Gravel in St. Pete Beach, FL

One ton of typical crushed gravel covers about 115 square feet at a 2u0022 depth (roughly 231 sq ft at 1u0022). Coverage varies by stone size and type, so expect a 10-20% difference for denser limestone or shell material common in St. Pete Beach.

For 1,000 sq ft at a 2u0022 depth you'll need about 6.2 cubic yards, roughly 8.5-9 tons. If you want a deeper base (3-4u0022) plan on 13-18 tons; always round up for compaction and local settling.

Prices vary by material and delivery but expect roughly $30-$80 per ton delivered, depending on type (crushed limestone, shell, pea gravel) and whether hauling requires special access. Hello Gravel shows final pricing when you enter your zip code and includes delivery options and any minimums.

Recycled crushed concrete or crusher-run (stone dust mixed with crushed rock) is often the most economical choice and compacts well as a base in the St. Pete Beach area. Local shell mixes can be cheaper but may shift more on sandy coastal subgrades, so consider a crushed base with a lighter surface topcoat.

A tri-axle dump truck in our network usually carries about 10-12 cubic yards (roughly 12-16 tons). At a local delivered price of $40-$60 per ton, a full truckload often runs in the $500-$1,000 range; get an exact quote in checkout since regional supply and access affect price.

For a typical one-car driveway 20 ft long by 10 ft wide at a 4u0022 depth you need about 2.5 cubic yards, roughly 3.5 tons. If your driveway is wider or you want a thicker base, increase quantities and round up to allow for compaction and spreading.

A 10-12 cubic yard dump truck will cover roughly 1,600-1,900 sq ft at a 2u0022 depth or about 800-950 sq ft at a 4u0022 depth. Actual coverage varies by material type and how evenly the driver deposits the load.

Material-only for a 20 ft x 10 ft driveway at 4u0022 depth is usually $150-$350 depending on material choice and delivery. If you add labor for grading, base preparation, and spreading, total installed costs commonly fall between $400 and $1,000 depending on site access and required prep work.

With regular maintenance (occasional regrading and topping up) a gravel driveway can last 10-20 years for the base, but the surface will need topping every 2-5 years in a coastal place like St. Pete Beach due to wind, storms, and salt exposure. Expect more frequent touch-ups after heavy rain or storm surge.

A 10-yard load price depends on material but typically ranges from $300 to $700 delivered in the St. Pete Beach area. Final cost depends on material type, truck access, and whether additional services like tailgate spreading are requested.

For basic labor like raking and spreading gravel in St. Pete Beach, $100 per hour is on the higher side; typical local rates are often $40-$80 per hour for a laborer or small crew. Higher rates may be reasonable for specialized contractors, licensed professionals, or emergency work.

A layered approach works best: a compactable base of crusher-run or recycled concrete (for stability on sandy subgrades) topped with 3/8u0022 to 3/4u0022 crushed stone or washed shell for surface appearance. Use edge restraints to keep material from spreading on soft, coastal soils.

For driveway use, 1 ton of gravel typically covers about 115 sq ft at 2u0022 depth and about 57 sq ft at 4u0022 depth. Because coastal materials like shell and limestone vary in density, use these as estimates and order a bit extra for settling.

Recycled concrete and crushed asphalt are commonly cheaper alternatives and perform well as a compacted base. Permeable options like decomposed granite or stabilized shell mixes can also be cost-effective depending on local availability and drainage needs.

For 400 sq ft at a 4u0022 depth you need about 4.9 cubic yards (roughly 6.8-7.5 tons), so material-only at $40-$60 per ton is about $270-$450 plus delivery. With site prep and spreading, total installed cost typically ranges $600-$1,300 depending on access, compaction needs, and whether a base layer is required.