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 Riverdale Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Riverdale (city population 5,660) sits inside the West California metro area (2.5+ million) and is experiencing steady, measured growth at 0.40% annually. With a temperate hardiness zone of 8b, about 228 sunny days per year, and 34.25 inches of annual rainfall, local homeowners face a balance of sun exposure and seasonal wetness that affects yards, driveways, and drainage systems. That combination drives steady demand for reliable aggregates: gravel is commonly used to stabilize driveways, improve drainage around foundations, and create low-maintenance garden paths. Because Riverdale projects often must handle both sun-driven drying and periodic heavy showers, residents look for materials that resist washout, compact well, and reflect the unique geology of West California.Popular Projects in Riverdale This Season
- Gravel Driveway25 tons
- Gravel Garden Path4 tons
- Gravel Patio Base8 tons
- Gravel Drainage Trench10 tons
- Gravel Front Yard Accent12 tons
Riverdale Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West California
- 🏘️ Population: 5,660
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.5+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 34.25 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 228/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 0.40% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Riverdale Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Moisture
- Feb–Apr: Wet Season Caution
- May–Sept: Dry Summer Stability
- Dec–Jan: Slow Winter Compaction
Summer Tip: Choose angular, crushed gravel for better compaction and drainage in Riverdale’s sunny but moderately wet climate; order at least the 3-ton minimum and request delivery timing that avoids forecasted storms.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Riverdale gravel Delivery
Everything you need to know about gravel delivery in Riverdale.
Costs vary with material type, tonnage, and haul distance. For Riverdale residential jobs, expect material plus delivery to commonly fall in the range of about $30 to $80 per ton delivered; short local deliveries often carry a modest flat fee while longer hauls or small orders can add $50 to $200 in trucking charges. Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum order; check your zip code and get a quote for an accurate price for your property.
Common choices in West California and Riverdale are 3/4" crushed stone for driveways, decomposed granite for paths and dry climates, pea gravel for patios and decorative areas, and river rock for accents and drainage features. Crushed angular stone locks together better for vehicle traffic while rounded pea and river rock are more comfortable underfoot but need edging to stay in place.
Use this rule: tons = (area in sqft * depth in inches) / 324 * 1.4 (typical gravel density). That works out to roughly 0.86 tons per 100 sqft at 2", 1.30 tons per 100 sqft at 3", and 1.73 tons per 100 sqft at 4". Remember Hello Gravel's 3-ton minimum and add 5% to 10% extra for compaction, grading, and waste.
For mixed conditions, angular crushed stone (3/4" minus or 3/4" clean) is a good all-around choice because it compacts and sheds water while resisting washout. Decomposed granite compacted with fines works well for dry paths but may rut in heavy downpours unless properly graded; pea gravel is fine for patios but needs good edging and a stable base to avoid migration during rains. Whatever you choose, a well-prepared base and proper drainage are key for local seasonal extremes.
Riverdale properties with clay or compacted soils will shed water less effectively and may need a thicker crushed-rock base and geotextile to prevent mixing and rutting. On slopes, expect more washout risk; use terraces, retaining edges, or gravel stabilizers and provide a drainage swale to direct runoff away from paved areas. A short site assessment helps determine if additional grading, base depth, or erosion controls are needed for your lot.
Hello Gravel requires a 3-ton minimum order, which is common for dump-truck deliveries in the region. Many local suppliers offer free delivery in near-by zones, but delivery fees increase with distance, tight access, small orders, or special drop locations; get a quote by entering your zip code to see specific fees for Riverdale. Scheduling and next-day options are available per Hello Gravel's delivery terms.
Professional installation costs depend on site prep, base depth, edging type, and local labor rates; typical installed gravel driveways in the area often run roughly $3 to $8 per square foot, while more complex jobs with excavation, drainage work, or premium edging can push costs to $8 to $12 per square foot. For patios or decorative areas with compacted decomposed granite and paver edging expect similar ranges; ask local contractors for written estimates that include material delivered by Hello Gravel if desired.
Gravel has a lower upfront material cost but requires ongoing maintenance: occasional raking, refilling low spots, weed control, and adding 1/2" to 1" of new material every few years depending on traffic. Asphalt has higher initial cost and periodic sealing and repairs but less frequent topping up; permeable pavers cost more upfront but reduce runoff and can last decades with minimal infill maintenance. Consider lifecycle tradeoffs for budget, drainage needs, and aesthetics when choosing a surface.
Regulations can vary widely by city and HOA even within small communities like Riverdale, so check your city planning office and any HOA covenants before installing visible front-yard gravel. Common restrictions include limits on front-yard coverage, preferred colors or materials, and requirements for drainage and curb cuts; getting approvals in advance avoids rework and potential fines.
For Riverdale projects, use a nonwoven geotextile fabric under the base to separate soil and prevent mixing; heavier-duty woven fabrics are better under driveways. Durable edging options include steel or aluminum landscape edging, concrete curbs, or timber with proper fasteners. Gravel stabilizers and grid systems (concrete or plastic grids and polymer stabilizers) are available locally and help lock stone in place for driveways and high-traffic areas; check local suppliers or ask Hello Gravel for product suggestions and compatibility with the material you order.
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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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