Gravel in Columbus, IN

You can buy gravel from local quarries and suppliers serving Columbus, IN (for example Nugent Sand) and from Hello Gravel’s network of regional sellers. Many local suppliers and contracted haulers deliver to residential addresses using tri-axle dump trucks; availability depends on driveway access and supplier policies, so check your zip code and delivery options at checkout.

Delivered prices in Columbus vary by gravel type and season, but a rough range is $30-$70 per ton or about $45-$105 per cubic yard for common gravels. A single tri-axle dump-truck load typically holds about 10-12 cubic yards (see next answer for weight), so delivered truckload pricing commonly ranges widely; request a zip-code-specific quote from Hello Gravel for an exact price.

To cover 100 sq ft at 2 inches deep you need about 0.6 cubic yards (roughly 1 ton of gravel). A typical 2-car driveway (about 400 sq ft) requires roughly 3.7 cubic yards for a 3-inch surface layer or about 7.4 cubic yards for a 6-inch base—expect roughly 5.5 to 11 tons depending on depth and material.

Tri-axle dump trucks commonly used for Columbus deliveries carry about 10-12 cubic yards of material. For gravel that typically translates to about 12-18 tons depending on stone type and moisture, so confirm cubic yards and estimated tons with your supplier before ordering.

Many local suppliers offer lower pick-up rates if you can load at the yard, but they may require ID, a truck and loader fees. Hello Gravel’s minimum order is 3 tons for delivery; same-day delivery may be available from some haulers but depends on fleet schedule and order cutoff, so check availability when you place your order.

For driveways, crushed stone in the 3/4u0022 to 1u0022 range or #57 stone is commonly used for base and surface because it compacts well and drains. For landscaping and decorative uses, pea gravel (small round stones) and 3/8u0022 decorative gravels are popular; local limestone-based materials are common around Columbus, so color and texture may vary by supplier.

Nugent Sand is one known supplier near Columbus, but there are additional regional quarries and haulers serving Bartholomew County and neighboring counties. Hello Gravel shows multiple local suppliers and compares delivered pricing for your zip code so you can see options and choose the best rate without calling multiple companies.

Contractor labor rates vary, but expect spreading, grading and compaction for a typical 2-car driveway to run roughly $200-$600 depending on complexity, equipment needs and site access. For smaller jobs, some contractors charge by the hour or by the 100 sq ft (commonly $50-$200 per 100 sq ft); get local estimates for an accurate number.

End-dump (standard) trucks unload from the rear and are common; side-dump can be used where access is tight. If the driver must spot, pull onto pavement, or hand-unload material in a confined area, haulers may charge more or refuse for safety. Tell Hello Gravel about driveway width, overhead clearance and surface type at checkout so haulers can advise on access and any additional fees.

A practical rule of thumb in the Columbus area is 1.4 to 1.7 tons per cubic yard for most crushed gravels, with 1.5 tons/yd3 often used for estimating. Because weight varies by stone type and moisture, order by cubic yards when possible and confirm estimated tons with your supplier to match truck capacity and pricing.

Natural materials can vary by quarry, so coloration and texture may differ from photos; Hello Gravel notes regional variation and lets you add color preferences in Order Notes. To change an order contact our team as soon as possible—changes are easier before dispatch—and if there’s an issue with delivered material contact customer service promptly so we can work to resolve it.