ft at 3u0022 depth. Use these figures to estimate needs, and round up to account for compaction and settling.

Prices vary by type and delivery, but in Normal Heights you can expect a typical delivered cost of about $60–$120 per ton for common gravels. At that rate, material plus delivery works out to roughly $0.25–$1.50 per sq ft depending on depth (cheaper at 1u0022 depth, higher at 3u0022 or for specialty stone). Get an exact quote for your zip code and planned depth to lock in price.

Common sizes you’ll see in Normal Heights include pea gravel (about 1/8u0022), 3/8u0022 and 1/2u0022 decorative gravel, 3/4u0022 crushed stone, and 1u0022–2u0022 drain rock. Pea gravel is good for paths and play areas, 3/4u0022 crushed stone works well as a compactable base and driveway surface, and 1u0022–2u0022 rock is used for drainage and erosion control. Regional suppliers may use slightly different names, so check photos or ask for a size spec when ordering.

Yes—57 gravel is generally coarser than 67. 57 is a 3/4u0022 crushed stone with a relatively open gradation used for driveways and general base, while 67 has smaller particles and more fines and is often used under concrete slabs or where tighter compaction is needed. Ask your supplier which gradation they provide locally because labels can vary by quarry.

Material described as 2-inch gravel is usually called u00222-inch crushed rocku0022 or u00222-inch minusu0022 and is used for heavy drainage, retention basins, and erosion control. In residential settings around Normal Heights you’ll see it used behind retaining walls or in drainage swales where large voids are needed to move water quickly. It may be less common for walkways or driveways since it does not compact tightly.

A tri-axle dump truck in our network typically carries about 10–14 tons of gravel depending on material and truck, so a full truckload delivered to Normal Heights will commonly cost between $600 and $1,500 depending on the stone type and any access or offload difficulty. Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum order; for exact pricing enter your ZIP and material choice to see delivered rates and available truck sizes.

Cost depends on width and depth; for a typical 10 ft wide driveway 200 ft long (2,000 sq ft), you need about 18–20 cubic yards (roughly 24–28 tons) at a 3u0022 top layer over compacted base. With delivered gravel rates of about $60–$120 per ton, material alone would typically be $1,500–$3,400, and expect additional costs of $1,000–$4,000 for site prep, base rock, compaction, edging, and labor. Ask for a site-specific quote because driveway slope, access, and drainage needs in Normal Heights affect total cost.

For drainage in Normal Heights use larger, open-graded rock such as 1u0022–2u0022 drain rock or 3/4u0022 clean rock that allows water to flow through. For driving surfaces use a compactable crushed stone (for example 3/4u0022 crushed rock or 57) with a well-compacted base and a finer top layer; avoid loose pea gravel on long driveways because it shifts under vehicle traffic. Consider a geotextile underlayment and proper edging to keep material in place on sloped or narrow streets common in older San Diego neighborhoods.

Hello Gravel requires a 3-ton minimum order and offers standard delivery in 2+ business days, with next-day delivery available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee. Deliveries are by contracted dump trucks (usually tri-axle); drivers may be able to tailgate spread at their discretion but that service is not guaranteed. Enter your Normal Heights ZIP at checkout for availability, exact pricing, and to request delivery notes such as placement preferences.