Gravel in Edmonds, WA

A typical tri-axle dump truck used for delivery to Edmonds usually carries about 10–14 tons of gravel (roughly 6–9 cubic yards), but exact capacity depends on the truck and the material’s density. Hello Gravel’s minimum order is 3 tons, so smaller jobs may be fulfilled by partial truckloads or shared deliveries. Confirm the delivered truck size and estimated tons on your quote at checkout.

Delivered price varies by gravel type, quantity, and your exact Edmonds location; the best way to see an accurate cost is to enter your zip code on Hello Gravel and request a quote. Our platform shows transparent delivered pricing and any delivery fees for your order. Keep in mind minimums, material choice, and optional services like tailgate spreading affect the final price.

The most cost-effective approach is buying in bulk (full truckload) and choosing locally sourced materials because regional supply reduces hauling costs. Consider recycled aggregates or crushed concrete as lower-cost alternatives for base layers. Use Hello Gravel to compare delivered prices from multiple local suppliers before you buy.

Crushed, angular rock (for example crushed basalt or crushed granite) compacts well and provides the best durability for driveways and drive-through areas in rainy West Washington. Materials with a mix of stone and fines (crusher run or class 2 base) lock together under compaction and resist rutting better than rounded pea gravel. Avoid loose, rounded stones for driveways where vehicle traction and compaction matter.

Two inches of gravel is typically too thin for a driveway in Edmonds’ wet climate and for regular vehicle traffic. A better approach is to install a compacted base of 4–8 inches of crushed base course, then a 2–3 inch surface layer of decorative or crushed stone. Proper base, compaction, and drainage are especially important here because our frequent rain can cause movement and settling.

One ton of typical crushed gravel is roughly 0.67 cubic yards and will cover about 217 square feet at 1 inch depth. That translates to about 108 square feet at 2 inches and about 72 square feet at 3 inches. Coverage varies by stone density and how tightly the material is compacted, so use these as approximate figures for planning.

For a 100 ft long by 10 ft wide driveway (1,000 sq ft): at 2 inches depth you need about 6.2 cubic yards (roughly 9–10 tons); at 3 inches about 9.3 cubic yards (roughly 14 tons); and at 4 inches about 12.4 cubic yards (roughly 18–19 tons). Adjust quantities if your driveway is wider, needs a thicker compacted base, or if local compaction rates differ—always round up slightly to account for compaction and waste.

You can put gravel over dirt, but without proper preparation it will quickly rut, wash out, or encourage weed growth in Edmonds’ rainy conditions. Best practice is to remove vegetation, grade and compact the subgrade, install geotextile fabric if needed, and add a compactable base layer before the surface gravel. Proper prep improves longevity and reduces the need for frequent replenishment.

Gravel driveways in Edmonds can last many years if well constructed and maintained, but expect regular maintenance: reshaping, topping up, and spot compaction every 1–5 years depending on traffic. With a properly built base and good drainage, many residential gravel drives remain functional for 10+ years before major resurfacing is needed. Heavy traffic areas and poor drainage will shorten that timeline.

Naming varies regionally, but “B gravel” or “B base” typically refers to a compactable base mix containing a range of particle sizes and fines (often called crusher run or class 2 base) used under pavements. “Gravel” as a general term can mean decorative, washed, or rounded stone without fines and is intended for surface use. Always ask your supplier for the material spec (size range, percent fines, and recommended use) to ensure you get the right product for base or surface layers.

For Edmonds and West Washington’s wet climate, a compactable crushed aggregate (crushed rock or crusher run) as the base with a 1–2 inch layer of 3/4u0022 crushed or washed rock on top works well. The compactable base resists rutting and the angular top layer provides drainage and traction. Because materials are regionally sourced, check local supplier samples on Hello Gravel to confirm color and texture.

Example: a two-car driveway 20 ft wide by 40 ft long (800 sq ft) needs about 9.9 cubic yards (about 15 tons) for a 4u0022 compacted base and another 4.9 cubic yards (about 7–8 tons) for a 2u0022 surface — roughly 22–24 tons total. Installation should include vegetation removal, grading, compacting the subgrade, spreading and compacting the base, then placing and finishing the surface layer. Request a delivery and installation quote through Hello Gravel and note that drivers may offer tailgate spreading at their discretion but it is not guaranteed.