Gravel in Little River, SC

A typical tri-axle dump truck used in the Little River area carries about 10 to 12 tons. Delivered price usually falls in the range of about $300 to $1,200 per truck load depending on the type of gravel, local supplier rates, and any delivery fees; Hello Gravel minimum orders start at 3 tons and exact pricing will vary by zip code and material choice.

One ton of typical crushed gravel in the Little River area will cover roughly 100 to 120 square feet at a 2-inch depth. Coverage varies with material size, compaction, and moisture, so use the lower end for loosely placed or uneven surfaces.

A 10-ton load will generally cover about 1,000 to 1,150 square feet at a 2-inch depth, and a 12-ton load covers about 1,200 to 1,380 square feet. Coverage changes with depth and material type, so tell Hello Gravel your desired depth when ordering for a more accurate estimate.

For Little River's coastal soils and seasonal rain, 2 inches is usually only sufficient as a surface dressing over a well-compacted base. For a durable driveway you should plan on a compacted base of 4 to 6 inches of larger stone and then a 1 to 2 inch surface layer of finer gravel.

Use about 2 inches for walking paths and surface dressing, 3 inches for patios or low-traffic areas, and a 4 to 6 inch compacted stone base plus 1 to 2 inches of surface gravel for driveways. Adjust depths for poor subgrade or heavy vehicle use and consider local drainage when choosing depth.

Assuming a common driveway width of 10 feet and a 3-inch finished depth, a 40-foot driveway (400 sq ft) needs roughly 5 to 6 tons of gravel. Local factors and compaction change the number, and Hello Gravel's minimum order is 3 tons so you may need a single small delivery or combine orders.

Costs depend on width and depth, but as an example a 20-foot long by 10-foot wide driveway at 3 inches (200 sq ft) will need about 2.5 to 3 tons of gravel. With local delivered prices typically between $40 and $90 per ton, expect roughly $120 to $270 for material plus any delivery fees or tailgate spreading charges.

Buying in bulk and choosing locally sourced common mixes will usually save money compared with smaller bags or specialty aggregates. If you have a pickup and suitable trailer, self-pickup from a nearby supplier can reduce cost, but Hello Gravel simplifies pricing and coordinates delivery if you prefer doorstep service.

A 7x14 dump trailer with typical 3-foot sides holds about 9 to 11 cubic yards depending on side height and packing, which converts to roughly 12 to 16 tons of gravel depending on material density. Exact capacity depends on side height, legal weight limits, and the type of gravel being hauled.

For landscaping, assume a 10-ton dump truck covers about 1,000 sq ft at 2 inches and about 400 to 500 sq ft at 4 inches; a 12-ton truck increases those areas proportionally. Always confirm desired finished depth and compaction to get an accurate coverage estimate from Hello Gravel.

Cost per linear foot depends on width and depth. For a common 12-foot-wide driveway at 3 inches depth, a 100-foot length needs about 15 to 16 tons, which at $40 to $90 per ton works out to about $600 to $1,440 in material (roughly $6 to $14 per linear foot) before delivery and any spreading fees.

Yes. Little River's coastal climate and local soils make drainage, salt exposure, and erosion resistance important—choose angular crushed stone for driveways and mixes that shed water well. Also expect color and texture to vary because Hello Gravel sources material regionally, and note that tailgate spreading is available at driver discretion.