Gravel in Spokane, WA

Delivered gravel prices in Spokane typically range from about $35 to $70 per cubic yard, depending on the product (pea gravel, crushed stone, crusher-run) and delivery distance. Heavier or specialty materials and small orders may cost more, and Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum on most orders.

A tri-axle dump truck in Spokane usually carries about 10 to 12 cubic yards (roughly 14 to 18 tons). Delivered price for a single truckload commonly runs from about $350 to $900, depending on material type, site conditions, and haul distance.

For a 20-foot driveway 10 feet wide: at 3u0022 depth you need about 1.2 cubic yards (about 1.7 tons); at 4u0022 depth about 1.6 cubic yards (about 2.2 tons). For a 100-foot driveway 10 feet wide: at 3u0022 you need about 9.3 cubic yards (about 13 tons); at 4u0022 about 12.3 cubic yards (about 17 tons). Multiply those quantities by Spokane delivered rates (roughly $35-$70/yd3) to estimate cost, and remember Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum on most orders.

Two inches is only a thin top layer and is not enough for a driveway that will see vehicle traffic in Spokane's freeze-thaw conditions. For longevity, build a compacted base of 4 to 6 inches of crusher-run or compactable base, then a 2 to 3 inch wearing course of 3/4u0022 crushed stone; for heavy vehicles consider a deeper base. Good drainage and compaction are essential to prevent washouts and frost heave.

Coverage depends on depth, but as a rule of thumb one ton of gravel covers about 100 sq ft at 2 inches depth and about 50 sq ft at 4 inches. Different gravel densities change the numbers slightly, so use these as estimates and check with Hello Gravel's material calculator for a precise quantity.

If you need only a small amount, picking up gravel in a pickup can be cheapest once you factor in time and labor. For larger jobs, bulk delivery is usually most cost-effective per ton, especially with Hello Gravel's regional suppliers and scheduled delivery; remember our minimum order is often 3 tons. Get quotes for both options and include labor, hauling distance, and time when comparing total cost.

With a properly prepared base and regular maintenance (periodic regrading and topping up), a gravel driveway can last many years to decades. In Spokane's climate choose crushed stone or crusher-run for bases and a crushed wearing course (3/4u0022 minus or 3/4u0022 clean crushed) for durability; rounded pea gravel wears faster and shifts more under traffic.

Upfront, gravel is almost always cheaper: a gravel driveway typically costs about $1 to $3 per square foot installed, while concrete often runs $6 to $12 per square foot installed depending on finish and reinforcement. Gravel also requires more frequent maintenance (regrading, topping up) while concrete has higher initial cost but lower routine upkeep; consider long-term maintenance when comparing total cost.

One cubic yard equals 27 cubic feet. If your wheelbarrow holds about 3 cubic feet, expect roughly 9 wheelbarrow loads; a smaller 2-cubic-foot barrow would be about 13 to 14 loads. Adjust your labor estimate for heavier lifting and time to spread and compact material.

Crusher-run (also called crusher fines or 3/4u0022 minus) compacts into a firm surface and is commonly used for driveways and paths; polymer-stabilized gravels or binders can make loose stone behave more like a paved surface. These stabilized products usually cost more than loose gravel — expect a premium that can be 10% to 50% higher depending on the binder and prep needed — and they require proper base preparation and installation for best results.