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 Southern Pacific / Richards Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Southern Pacific / Richards is a growing community of 1,500 residents inside a broader metro area of 2.3+ million, expanding at about 2.50% annually. Located in USDA hardiness zone 8b with 228 sunny days and roughly 33.20 inches of rain per year, the local climate supports year-round outdoor projects but also creates specific needs for durable, low-maintenance materials. As infill development and home renovations continue, homeowners and small contractors need aggregates that manage drainage, reduce erosion, and stand up to sun exposure. Quality, locally sourced gravel helps avoid extra hauling, matches regional soil and color, and provides a dependable, permeable surface for high-traffic areas and landscape features. In Southern Pacific / Richards, gravel is a practical choice because well-graded mixes shed water during seasonal storms and resist washout under sun-dry cycles. Suppliers in the region offer mixes suited to local geology—angular crushed stone for driveways and compacted bases, and rounded pea gravel for patios and decorative areas—so you get material that performs where you live. Hello Gravel connects homeowners to these trusted local suppliers, shows transparent pricing, and schedules dump-truck delivery (minimum order 3 tons). Next-day delivery is available for orders placed before noon CST, and tailgate spreading may be requested at checkout and assessed by the driver upon arrival.Popular Projects in Southern Pacific / Richards This Season
- Southern Pacific gravel driveway40 tons
- Richards gravel backyard patio12 tons
- gravel drainage swale15 tons
- gravel garden pathways6 tons
- gravel shed base10 tons
Southern Pacific / Richards Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: California Region
- 🏘️ Population: 1,500
- 🏡 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 Southern Pacific / Richards Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Temps
- Feb–Apr: Wet Season Caution
- May–Sept: Dry Summer Ideal
- Dec–Jan: Slow Winter Curing
Summer Tip: For Southern Pacific / Richards' soils and 33.20 inches of annual rainfall, choose angular crushed gravel for driveways and rounded pea gravel for paths; grade surfaces to shed water and order the 3 tons minimum through Hello Gravel.
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Delivery cost depends on material type, supplier, and distance from the local quarry. A full dump-truck load (tri-axle) typically carries about 10-12 cubic yards (roughly 15-18 tons, depending on rock density), and Hello Gravel shows the exact delivery price for your zip code during checkout. Keep in mind our minimum order is 3 tons and next-day delivery may carry an extra fee.
Prices vary by gravel type, local quarry supply, and season, so per-yard and per-ton rates are listed in our online quotes for Richards, CA. Expect regional differences due to local geology and haul distance; use our calculator or request a quote to see current per-yard and per-ton pricing for the exact material you need. Installation or spreading is usually an extra charge and may be handled separately by local crews.
A 10x10 patio (100 ft2) at 2 inches depth needs about 0.6 cubic yards (roughly 0.9 tons). A 20-ft driveway example (20 ft long by 10 ft wide = 200 ft2) at 3 inches depth requires about 1.85 cubic yards (roughly 2.8 tons). For driveways you may prefer 3-4 inches of compactable base and should add 5-10% extra for waste and compaction.
Ten cubic yards is commonly handled by a single tri-axle truck and pricing will appear in your Hello Gravel quote for Richards, CA; costs depend on material and delivery distance. You can request tailgate spreading at checkout, but drivers perform spreading at their discretion and Hello Gravel does not guarantee spreading service. If placement is required, ask for local labor estimates or contractor referrals when you order.
One cubic yard of gravel weighs roughly 1.4-1.7 tons, so you will need about 60 bags of 50 lb gravel to equal one cubic yard. Bagged gravel is sometimes available from local stores or suppliers, but bulk delivery is almost always more cost effective for most projects; check Hello Gravel or local suppliers for bagged options and pallet delivery availability.
A full-size pickup can sometimes carry up to about 1 cubic yard by volume but often cannot handle the weight safely, since one cubic yard of gravel can weigh around 1.5 tons (3,000 lb). Hello Gravel delivers by dump truck (tri-axle) which is safer for bulk loads and subject to our minimum order of 3 tons; pickup-size deliveries or customer pickups are generally priced differently and may not be offered through our standard service. For small DIY jobs, compare pickup rental, local store bag prices, or a small load through our checkout to see cost differences.
A typical wheelbarrow holds about 3 cubic feet, so one cubic yard (27 cubic feet) is roughly nine wheelbarrow loads. Hand-spreading and raking one cubic yard usually takes one person 30-90 minutes depending on site access and difficulty; contractors often price by the hour or per yard, so request local labor estimates for Richards, CA through our team. If you have limited access or steep slopes, expect more time and possibly higher labor rates.
Lower-cost options in the California Region commonly include crushed concrete (recycled aggregate), bank-run gravel, and crusher-run base material, which are often cheaper than decorative pea gravel or washed stone. Availability depends on local suppliers and seasonal stock at nearby quarries, so check Hello Gravel for current inventory and pricing in Richards, CA. Recycled materials can be a good budget option for base courses and driveways but may not be suitable where a clean, decorative finish is required.
For a lasting pea gravel area we recommend a compacted base of 3-4 inches of crushed rock or crusher-run and a layer of woven geotextile fabric to reduce weed growth and migration. Use edging to contain the gravel and consider a thicker base (4-6 inches) for driveways or vehicle traffic and proper drainage given Richards' seasonal rains. Hello Gravel can add these materials to your order or suggest local installers who handle base prep and fabric installation.
Pea gravel is not ideal for high-traffic driveways, steep slopes, or locations where stones will migrate or make walking difficult, especially during rainy season when it can wash out. For driveways and high-traffic areas consider compactable alternatives like 3/4" crushed stone, crusher-run, or stabilized decomposed granite, which track less and compact into a firm surface. Check local supplier options in Richards to find the best material for load-bearing and drainage needs.
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.
Please type in your zip code on any product screen and it will let you know if we service your area. The chances are that we do!
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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