Gravel in Montgomery, AL

Prices vary by material and supplier, but expect typical delivered gravel in Montgomery to run roughly $25 to $45 per ton (about $30 to $60 per cubic yard). Final price depends on gravel type (pea, crushed stone, road base), local availability, and delivery distance; check your zip code on Hello Gravel for exact pricing and any delivery fees.

One cubic yard of gravel covers about 162 square feet at a 2-inch depth, about 108 square feet at 3 inches, and about 54 square feet at 6 inches. Actual coverage changes with stone size and how much the material settles, so round up slightly when ordering for projects in Montgomery's wet climate.

Buying in bulk (by the ton or cubic yard) and having it delivered is usually most economical for yards or driveways, since bagged gravel from big-box stores costs more per unit. For small jobs, consider picking up a few cubic yards yourself if you have a truck and trailer; for larger orders, Hello Gravel connects you to local suppliers and delivery options with transparent pricing.

Two inches is generally too thin for a driveway, especially in Montgomery where clay soils and heavy rain can cause rutting and washout. For a residential driveway, aim for a compacted base of 3 to 6 inches of crushed stone or road base, topped by 2 to 3 inches of surface gravel, depending on traffic and drainage.

A common tri-axle dump truck carries roughly 10 to 12 cubic yards of gravel, which will cover about 1,600 to 1,944 square feet at a 2-inch depth. Actual truck capacity and coverage vary by local hauler and material density; Hello Gravel schedules tri-axle deliveries and lists estimated yards per load during checkout.

Costs depend on length, depth, and gravel type; for example, a 20 ft wide by 50 ft long driveway (1,000 sq ft) at a 3-inch depth needs about 9.3 cubic yards of material. At typical local pricing, plan for roughly $300 to $700 in material plus delivery and compaction—get a precise quote through Hello Gravel with your exact address and preferred material.

For a 10 ft by 10 ft area (100 sq ft), 2 inches of pea gravel requires about 0.62 cubic yards, so order 1 cubic yard to allow for compaction and waste. In weight, that’s roughly 0.8 to 1.2 tons depending on moisture and stone type; many Montgomery homeowners round up to one full cubic yard for easy delivery.

You can for short-term paths or decorative areas, but for long-term use—driveways or high-traffic surfaces—you should remove topsoil, grade and compact the subgrade, and install a crushed-stone base and proper drainage. Montgomery's clay-rich soils and seasonal heavy rains make a stable base and good drainage especially important to prevent settling and washouts.

Tractor Supply stores commonly carry bagged decorative gravels and sometimes small bulk options, but availability varies by location. For larger bulk orders and scheduled truck delivery in Montgomery, Hello Gravel connects you with local suppliers and haulers and is often more convenient than store pickup.

A cubic yard of gravel typically weighs about 1.2 to 1.6 tons depending on the stone type and moisture; a good rule of thumb is 1 cubic yard ≈ 1.3 tons. Use the specific material's density when available and round up to account for compaction and moisture in Alabama's humid climate.

Factor in gravel type (pea, crushed, road base), desired depth, drainage needs, and Montgomery's local soil and rainfall patterns; also remember Hello Gravel's minimum order (3 tons) and delivery options including next-day requests. Request tailgate spreading at checkout if needed—drivers may do it at their discretion—and contact our team for help calculating quantities and getting an exact quote.