Gravel in South Baton Rouge, LA

Local prices vary by supplier and material, but typical ranges in the Baton Rouge area are: crushed concrete or recycled aggregate $18-$35 per ton, pea gravel $30-$55 per ton, 3/8" to 3/4" crushed stone $35-$60 per ton, and decorative river rock $50-$100 per ton. Prices depend on delivery distance, truck type, and any spreading service; check your zip code on Hello Gravel for exact quotes.

Next-day delivery is sometimes available from local suppliers and haulers but depends on truck availability and order timing; call or check Hello Gravel for current same-day options. Our platform's minimum order is 3 tons, and some local suppliers may have different minimums or additional fees for expedited delivery.

For clay-heavy soils and our humid subtropical climate, use angular, crushed stone like 3/4" crushed stone or #57 crushed stone for base and drainage because they lock together and shed water. Pea gravel or small river rock work well as a surface layer for walkways, while clean washed stone is best for drainage features; consider geotextile fabric under gravel to separate it from clay subsoil.

A 20x30 ft area is 600 sq ft. At 3 inches (0.25 ft) you need about 5.6 cubic yards, roughly 7.5–8.5 tons; at 4 inches (0.33 ft) you need about 7.4 cubic yards, roughly 10–11 tons. Order 10-15% extra to allow for compaction, grading, and waste, and remember Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum.

Permit and HOA requirements vary across South Baton Rouge and East Baton Rouge Parish; many locations do not require a permit for resurfacing an existing driveway, but front-yard changes often trigger HOA review. Check your HOA covenants and contact the city or parish permitting office before starting to avoid fines or required rework.

Heavy seasonal rain can cause ruts, washouts, and migration of fines in gravel driveways, especially on clay subgrades; proper drainage and edge restraint reduce these problems. Expect periodic maintenance like regrading, adding fresh gravel, and repairing low spots after storms; use products and installation methods that promote water shedding to extend longevity.

Local contractors typically remove organic topsoil, install geotextile fabric over the clay subgrade, and build a compacted base of 3-4 inches (or deeper for driveways) of crushed stone in 2-inch lifts compacted with a plate compactor or roller. Add edge restraints and a top layer of smaller, angular gravel; on poorly draining sites contractors may increase base depth or add a geogrid.

Gravel has a lower upfront cost and is permeable, which can be a plus in flood-prone or high-runoff areas, but it typically requires more ongoing maintenance and may be viewed as less finished than asphalt or concrete by some buyers. In many Baton Rouge neighborhoods, paved driveways can add curb appeal and perceived value, so weigh maintenance savings against neighborhood expectations and HOA rules.

Yes, many South Baton Rouge suppliers offer recycled crushed concrete as a cost-effective base material; it compacts well and provides a firm foundation for driveways and pads. Performance varies by source—watch for fines, inconsistent sizing, or embedded debris—and it is generally better for base layers than as a clean, decorative surface without screening and washing.

Use clean, washed stone with no fines—commonly #57 or 3/4" clean crushed stone—for French drains in clay soils because it allows water to flow while resisting clogging. Wrap the stone in landscape fabric to keep silt from the surrounding clay from migrating into the drain and reduce long-term maintenance.

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.