Gravel in Lexington, NC

A typical tri-axle dump truck in the Lexington area carries about 10-12 cubic yards (roughly 14-17 tons) of gravel. Delivered cost depends on material type and distance from the supplier, but expect a rough range of $400 to $1,000 for a full truckload in West North Carolina; contact us for a precise local quote. Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum order and offers standard delivery in 2+ business days or next-day for orders placed by noon CST.

Prices vary by type and local quarry, but in the Lexington area gravel typically runs about $30 to $60 per cubic yard, or about $20 to $50 per ton as a rough delivered estimate. Exact pricing depends on the specific product (pea gravel, crushed stone, #57, crusher run), delivery distance, and seasonal demand, so get a quote for a firm price.

A 20x20 driveway is 400 sq ft. At common depths: 2 inches requires about 3.5 tons (≈2.5 yd3), 3 inches about 5.2 tons (≈3.8 yd3), and 4 inches about 6.9 tons (≈4.9 yd3). Using local delivered prices, expect the material to cost roughly $175 to $350 for 3-7 tons; delivery and any contractor labor would be extra.

Required tons depend on width and depth. For a typical single-car driveway (about 10 ft wide) that is 100 ft long (1,000 sq ft), you would need roughly 13 tons at 3 inches and about 17 tons at 4 inches. At typical local rates this material alone will often run roughly $400 to $1,000 delivered; contact Hello Gravel for an exact quote and minimum-order considerations.

One ton of common crushed gravel in our region is about 19 cubic feet (roughly 0.7 cubic yards) and will cover about 115 sq ft at 2 inches, about 77 sq ft at 3 inches, and about 58 sq ft at 4 inches. To calculate your needs: multiply area (ft2) by desired depth (inches/12) to get cubic feet, divide by 19 cu ft per ton to get tons, and round up; or use our online calculator for a quick estimate.

Two inches is usually only suitable for a light resurfacing over an existing, well-compacted base. For durability in Lexington's climate and typical soils, we recommend 3 inches for resurfacing and 4 to 6 inches (compacted with a proper base) for a full driveway installation. Consider geotextile, good drainage, and compaction to prevent rutting and washouts.

For very small amounts, picking up a few bags or a pickup truck load from a local supplier can be cheapest. For most homeowner projects above our 3-ton minimum, dump truck delivery through Hello Gravel is cost-effective because it saves time and hauling trips. Hiring a contractor adds labor costs but may be worth it if you need grading, compaction, or full installation; compare quotes and factor in time and equipment.

Crushed stone mixes with fines (often sold as crusher run or similar) make an excellent compacted base and resist migration, while 3/4u0022 crushed stone or #57 stone makes a stable top layer. Pea gravel is decorative and drains well but tends to move more under vehicle traffic. Regional sourcing means material names and blends vary, so tell us the driveway use and we can recommend a local product.

A well-built gravel driveway with proper base and drainage can last many years; surface material typically needs refreshes every 2 to 6 years depending on traffic and weather. Routine maintenance includes grading, adding 1 to 3 tons of gravel every few years, repairs after heavy rains, and occasional weed control. Budget simple maintenance materials at roughly $50 to $200 per go, with larger refreshes priced by tonnage and delivery.

Five tons of common gravel is roughly 3.5 to 3.7 cubic yards. In practical terms, that is about 90 to 100 cubic feet, or roughly 15 to 18 standard wheelbarrow loads (6 cu ft wheelbarrow), which is a convenient way to visualize small projects.

A 7x14 trailer with 2-foot sides holds about 7 to 8 cubic yards by volume, but payload is limited by the trailer's weight rating and tow vehicle. In practice you can often carry 3 to 6 cubic yards safely, depending on the trailer; for small resurfacing jobs under 3 to 4 tons this can be cost-effective, but for larger projects a dump truck delivery from Hello Gravel is usually simpler and safer.

A 20x20 driveway (400 sq ft) typically needs about 5 to 7 tons for a 3 to 4 inch surface, meaning material and delivery commonly cost $175 to $350 depending on product and distance. Adding contractor installation—including grading, compaction, and base prep—can raise the total to several hundred dollars more; for a full installed job expect a wide range, so get a local installation quote for an accurate total.