Gravel, Sand & Bulk Material Delivery in Dunkirk, IN

Dunkirk sits on the border of Jay County and Blackford County, so permit rules can involve the City of Dunkirk plus either county planning or highway departments depending on your property location. For driveway cuts, curb work, or any work affecting a public road you should contact Dunkirk City Hall and the appropriate county highway or planning office to confirm permit, culvert, and right-of-way requirements before ordering materials.

Common choices in this region include road base, crushed stone, pea gravel, sand, and screened dirt — in other words, typical gravel, sand, dirt, stone options. The best material depends on load, drainage, and maintenance needs: coarser mixes hold up better under vehicle traffic, finer materials work for top dressing or leveling, and blended bases are used for structural layers.

Start by matching material performance to the project: structural base for driveways and farm lanes, finer top layers for walking areas or decorative beds, and sand or screened dirt for grading and planting. Also consider drainage, freeze-thaw cycles in Indiana, desired appearance, and how much maintenance you want; use our aggregate quiz or contact our team for a recommendation based on your site conditions and intended use.

Hello Gravel's minimum order is 3 tons. Standard delivery is generally 2+ business days, with next-day delivery available for orders placed before noon CST for an additional fee, and deliveries are made by contracted dump truck fleets (typically tri-axle trucks). Delivery fees vary by supplier and location; many areas offer free delivery but you should check your zip code at checkout for exact pricing and timing.

Measure the length, width, and planned depth to calculate volume (length x width x depth), convert cubic feet to cubic yards by dividing by 27, and then add 10–25% for compaction and waste. As an example, a 20' x 20' driveway at 4 inches deep is about 5 cubic yards in place, so you might order 6–8 cubic yards depending on compaction and subgrade; tonnage depends on material density, so get a ton estimate when you select your material.

Permit requirements vary by jurisdiction and by whether work impacts a public road, drainage, or right-of-way. Always check with Dunkirk City Hall and the relevant county highway or planning office before delivery if you plan to place material in or near a public right-of-way, perform curb cuts, or alter driveway approaches.

Some local suppliers and haulers offer tailgate spreading, light grading, or compaction as an add-on, but these services are offered at the driver's discretion and are not guaranteed. When available, charges are typically billed as a fixed fee or hourly rate in addition to material and delivery — for larger grading/compaction jobs we recommend hiring a local contractor and requesting this service at checkout so we can coordinate with the supplier.

Seasonal factors matter: spring thaw and heavy rains can limit access to wet sites, winter freeze can restrict deliveries in rural lanes, and demand spikes in spring and fall can affect lead times and price. Plan ahead for spring and fall projects, check availability for large orders, and allow extra scheduling time during peak landscaping seasons.

Many regional suppliers offer recycled crushed concrete or mixed recycled stone, but availability depends on local facilities. Hello Gravel can check suppliers in your zip code and present recycled and conventional options so you can compare price and performance for your project.

Hello Gravel accepts major credit cards, PayPal, and Apple Pay online; approved contractors may arrange invoicing or net terms depending on account status. For larger commercial or public projects, suppliers or haulers may request certificates of insurance or specific billing arrangements, so confirm payment and insurance requirements with our team when you request a quote.

Installed cost depends on material type, amount, site preparation, access, and whether you need spreading, grading, or compaction. Use our online material calculator and request a quote through the site or contact our team with project dimensions and access details so we can connect you with local suppliers and provide a tailored estimate.

Enter your zip code on our website to confirm availability, choose the material and amount using the material calculator, and pick a delivery date on the checkout calendar. You can add delivery notes for placement, request optional services like tailgate spreading, and contact our support team by phone or text if you need help or want to confirm county permit or access questions.

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.