Gravel in Saintamant, LA

Gravel material in the West Louisiana/Saintamant area typically runs about $25 to $60 per ton delivered depending on type (pea, crushed stone, river rock) and truck access. A standard 2-car driveway (about 800 sq ft) at 2-4 inches of depth will usually need 7 to 15 tons, so expect material-only costs roughly $175 to $900, plus any delivery or spreading fees. Hello Gravel requires a 3-ton minimum and offers standard delivery in 2+ business days; next-day delivery is available for an extra fee if ordered before noon CST. Prices vary by supplier, so get a local quote for exact numbers.

For Saintamant's humid climate and sticky clay soils, angular crushed stone (¾" to 1" crushed limestone or crushed granite) performs best because it locks together and resists rutting and washouts. Washed river rock or pea gravel looks neat but can shift and float in heavy rain unless installed over a solid base and edge restraints. Consider a compacted crushed-stone base with a smaller washed gravel or stone dust surface for best balance of drainage and stability.

A practical estimating rule for common gravels in Saintamant is to assume a material density around 100-110 lb/ft3. That means one ton covers roughly 110 sq ft at 2" depth, 73 sq ft at 3" depth, and 55 sq ft at 4" depth. For a typical 2-car driveway (~800 sq ft) you will need about 7-8 tons at 2", about 11 tons at 3", and about 14-15 tons at 4"; order 5-10% extra to allow for compaction and settling.

Expect more frequent maintenance in Saintamant because heavy rain and clay subsoils can cause rutting and washouts; plan on light maintenance like grading and addressing low spots once a year and adding fresh material every 1-3 years. DIY regrading with a rake or rented box blade costs little besides rental fees; adding 1-3 tons of gravel when needed will cost material-only roughly $25 to $180 depending on type and quantity. More extensive contractor maintenance (grading, compaction, dust treatment) typically runs a few hundred dollars depending on access and scope.

Crushed concrete is often cheaper per ton than new quarried stone and compacts into a firm surface that resists rutting, making it a practical option in rural Saintamant settings. Drainage is similar to crushed stone if the material is well graded, but crushed concrete can contain fines and rebar fragments, so inspect the source and expect more dust without a top dressing. For appearance and consistent sizing, quarried crushed stone generally looks and performs better long term, but crushed concrete can be a cost-effective choice for farm lanes and service drives.

Most local suppliers and haulers serving Saintamant offer delivery by dump truck; Hello Gravel's network typically uses tri-axle trucks and enforces a 3-ton minimum order. Spreading and compaction are sometimes offered by suppliers or third-party contractors but are often not included; tailgate spreading may be offered at the driver's discretion and is not guaranteed. If you need spreading and compaction, request it when ordering and confirm whether the supplier or driver will provide those services and any additional fees.

Many small Louisiana towns and unincorporated parishes have few restrictions for private driveways, but rules vary and Saintamant homeowners should check with their parish public works or planning office before starting work. Homeowners in subdivisions or with an HOA should review deed restrictions and covenants, as some HOAs restrict gravel or require a specific surface or edge treatments. When in doubt, contact your local parish office or HOA for guidance before ordering materials.

On clay slopes in Saintamant, start with good drainage: add swales, outlet pipes, or edge ditches to move water away from the driveway. Install a geotextile fabric over soft subgrade, then place a 4" to 6" compacted base of angular crushed stone (3/4" minus or similar) and finish with 1.5" to 3" of smaller surface gravel for wear and drainage. Proper compaction between layers and sturdy edge restraints will greatly reduce rutting and washouts on slopes.

Measure your area and use the ton estimates above, then add 5-10% extra for compaction and unforeseen settling. Note access limitations (narrow driveways, low-hanging trees) in Order Notes so haulers can plan the proper truck and avoid delivery delays, and request spreading at checkout if you want the driver to consider it (remember it is at their discretion). If you need help, call Hello Gravel at 855-241-8884 or text 844-407-3734 for local supplier recommendations and a tailored quote.

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.