Stone in St. George, UT

Typical delivered prices for crushed stone in St. George most often fall in the roughly $30 to $60 per ton range, though this can vary. Key factors are stone size and grade, distance from the local quarry, seasonal demand, truck access and delivery location, and whether you need spreading or special placement. Local suppliers and Hello Gravel can give exact quotes for your zip code and project size; our minimum order is 3 tons and standard delivery is 2+ business days.

Hello Gravel works with trusted local quarries and haulers around St. George, and availability depends on the supplier and truck schedule for your zip code. Same-day delivery is uncommon but may be possible through some suppliers for a fee and if a truck is available; most customers should plan on 2+ business days or request next-day before noon CST. Note Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum and tailgate spreading is at the driver's discretion.

For driveways, 3/4u0022 crushed stone or a 3/4u0022 minus road base gives good compaction and load-bearing in St. George's soils. For walkways, 3/8u0022 to 1/2u0022 rounded or crushed stone provides a comfortable walking surface; for xeriscape, 3/8u0022 to 3/4u0022 decorative stone works well for drainage and low maintenance. Consider contractor-installed crusher fines or stabilized mixes if you want a firmer walking surface or to reduce tracking.

Use 1.4 tons per cubic yard as a practical local conversion (stone weight varies 1.3-1.5 tons/yd3). For 100 sq ft: 1u0022 depth needs about 0.4 to 0.5 ton; 2u0022 needs about 0.8 to 0.9 ton; 3u0022 needs about 1.2 to 1.4 tons. Always round up for compaction and waste and confirm exact conversions with your supplier before ordering.

Stone holds up well to heat and drought in St. George but you should expect some settling, dust, and occasional displacement after storms or traffic. Plan to regrade or top up thin areas annually, check edges after monsoon runoff, and use weed control measures (landscape fabric, pre-emergent) to limit plant growth. Heavier-use driveways benefit from occasional re-compaction and adding fresh stone every few years.

Crushed stone (angular 3/4u0022 or similar) compacts well, drains efficiently, and withstands vehicle traffic better than decomposed granite (DG) in many cases. DG binds into a smooth surface good for walking but can wash or rut in heavy monsoon flow; crushed limestone is softer and may break down faster in hot sun and traffic. For longevity with occasional heavy vehicles and desert runoff, a well-compacted stone base topped with 3/4u0022 crushed stone is usually the best choice in St. George.

Regulations vary by neighborhood and HOA; St. George city has landscaping and drainage rules that may affect front-yard rock coverage, setbacks, and stormwater flow. Before ordering, check your HOA guidelines and St. George city planning or permit office for any restrictions on rock color, maximum hardscaping, or required pervious areas. If in doubt, request documentation or a site plan from your HOA or the city to avoid compliance issues.

Excavate to the required depth (typically 8-12u0022 for occasional heavy vehicles), install a geotextile fabric, place 4-8u0022 of road base or 3/4u0022 minus crushed rock compacted in 2-3 passes with a plate compactor, and finish with a top layer of 3/4u0022 crushed stone. Slope the driveway for drainage and add edge restraints to prevent spreading during runoff. Proper compaction to 90-95% and attention to drainage are crucial in St. George's episodic storm events.

Some local stone types that contain softer minerals or iron can fade or lightly surface-breakdown over many years of UV exposure, but many igneous or hard crushed stones resist visible sun bleaching. Because Hello Gravel sources regionally, color and durability reflect local geology, so ask your supplier about the quarry source and expected weathering. If color retention is essential, request photos from recent local deliveries or sample bags before ordering.

For a typical stone driveway or landscape installation in St. George, expect contractor-installed costs commonly in the $2 to $6 per square foot range, depending on excavation depth, access difficulty, edging, and final stone size. Larger jobs with heavy base work, drainage, or retaining features push costs higher; small jobs may have higher per-square-foot mobilization fees. Get at least two local quotes and confirm whether delivery is included; Hello Gravel can deliver the material to the contractor or your site with transparent pricing.