Patricia B.
4 days ago
Verified
From ordering online, communication, to delivery everything was outstanding! Highly recommend Hello Gravel and will definitely use again.
June 5, 2026
Railroad Ballast
Sold by the ton
Large angular crushed stone (1½"-2½") originally cut for railroad track beds. Now a workhorse for heavy drainage, equipment pads, and rugged industrial sites.
“We chose a delivery date. The driver dropped it exactly where I asked. I had never ordered gravel in my life.”
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Why Choose This Product
Heavy-Duty
Sized for serious load-bearing — built to handle anything.
Excellent Drainage
Big voids let water move fast under pressure.
Long-Lasting
Won't break down or wash away under heavy traffic.
Delivery Included
Free delivery right to your driveway. No rental trucks needed.
How Delivery Works
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Browse Products
Explore our range of gravel, stone, and landscaping materials.
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Calculate Amount
Use our calculator to find exactly how much you need.
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Schedule Delivery
Pick a delivery date that works for your project timeline.
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Delivered to Your Door
We deliver right to your driveway or job site.
1
Browse Products
Explore our range of gravel, stone, and landscaping materials.
2
Calculate Amount
Use our calculator to find exactly how much you need.
3
Schedule Delivery
Pick a delivery date that works for your project timeline.
4
Delivered to Your Door
We deliver right to your driveway or job site.
Product Specifications
Size 1½" – 2½"
Shape Angular
Material Varies depending on location
Weight ~2,800 lbs per cubic yard
Coverage (4" deep) ~75 sq ft per ton
Color Varies depending on location
Compaction Self-supporting — heavy load capacity
Minimum Order 1 ton
Common Uses
Drainage Projects
Open voids handle high-volume water flow without clogging.
Equipment & RV Pads
A stable, mud-free pad that won't rut under heavy machinery.
Industrial Yards
Holds up to forklift, truck, and container traffic in working yards.
Erosion Control
Heavy enough to stay put around culverts, slopes, and drainage outlets.
Compare Materials
Railroad BallastCurrent selection
Size1½" – 2½"
ShapeAngular
MaterialVaries depending on location
Weight~2,800 lbs per cubic yard
Coverage (4" deep)~75 sq ft per ton
ColorVaries depending on location
CompactionSelf-supporting — heavy load capacity
Minimum Order1 ton
Coverage (2" deep)—
Delivery—
Best For
Heavy drainageEquipment padsIndustrial sitesErosion control
Drain Rock
SizeVaries depending on location
ShapeAngular
MaterialVaries depending on location
Weight~2,800 lbs per cubic yard
Coverage (4" deep)—
ColorVaries depending on location
Compaction—
Minimum Order1 ton
Coverage (2" deep)~100 sq ft per ton
DeliveryDump truck, directly to your location
Best For
French drainsRetaining wallsFoundation drainageDry wells
Ballast and #4 crushed stone overlap heavily — pick whichever your local supply yard stocks. For very heavy erosion control, step up to riprap.
What customers say
4.85(167 reviews)
What customers say
Customers rave about Hello Gravel's seamless ordering process, exceptional communication from staff, and reliably fast deliveries with accurate material placement.
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Priority m.
5 days ago
Verified
Got everything delivered on time, very time efficient. Love the service.
June 3, 2026
Priority m.
1 week ago
Verified
grat and easy to deal with rapid response
June 1, 2026
James D.
1 week ago
Verified
The experience was great, communication is wonderful it's went clear on what I ordered and made some friends along the way. The ordering was smooth and easy, they made sure to help with the yardage. And the delivery was alsome, they put it exactly where I needed it. Thanks 👍
May 31, 2026
Catherine C.
1 week ago
Verified
I purchased 8 tons of 3/4 crushed stone for a project at my off-grid eco-village. The area where I live is a little tricky to get large deliveries to but with some amazing help from Cadian, I managed to get the delivery within the tight-timeline. Cadian was on top of all the communications I sent him both text and email, he definitely made my experience much pleasant than it could have been. I would work with these guys again because they know what good customer support looks like.
May 31, 2026
Jennifer B.
1 week ago
Verified
Communication was great. Delivery was on time. Ordering was simple and all questions were answered in a timely manner.
May 30, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Use our built-in calculator on this page — enter the length, width, and depth of your project area, and we'll calculate the exact amount. As a general rule, 1 ton of material covers about 100 square feet at 2 inches deep.
We deliver directly to your driveway or project site using a dump truck. Just choose your delivery date and time window (AM or PM) during checkout. Next-day delivery is available on orders placed before noon.
Yes! Delivery is included in the price you see — no hidden fees, no surprises. The price per ton (or yard) you see is the price you pay, delivered.
The minimum order is typically 1 ton (or 1 cubic yard for mulch and soil products). Our pricing gets better with larger quantities — a full truckload (18 tons) gives you the best per-unit price.
Due to the nature of bulk materials, we cannot accept returns once delivered. We recommend using our calculator to get the right amount — it's better to order slightly more than to run short mid-project.
Railroad Ballast is large angular crushed stone — typically 1½" to 2½" — sized to lock together and drain heavily under load. The exact size is in the spec table above.
For driveways and parking areas, we recommend a 4-6 inch base of compacted road base or #610 underneath your surface gravel. This prevents sinking and extends the life of your project.
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