Gravel in El Reno, OK

Costs vary by gravel type and delivery distance, but expect a ballpark of $40 to $100 per cubic yard delivered in the El Reno area, which is roughly $50 to $130 per ton depending on stone density. Tailgate spreading, if available, is usually an additional fee or charged hourly by the crew, and Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum per order. Request a local quote at checkout to see exact pricing for your address and delivery date.

For El Reno, crushed limestone (3/4" or 3/4" minus) is a common choice because it compacts well and holds up to Oklahoma freeze-thaw cycles and summer rains. Pea gravel and river rock look nice but can shift under vehicle traffic, while a layered approach using larger crushed stone for a base and finer stone or screenings on top gives the best durability. Regional suppliers in West Oklahoma often stock these materials, so regional color and texture may vary.

Use the formula: cubic yards = (length ft x width ft x depth ft) / 27. For a 20'x20' driveway, 3" of gravel is about 3.7 cubic yards (~4.8 tons) and 4" is about 4.9 cubic yards (~6.4 tons). For a typical 3-car area (30'x20'), 3" is about 5.6 cubic yards (~7.3 tons) and 4" is about 7.4 cubic yards (~9.6 tons).

Freeze-thaw and heavy rain can cause rutting, washouts, and loss of fines in El Reno, especially where underlying soils are clayey and slow-draining. Regular maintenance includes regrading low spots after big storms, adding new gravel to maintain depth every few years, and keeping a gentle crown and drainage channels so water runs off rather than through the driveway. Consider geotextile fabric under the base and proper compaction during installation to reduce long-term issues.

For drainage lines and French drains near El Reno, 1" to 2" clean stone (no fines) is preferred because it allows quick water flow. For rural drive lanes and roads, a layered approach using 1" to 2" road base or crushed rock for the subbase and 3/4" minus or 3/4" crushed stone for the wearing surface is common. Always pair stone with good grading and, where needed, geotextile fabric to separate soft soils from the aggregate.

Gravel has a much lower upfront cost than asphalt or concrete, often 30% to 60% of the initial price for the same area in the El Reno area, but it usually requires more maintenance over time. Asphalt and concrete cost more to install initially but typically need less frequent replenishing; over 10 years many homeowners find pavement costs even out when you include periodic gravel replenishment and regrading. Exact lifetime costs depend on traffic, drainage, and how well the base was prepared.

Yes, local suppliers in the El Reno/West Oklahoma region commonly offer bulk delivery by dump truck, and Hello Gravel requires a 3-ton minimum per order. Delivery fees vary by supplier and distance from the quarry; many areas have free delivery promotions while longer hauls may add a per-ton or flat delivery fee. You can enter your El Reno zip code on Hello Gravel to see local availability, exact minimums, and fees for your address.

Contractors in the El Reno area typically prep the subgrade by removing soft material and shaping a slight crown to shed water, then install a compacted base layer of larger crushed rock followed by a compacted wearing layer of 3/4" crushed stone or screenings. They often use geotextile fabric over very soft soils, install edge restraints to prevent spreading, and compact each layer well to reduce future rutting. Proper drainage design, such as swales or culverts, is also a standard practice to protect the gravel surface.

For rural properties near El Reno, light-use driveways may need regrading every 1 to 3 years and top-dressing every 3 to 7 years depending on traffic and weather. Heavier vehicle traffic, livestock, or frequent storms can require more frequent replenishment or filling of washouts. Regular seasonal checks after heavy rain or spring thaw will help you plan small fixes before problems grow.

City regulations and HOA rules can vary in El Reno, so check with the City of El Reno planning or building department and your neighborhood HOA before installing a new gravel driveway or changing front-yard landscaping. There is no universal city ban on gravel, but setbacks, drainage, and appearance standards or permit requirements could apply in specific neighborhoods. When in doubt, contact Hello Gravel's sales team for guidance and a local quote, and verify local rules before ordering.

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.