Gravel in Des Moines, WA

One ton of typical washed or crushed gravel will cover roughly 115 to 125 square feet at a 2-inch depth (about 120 sq ft as a good rule of thumb). Local material density and rock size in West Washington can move that number up or down, so treat it as an estimate. Remember Hello Gravel minimum orders start at 3 tons, so plan accordingly when ordering.

You can order bulk gravel online through Hello Gravel, which connects you with trusted local suppliers and schedules dump-truck delivery to Des Moines. Enter your zip code on our site to see material availability, or call 855-241-8884 / text 844-407-3734 for a quote and help calculating quantities. Deliveries are handled by local contracted haulers and typically require a minimum 3-ton order.

Loose pea gravel or rounded river rock is often cheaper per ton up front, but it usually requires deeper installs and more maintenance. Crushed stone or crusher-run costs a bit more but compacts tightly, so you need less material and less frequent replenishing over time. Because local supply and haul distance affect price in the Des Moines area, request quotes for both types to compare total installed cost.

A 10-yard load is about 270 cubic feet and will cover approximately 675 sq ft at a 1-inch depth, 337 sq ft at a 2-inch depth, or 225 sq ft at a 3-inch depth — adjust for your desired depth. Hello Gravel delivery timing is usually 2+ business days with next-day available for orders placed before noon CST; delivery fees vary by supplier distance and site access, and many local deliveries are free. For an exact delivery price and placement options, get a quote on our site or contact our team.

Costs vary with driveway width, depth, and material choice, but a typical 20-foot long by 10-foot wide driveway at 4 inches deep needs about 3 to 4 tons of gravel, which meets Hello Gravel's 3-ton minimum for delivery. Material prices and delivery fees in West Washington vary seasonally and by supplier, so the fastest way to get an accurate installed-material price is to request a quote through Hello Gravel with your driveway dimensions. If you need help sizing the job, our material calculator or sales team can walk you through it.

For a long-lasting driveway you should not lay gravel directly on loose dirt. Install a compacted subgrade and at least a 2 to 4-inch crushed-rock base (or thicker for driveways), and consider geotextile fabric for weed control and separation where drainage or soil contamination is an issue. In West Washington's wet climate, proper base and drainage preparation prevents rutting and washout; talk to your contractor or our team for site-specific recommendations.

If you need large volumes (10+ cubic yards) a full truck delivery is usually most cost-effective per ton because hauling costs get spread across more material. For very small jobs, pickup from a nearby supplier can save money if you have the right vehicle and time. Hello Gravel sets a 3-ton minimum for delivery, so for small DIY jobs compare local pickup versus our delivery quotes to find the best value.

A 2-inch layer is only suitable for decorative paths or foot-traffic areas, not for driveways. For vehicle traffic in Des Moines you should plan on 4 inches of compacted base material over a prepared subgrade, with 4 to 6 inches total of suitable driveway gravel depending on soil and traffic. The wet Pacific Northwest climate makes proper base and drainage especially important for long-term performance.

For a 100-foot driveway at a common 10-foot width and 4-inch depth you'll need about 12 to 13 cubic yards (roughly 16 to 18 tons) of material. To estimate cost per linear foot, multiply your total tonnage by the per-ton price you get from suppliers and add any delivery fee, then divide the total by 100 linear feet. Because local geology and haul distance in West Washington affect price, get a Hello Gravel quote to see exact per-linear-foot and per-square-foot numbers for your location.

Crusher-run (also called road base) is a mix of crushed stone and fines that compacts tightly and is commonly used as a base that behaves stiffer than loose gravel. Polymer-stabilized gravels and certain resin-bound or mixed aggregates can form a harder surface closer to concrete, but availability depends on local suppliers. Hello Gravel can check supplier inventories in Des Moines and arrange delivery of crusher-run or stabilized mixes when available; request it in your order notes or contact our team to confirm.