Gravel in New Cleveland, OH

Most local dump trucks used by our suppliers are tri-axle trucks and typically carry about 10 to 16 tons of gravel (roughly 8 to 12 cubic yards), depending on material and local weight limits. Exact capacity varies by truck and whether the material is dense (crushed stone) or lighter (pea gravel). Contact us for a precise truck size and quantity for your delivery.

Prices in the Cleveland area vary by material and supplier, but delivered gravel in Greater Cleveland commonly ranges from about $15 to $40 per ton. Type (crushed limestone, pea gravel, recycled concrete), delivery distance, and truckload size affect final price; get a free quote for a firm number.

One ton of gravel is roughly 0.7 to 0.8 cubic yards and will cover about 125 square feet at a 2-inch depth, about 83 square feet at 3 inches, and about 62 square feet at 4 inches. Actual coverage depends on stone size and compaction, so plan for a bit of overage and use our calculator for exact needs.

Two inches is usually too thin for a year-round driveway in Northeast Ohio because freeze-thaw and vehicle loads require a sturdier base. For a residential driveway we recommend a compacted base of 4 to 6 inches of crushed stone with a 1 to 2-inch decorative topcoat; heavier traffic may need 6 to 8 inches.

Most standard half-ton pickups do not safely carry a full ton of gravel because payload capacities are often under 1,500 lb. Check your truck's payload rating on the door jamb; if you need close to a ton, consider hiring a dump truck delivery to avoid overloading and suspension damage.

For a 40 ft long driveway, a common example is 40 ft long by 10 ft wide at 4 inches deep: that requires about 5 cubic yards, which is roughly 6 to 7 tons of gravel. Adjust quantities for different widths or depths and use our material calculator for a tailored estimate.

A typical tri-axle truck carrying 12 tons (about 9 cubic yards) will cover roughly 1,000 to 1,200 square feet at a 2-inch depth or about 600 to 800 square feet at a 4-inch depth. Coverage changes with truck size and chosen depth, so confirm the truck's cubic yards when you order.

With proper installation and regular maintenance (grading, adding top dressings, and fixing drainage), a gravel driveway in the New Cleveland area can last 10 to 30 years. Freeze-thaw cycles and road salt can cause rutting and washouts, so periodic topping and edge maintenance are common.

You can, but it is not recommended for long-term performance, especially on clay-rich Ohio soils. For best results, clear vegetation, grade and compact the subgrade, install a geotextile fabric if needed, and add a properly compacted crushed stone base before the top gravel layer.

A compacted layer of crushed stone or road base (often 3/4-inch crushed limestone or dense grade aggregate) is the preferred subbase in the Cleveland area because it provides drainage and stability. Adding a geotextile fabric can help separate the base from soft soils and reduce rutting on clay subgrades.

Angular crushed stone such as crushed limestone, trap rock, or crushed granite is generally the most durable because the pieces lock together when compacted. These materials perform well in the Cleveland climate compared with rounded river rock, which can shift more under traffic.

Recycled crushed concrete, bank run, or local screened river gravel tends to be among the least expensive options in our service area. Prices depend on availability and hauling distance, so a local recycled option can often save money while still performing adequately for many uses.

To cover 1,000 sq ft at 2 inches deep you need about 6.2 cubic yards (roughly 8 to 9 tons); at 4 inches you need about 12.3 cubic yards (roughly 16 to 18 tons). Use the formula (area x depth in feet) / 27 to get cubic yards, then convert to tons based on the material you choose.

A 7x14 trailer's theoretical volume depends on side height, but most 7x14 dump trailers safely carry around 2 to 6 cubic yards of gravel due to weight limits. Consult the trailer's posted payload capacity; because gravel is heavy, volume is often limited by weight rather than space.

Cost depends on width, depth, and material. As an example, a 100 ft by 12 ft driveway at 4 inches deep needs about 15 cubic yards (~20 tons); at $20 to $35 per ton delivered, material alone would run roughly $400 to $700, not counting grading, compaction, or hauling fees. Get a local quote for an accurate price based on your exact specs.