Gravel in Scranton, SC

In Scranton, delivered gravel usually ranges from about $30 to $60 per ton, which converts to roughly $42 to $84 per cubic yard (1 cubic yard ≈ 1.4 tons). Prices depend on gravel type, local supplier, and truck access; Hello Gravel requires a 3-ton minimum and may include delivery fees for smaller orders or remote drop locations.

Common choices in South Carolina are crushed stone (3/4u0022 and crusher run), #57 stone, pea gravel, and river rock. For driveways and parking pads, contractors in the area typically prefer angular crushed stone or crusher run for stability and compaction, while pea gravel and river rock are used more for decorative areas.

Scranton’s heat, humidity, and heavy rain speed settling and can wash fines out of the surface, causing rutting and low spots after storms. Good drainage, a proper compacted base, and periodic regrading help prevent washout and reduce how often you need to add material.

For a top layer 3u0022 deep: 20x10 needs about 1.9 cubic yards (≈2.6 tons), 24x12 about 2.7 cubic yards (≈3.7 tons), and 30x12 about 3.3 cubic yards (≈4.7 tons. For 4u0022 depth multiply those volumes by ~1.33 (20x10 ≈2.5 cy/3.5 tons; 24x12 ≈3.6 cy/5.0 tons; 30x12 ≈4.4 cy/6.2 tons). Remember Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum, so smaller projects may still start at that minimum.

Hello Gravel connects customers in Scranton with vetted local suppliers and contracted dump-truck haulers in the West South Carolina region. Enter your zip code on our site or contact our team and we will show available local suppliers, delivery windows, and material photos for your area.

Materials-only delivered to Scranton typically cost $30-$60 per ton; a small DIY driveway (materials plus rental equipment and compaction) often runs several hundred dollars. Professional installation that includes excavation, subbase, fabric, and compaction commonly ranges from about $3 to $7 per square foot depending on site work, so get local quotes to compare.

For heavy truck and farm access, use a compactable, angular mix such as crusher run or a 3/4u0022 minus crushed stone for the base, topped with a coarse, angular surface stone. These mixes lock together and resist rutting better than round stones like pea gravel or river rock in wet South Carolina conditions.

In Scranton you can expect to regrade annually to every few years and top up surface stone every 1 to 3 years depending on traffic and storm exposure. Driveways with good drainage, edging, and a proper base will need top-ups less often.

Gravel has the lowest upfront cost and the highest ongoing maintenance (periodic regrading and topping). Asphalt is moderate upfront with periodic sealcoating and repairs, while concrete costs the most to install but generally needs less frequent surface maintenance. In Scranton’s rainy climate, gravel requires more attention for drainage, while paved options reduce washout but cost more up front.

Rules vary by city and HOA. Before replacing lawn or installing a driveway in Scranton, check with your city zoning office and any HOA documents for restrictions on driveway materials, setbacks, or stormwater rules; some municipalities also have rules about impervious surfaces and drainage.

A layered approach works best: compactor-friendly base material (crusher run) with geotextile fabric, edged borders, and a coarse angular surface stone such as #57. The fabric and a firm base limit weed growth and rutting, but no solution eliminates weeds completely—regular maintenance helps keep them down.

Hello Gravel’s minimum order is 3 tons; many areas offer free delivery on orders meeting local thresholds, but delivery fees depend on distance, site access, and truck type. Next-day delivery is available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee, and tailgate spreading may be possible at the driver’s discretion.