Gravel in Corbett Station, OR

Costs vary by material and distance, but expect material plus delivery. In West Oregon, crushed driveway gravel often runs in a broad range; delivery fees are sometimes waived by local suppliers but can range from modest to a few hundred dollars for longer, steep, or rural runs. Hello Gravel requires a 3-ton minimum, standard delivery is 2+ business days, and next-day delivery is available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee. Tailgate spreading may be offered at the driver’s discretion for an additional charge; always request it in checkout and confirm with our team.

For steep, wet slopes in West Oregon, angular crushed rock (3/4" crushed rock or 3/4" minus) is usually best because it locks together and resists sliding. Avoid loose, rounded pea gravel on steep grades since it rolls and washes out in heavy rain; decomposed granite can work on low-slope paths if properly compacted and stabilized but may erode on steep, saturated slopes. Combine the right aggregate with good drainage, geotextile fabric, and proper compaction for the best performance in Corbett Station’s rainy climate.

Use the rule: cubic yards = (area in sq ft * depth in ft) / 27, then convert to tons. For 1,000 sq ft: at 3" (0.25 ft) you need about 9.3 cubic yards (~13 tons); at 4" (~0.33 ft) about 12.3 cubic yards (~17 tons); and at 6" (0.5 ft) about 18.5 cubic yards (~26 tons). Actual tons per cubic yard vary by material, so order a little extra (5-10%) to allow for compaction and settling.

Hello Gravel connects you to nearby, pre-vetted suppliers and haulers so you can get exact bulk pricing for your Corbett Station zip code. Regional quarries and rockyards serving the Columbia Gorge and greater Portland area commonly supply driveway mixes, but prices vary by type, season, and haul distance. Enter your address on our site or call the team to get quotes and confirmed delivery options for your location.

Heavy rain in Corbett Station increases the risk of washouts, rutting, and fines being washed away, while limited freeze-thaw cycles can create soft spots in poorly drained areas. Prevent problems with a firm, well-drained subbase, crowned surface for runoff, regular compaction, and edge restraints; consider geotextile fabric and geogrid where soils are weak. Stabilizers like polymer or resin binders can reduce rutting and dust but add cost; discuss options with suppliers and contractors to pick a product suited to local wet conditions.

Gravel has the lowest upfront cost and provides permeability for West Oregon rain, but it requires regular maintenance such as grading, topping, and occasional regrading. Asphalt and concrete cost significantly more up front, offer lower routine maintenance, and provide a smoother, longer-lasting surface but can be prone to cracking or drainage complications in wet, steep sites. For many Corbett Station homeowners, gravel is the most flexible, affordable option if you plan for scheduled upkeep and proper drainage.

A well-built gravel driveway in West Oregon can perform well for many years with ongoing maintenance; think of it as a system you replenish rather than a one-time install. Expect to regrade and add 1-3 inches of fresh gravel every 1-3 years in high-use or wash-prone areas, patch ruts after heavy storms, and perform larger resurfacings every 7-15 years depending on traffic and runoff. Seasonal checks after heavy winter rains are recommended to catch erosion and drainage issues early.

Requirements depend on your property and whether your driveway ties into a public road; Corbett Station is in the greater West Oregon/Columbia Gorge area so local rules may be set by Multnomah County or nearby jurisdictions. Many jurisdictions require driveway approach permits, culvert installation, and specific drainage measures for road connections, so check with your county public works or planning department and review any HOA rules before starting work. If you need help, Hello Gravel’s team can advise on common local requirements but does not substitute for official permitting guidance.

Contractors typically use a layered approach: a compacted subgrade with geotextile separation, a 6"-12" compacted angular crushed rock subbase (larger rock for better drainage), and a 2"-3" wearing course of 3/4" crushed rock or similar well-graded aggregate. Well-graded mixes that include some fines help interlock particles on slopes, while geogrid and proper compaction improve stability on clayey soils. Prioritize drainage - crowning, side ditches, and culverts - to keep water out of the gravel structure in West Oregon’s wet environment.

Local contractors and haulers in the Columbia Gorge/Portland region commonly offer full-service options: bulk aggregate delivery via dump truck, mechanical spreading, and compaction with plate compactors or rollers. Hello Gravel coordinates delivery with trusted haulers and can help arrange optional spreading requests; for full installation including grading, geotextile, and compaction, ask for contractor referrals or request those services during checkout notes so we can connect you. Always confirm scope, pricing, and scheduling with the contractor before work begins.

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!

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.