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3/8″ Crushed Stone
(#89 Stone) A smaller crushed stone perfect for walkways and more decorative applications. Pathways will come to life with garden-like aesthetics and be comfortable under foot. Also suitable for various groundcover applications, as an underlayment for patio paver and turf projects, for playground surfacing and for filling gaps between larger stones.
Compost
Premium compost packed with organic nutrients—perfect for revitalizing tired soil and supporting strong, healthy plant growth. Ideal for mixing into garden beds, raised beds, and landscapes needing a natural boost.
River Rock
Naturally rounded, decorative stone for landscaping, garden beds, and water features. Typically 1-2” in size, with options for larger sizes upon request. Comes in a variety of colors that vary based on location and natural stone availability, so please be sure to specify if you have color preferences.
Brown Shredded Mulch
Shredded bark and wood from trees like oak, hickory, and maple, used for landscaping and gardening applications. Provides moisture retention in your soil, weed suppression, temperature regulation for plants, and the gradual addition of organic matter as it decomposes slowly over time. Adds a beautiful, finished look to your home’s exterior.
Black Shredded Mulch
Rich black shredded hardwood mulch made from oak, hickory, and maple. Holds in moisture, blocks weeds, and gives your garden beds a bold look that makes green plants and colorful flowers stand out.
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Why Pocahontas Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Pocahontas, Illinois, is a small but active community with a city population of 3,100 and ties to a larger metro area of 2.6+ million people. That metro-level growth, rising at about 1.20% annually, translates into steady construction and homeowner activity rather than sudden booms—more frequent remodels, driveway and yard upgrades, and incremental infill projects. Local climate matters: Pocahontas averages 228 sunny days a year, about 35.50 inches of rain annually, and sits in hardiness zone 8b. Those conditions favor year-round exterior work but create a specific set of material needs—good drainage mixes to handle seasonal storms, UV-tolerant surface materials for long sun exposure, and stable bases that resist settling. For homeowners and contractors alike, having reliable access to bulk quantities of gravel, sand, dirt, mulch, and stone makes those projects predictable and efficient, especially when materials reflect the local geology and climate.Popular Projects in Pocahontas This Season
- Driveway Resurfacing12 tons of aggregate
- Backyard Grading and Drainage10 tons of fill dirt
- Garden Bed Installation8 tons of topsoil
- Pathway Construction6 tons of base material
- Landscape Berm Construction14 tons of landscaping mix
Pocahontas Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West Illinois
- 🏘️ Population: 3,100
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.6+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 35.50 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 228/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 1.20% annually
Best Times for Pocahontas Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Conditions
- Feb–Apr: Spring Thaw
- May–Sept: Peak Project Season
- Dec–Jan: Winter Weather Limits
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Frequently Asked Questions - Pocahontas Gravel Delivery
Everything you need to know about gravel delivery in Pocahontas.
Pocahontas experiences a Midwestern climate with freeze-thaw cycles and seasonal rain, which affects drainage and settling. Soils in the area often include silty loams and clays that hold water, so choose materials and layers that promote drainage and resist frost heave. For many projects, combining a stable base with surface materials helps prevent long-term movement.
Homeowners and contractors typically use a mix of base and surface materials depending on the project; materials such as gravel, sand, dirt, stone are commonly used across the region. Bases are chosen for compaction and stability while surface layers are chosen for appearance and drainage. Your choice should balance cost, maintenance needs, and how much traffic or erosion the area will see.
Local suppliers usually serve a radius around Pocahontas and fees depend on distance, load size, and site access. Hello Gravel shows transparent pricing when you check your zip code; minimum orders are typically 3 tons and many areas qualify for free delivery. Standard delivery generally takes 2+ business days, and next-day delivery may be available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee.
The best window for delivery and installation is typically late spring through early fall when ground is dry and crews have better access. Avoid scheduling heavy deliveries during freeze-thaw periods or during prolonged wet spells to reduce compaction and access problems. If you must work in shoulder seasons, plan for extra time and consider temporary protections for materials on-site.
Exact pricing varies by material type, local availability, and delivery distance, but a rough range for common bulk aggregates is about $15 to $60 per cubic yard (or about $20 to $60 per ton). Fines, specialty decorative stone, or long-haul deliveries can cost more. Use Hello Gravel’s quote tool for an up-to-date price for your zip code and project size.
Local ordinances or homeowner association rules may limit driveway width, surface type, runoff management, and visible materials, so check with Randolph County or any HOA before ordering. Stormwater and drainage rules can also affect grading and material choice. When in doubt, contact local building officials or Hello Gravel’s team for guidance before you buy.
Yes, contractors tend to prefer materials that are readily available locally because they are more economical and proven to perform in the local climate. That preference often influences choices of base material, gradation, and finish surfaces. Ask for local samples or references so you can see how a material performs nearby before committing.
Common concerns include runoff from sloped yards, low spots that pond water, and bank or roadside erosion after heavy rain. Choose materials and assemblies that encourage drainage—proper grading, permeable surfaces, and stabilized edges—and consider geotextile fabric or drainage piping for problem areas. Good site prep and directing water away from structures will reduce maintenance and material loss over time.
Freeze-thaw cycles can cause settling, shifting, and frost heave if the base is not well drained and compacted. Selecting materials with proper gradation for compaction and using a consolidated base layer reduce movement over time. For high-traffic areas, thicker bases and good drainage make the biggest difference in durability.
Materials are usually delivered by local dump truck fleets, often tri-axle trucks, and Hello Gravel coordinates delivery scheduling and pricing. Tailgate spreading may be offered at the driver’s discretion if requested at checkout, but it is not guaranteed. If you need additional placement or spreading, ask your supplier ahead of time—many local crews or contractors offer labor for an extra charge.
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!
Please fill out the Quote Request form and we will work up a quote for you! https://hellogravel.com/quote-form/
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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