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October 26, 2026
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Railroad Ballast
Large angular stone for heavy drainage and pads
Large angular crushed stone (1½"-2½") originally cut for railroad track beds. Now a workhorse for heavy drainage, equipment pads, and rugged industrial sites.
Also called: ballast stone, ballast rock, track ballast.
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How it works
- We fix what we control. Wrong material, confirmed fulfillment errors, or orders we cannot complete are reviewed for replacement, refund, or another fair resolution.
- Safe delivery comes first. The driver chooses the final safe dump location on site. If your requested spot is not safely reachable, we deliver to the closest safe location available.
- Plans change. You can cancel free up to one full business day before delivery. Next-business-day orders cannot be cancelled once confirmed.
- Natural material varies. Color, texture, moisture, dust, and sizing can vary by quarry, supplier, season, and region.
Product Specifications
- Size
- 1½" – 2½"
- Shape
- Angular
- Weight
- ~3,000 lbs per cubic yard
- Coverage (4" deep)
- ~75 sq ft per ton
- Compaction
- Self-supporting — heavy load capacity
- Minimum Order
- 1 ton
Best For
Heavy drainageEquipment padsIndustrial sitesErosion control
“We chose a delivery date. The driver dropped it exactly where I asked. I had never ordered gravel in my life.”
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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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.
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Delivered to Your Door
We deliver right to your driveway or job site.
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.
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Current selectionRailroad Ballast
Size1½" – 2½"
ShapeAngular
MaterialVaries depending on location
Weight~3,000 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~2,700 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 is railroad ballast?
Railroad ballast is large, angular crushed stone, 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 inches, originally cut for railroad track beds. It supports itself under heavy loads and drains freely, so it is used for heavy drainage, equipment pads, industrial sites and erosion control. Ballast stone, ballast rock and track ballast are other names for it.
What customers say
4.81(218 reviews)
What customers say
Customers praise Hello Gravel's responsive communication, on-time deliveries, and helpful drivers who place material exactly where requested, though one reviewer reported a badly disorganized scheduli
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David P.
1 day ago
Verified
Excellent service from start to finish! I ordered 16 tons of driveway gravel, and everything went smoothly. Communication was great, and they made sure to arrange the right truck for the delivery since a larger truck wouldn’t fit in my driveway. The driver arrived on time and placed the gravel exactly where I wanted it. I really appreciate how easy they made the whole process. I highly recommend them!
October 26, 2026
Lee c.
2 days ago
Verified
Everything went well through the entire job
October 25, 2026
Matthew H.
3 days ago
Verified
Best service in the area. Well done.
October 25, 2026
Gregory B.
3 days ago
Verified
Right on time, friendly, professional and helpful.
October 24, 2026
Russell E.
6 days ago
Verified
The price for my product was good and the delivery was excellent. The delivery driver did exactly as I requested under very difficult conditions. I highly recommend this company!
October 22, 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.
Railroad ballast is listed for heavy drainage, equipment pads, industrial sites and erosion control; driveways are not among its uses. For a driveway, lay compacted road base with driveway gravel on top.
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