Known for its natural look, this compact, durable material drains well and holds up in high-traffic areas. Made from crushed and weathered granite down to a mix of fine gravel and sand—best for patios, paths, driveways, and landscape projects. Can range in color from light brown and tan to reddish and gray, depending on the natural stone color in the region.
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Decomposed Granite
Known for its natural look, this compact, durable material drains well and holds up in high-traffic areas. Made from crushed and weathered granite down to a mix of fine gravel and sand—best for patios, paths, driveways, and landscape projects. Can range in color from light brown and tan to reddish and gray, depending on the natural stone color in the region.
Walkway Gravel
A smaller ⅜” crushed stone that is great for paths, patios, and garden walkways. Comfortable under foot thanks to its smaller size, and creates a beautiful garden-like atmosphere.
Road Base
(Class 5 | ABC | Crusher Run) A mixture of crushed limestone or granite, gravel, and sand, ranging from 1 ½” in size down to fines (small particles). Commonly used for constructing roads, driveway bases, parking lots, and other paved and unpaved surfaces. Intended to be compacted, hence the inclusion of fines within the material to provide support and be resistant to erosion and shifting.
Driveway Gravel
A ¾”-1” clean, crushed stone ideal for rejuvenating worn down gravel driveways, or for installing a fresh new driveway on your property. Aesthetically pleasing and functional!
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Why Melrose Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Melrose has a city population of 6,600 and sits inside a metro area population of 2.3+ million. With a growth rate of 2.50% annually, the area is seeing steady home improvement and development activity. The local climate — USDA hardiness zone 8b with 228 sunny days per year and an annual rainfall of 33.20 inches — supports year‑round outdoor work but also creates seasonal drainage and erosion concerns. That mix of steady population growth, active landscaping, and moderate but regular rainfall drives demand for dependable aggregates. Homeowners look for quality gravel to build durable driveways, stabilize slopes, create permeable paths, and improve drainage where local soils otherwise hold water.Popular Projects in Melrose This Season
- gravel driveway resurfacing18 tons
- gravel backyard drainage trench4 tons
- gravel patio and walkway6 tons
- gravel base for shed pad8 tons
- gravel xeriscape front yard10 tons
Melrose Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: California Region
- 🏘️ Population: 6,600
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.3+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 33.20 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 228/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 2.50% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Melrose Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Temps
- Feb–Apr: Moderate Spring Moisture
- May–Sept: Dry Season Compaction
- Dec–Jan: Wet Season Limits
Summer Tip: For Melrose's soils and an annual rainfall of 33.20 inches, choose angular crushed gravel for base layers to improve drainage; order at least the 3-ton minimum and schedule delivery on a dry day for easier spreading.
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Everything you need to know about gravel delivery in Melrose.
Prices for a 10-yard load vary by gravel type, supplier, and delivery fees in Melrose. Instead of a fixed number, get an instant quote on our site or contact our team—they will factor material type, local availability, and delivery. Expect price differences between decorative river rock, crushed stone, and recycled materials.
Buying bulk by the ton or cubic yard delivered by dump truck is almost always cheaper than buying bagged material for the same volume. In Melrose, look for locally sourced crushed rock or recycled concrete, which tend to be lower-cost options due to regional availability and lower transport costs. Remember our minimum order is 3 tons, which often makes delivery the economical choice.
One cubic yard equals 27 cubic feet and will cover approximately 324 sq ft at 1" depth, 162 sq ft at 2" depth, 108 sq ft at 3" depth, or 81 sq ft at 4" depth. For driveways and paths in Melrose we typically recommend 3" to 4" for a top layer over a compacted base. Use these numbers to estimate your needs or try our online material calculator for an exact estimate.
Common local options include crushed stone (angular, good for compaction), pea gravel (rounded, decorative), river rock (larger, smooth stones for drainage or accents), and decomposed granite (DG) favored in California landscapes. Regional geology affects color and texture, so Melrose customers often see warm tan DG and mixed crushed rock from nearby quarries.
Cost depends on truck size, material, and distance from the supplier; tri-axle (typical dump) loads commonly used in our network hold about 10 to 12 cubic yards. For accurate pricing to Melrose, request a quote through our platform—quotes include material, delivery, and any local fees. We can also advise if a smaller delivery or split load makes sense for your site.
You’ll need the driveway width and desired depth to calculate exactly, but as an example: a 20 ft long by 10 ft wide driveway at 3" depth requires about 1.85 cubic yards (round up to 2 cubic yards). Because our minimum order is 3 tons and cubic yard-to-ton conversions vary by material, we recommend using our calculator or contacting us so we can match the right quantity to your project.
Total cost depends on material choice, delivery, base preparation, compaction, and any spreading labor. Gravel itself is usually the smaller portion of the total; site prep and compaction increase durability in Melrose’s seasonal rains. Request a detailed quote so we can estimate material, delivery, and optional services like tailgate spreading or compaction guidance.
Recycled crushed concrete, road base, and crusher-run are commonly less expensive than decorative river rock or specialty gravels in the Melrose area. These options still provide good compaction and performance for driveways and utilitarian areas, though they’re less decorative than pea gravel or polished river rock. We can help you pick a budget-friendly option that meets performance needs.
Gravel is generally cheaper upfront than pouring a concrete slab, but concrete typically requires less long-term maintenance and offers a different lifespan and look. In Melrose, consider drainage and local rainfall when choosing; gravel may need periodic top-ups and grading after strong rains. Evaluate upfront budget versus long-term maintenance to decide which fits your project.
Truck sizes vary, but a common tri-axle dump holds about 10 cubic yards. That 10-yard load covers roughly 3,240 sq ft at 1" depth, 1,620 sq ft at 2" depth, 1,080 sq ft at 3" depth, and 810 sq ft at 4" depth. Check the exact truck size and desired depth for a precise coverage estimate for your Melrose site.
One cubic yard of gravel is roughly 27 cubic feet. Because a 50 lb bag of gravel is about 0.5 cubic feet, you would need about 54 bags to equal one cubic yard. For Melrose projects larger than a few bags, bulk delivery is usually faster and more cost-effective.
Locally sourced crushed rock and recycled crushed concrete tend to be the most affordable choices around Melrose due to regional availability and lower transport costs. Price can still vary by supplier and seasonal demand, so we recommend requesting a quote through our platform to see current local pricing. Keep in mind that cheaper aggregates may require more maintenance for certain uses.
You can for small, temporary areas, but for driveways or high-traffic surfaces we recommend a compacted base (crushed rock or crusher-run) and optional geotextile fabric to improve drainage and reduce mixing with soil. Melrose’s seasonal rains and local soil types mean a proper base helps prevent rutting and washout. Ask us about recommended base depths for your intended use.
Yes—options include decomposed granite stabilized with a binder, resin-bound gravel, and polymer-stabilized mixes that lock the stones together and reduce displacement. These products offer a firmer surface than loose gravel and are increasingly popular in California landscaping where a semi-permeable, tidy look is desired. If you want a hardened finish, we can help identify suppliers and stabilized mixes suitable for Melrose conditions.
Three cubic yards equals 81 cubic feet and will cover about 972 sq ft at 1" depth, 486 sq ft at 2" depth, 324 sq ft at 3" depth, or 243 sq ft at 4" depth. Gravel weight varies by type, but a common rule is roughly 2,700 to 3,000 lbs per cubic yard, so 3 cubic yards will weigh about 4 to 4.5 tons—remember our delivery minimum is 3 tons, so we can advise on quantities that meet both your project and delivery requirements.
As of today, we require 2 business days for delivery.
Use our material calculator here: https://hellogravel.com/calculator/ to enter the length, width and depth measurements of your project. It will automatically calculate the cubic yards/tons needed. If you are unsure how much to order, contact our team for guidance.
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The material will be delivered via dump truck. If your order is under 20 tons, then it will likely be just one dump truck load. If your order is more than 20 tons, it will be more than one dump truck load.
Absolutely! Try our aggregate quiz here: https://hellogravel.com/aggregate-quiz/ Alternatively,you can call us, chat with us (box in the bottom right corner of the website), or email us!
We cannot get out of the truck and manually spread it. However, depending on the location, safety, and comfortability of the driver – we may be able to tailgate spread your material. This involves pulling the truck forward as material is being dumped to make it easier for you to distribute material after delivery.
The minimum order size is 3 tons.
Hassle Free! Our goal is to make the buying process for gravel and other aggregates as easy and seamless as possible. Enter your zip code on our site, select how much material you need (see below FAQ’s to determine order size), select the date and time frame you would like your material delivered at Checkout, and place your order with any major credit card. After the order is placed our in-house support team will contact you to confirm the details. We will send additional confirmations on the day before and the day of delivery. On delivery day, a dump truck will arrive to dump the materials at your specified location. We request that you have someone available to accept the delivery so that we can make sure to dump it in the correct location. That’s it!
No, because we are a national supplier, we utilize our existing network of suppliers across the country. Therefore, the materials will likely be delivered from a contracted trucking company.
We specialize in making the aggregate buying process as easy and seamless as possible by managing the process from end to end. We have a network of suppliers that we source the materials from where we have negotiated rates. However, we do charge a markup and because of this you may be able to find the materials cheaper on your own. But if you want a hassle free experience, then we are for you!
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Although uncommon, due to regional sourcing, the type and color of our materials may vary somewhat from the images on our website, reflecting the unique geological offerings of your area. Please communicate any specifications you desire to our team so we can consider them during the sourcing process.
Please contact our customer service team promptly if you experience any delivery or product quality issues. We will work to resolve them satisfactorily.
We are headquartered in New Orleans, LA. However, we have a network of suppliers across the country from which we provide the materials.
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