Known for its natural look, this compact, durable material drains well and holds up in high-traffic areas. Made from crushed and weathered granite down to a mix of fine gravel and sand—best for patios, paths, driveways, and landscape projects. Can range in color from light brown and tan to reddish and gray, depending on the natural stone color in the region.
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Decomposed Granite
Known for its natural look, this compact, durable material drains well and holds up in high-traffic areas. Made from crushed and weathered granite down to a mix of fine gravel and sand—best for patios, paths, driveways, and landscape projects. Can range in color from light brown and tan to reddish and gray, depending on the natural stone color in the region.
Walkway Gravel
A smaller ⅜” crushed stone that is great for paths, patios, and garden walkways. Comfortable under foot thanks to its smaller size, and creates a beautiful garden-like atmosphere.
Road Base
(Class 5 | ABC | Crusher Run) A mixture of crushed limestone or granite, gravel, and sand, ranging from 1 ½” in size down to fines (small particles). Commonly used for constructing roads, driveway bases, parking lots, and other paved and unpaved surfaces. Intended to be compacted, hence the inclusion of fines within the material to provide support and be resistant to erosion and shifting.
Driveway Gravel
A ¾”-1” clean, crushed stone ideal for rejuvenating worn down gravel driveways, or for installing a fresh new driveway on your property. Aesthetically pleasing and functional!
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Chilton is a small West Texas community with a city population of 1,590 and is part of a broader metro area population of 2.5+ million. The town is growing modestly, with a growth rate of 0.80% annually, and experiences a warm, sunny climate—about 228/year sunny days and an annual rainfall of 34.25 inches in hardiness zone 8b. Those local conditions drive steady demand for practical, low-maintenance materials: homeowners and contractors in Chilton need aggregates that handle sun exposure, shed water during sudden showers, and stabilize sandy or loamy soils. Quality gravel reduces erosion, improves driveway durability, and creates reliable base layers for patios and paths, so local buyers often prioritize angular, well-graded material with consistent performance. Gravel works well in Chilton because it provides fast drainage after the region's 34.25 inches of annual rainfall while standing up to prolonged sun across 228/year sunny days in hardiness zone 8b. For common projects like driveways, drainage swales, and garden paths, gravel minimizes puddling, anchors topsoil, and requires little seasonal maintenance. Hello Gravel connects Chilton homeowners to trusted local suppliers and professional dump truck fleets, offering transparent pricing, scheduled delivery, and guidance so you get the right gravel type and timely delivery for your property without the hassle of coordinating multiple vendors.Popular Projects in Chilton This Season
- Gravel Driveway Replacement40 tons
- Gravel Patio Base8 tons
- Gravel Walkway Installation4 tons
- Gravel Drainage Trench6 tons
- Gravel Garden Path3 tons
Chilton Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West Texas
- 🏘️ Population: 1,590
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.5+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 34.25 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 228/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 0.80% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Chilton Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Temps
- Feb–Apr: Moderate Moisture
- May–Sept: High Heat Stress
- Dec–Jan: Slow Winter Curing
Summer Tip: Choose angular, well-graded gravel for driveways and drainage areas to improve locking and runoff; ask our team for local supplier recommendations and preferred size options when you order.
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Everything you need to know about gravel delivery in Chilton.
Costs vary by material, quantity, and distance from the supplier, but expect the delivered price to include the truck fee and material. Hello Gravel often shows transparent per-ton pricing and offers free delivery in many areas; our platform requires a 3-ton minimum and standard delivery is 2+ business days. For small Chilton jobs, a delivery fee (if any) is often in the $0-$200 range, while bulk orders reduce per-ton cost. Check checkout for exact, zip-code-specific pricing and next-day options if you need faster delivery.
For Chilton's hot, sometimes clay-heavy soils, angular crushed stone like crushed limestone or crushed granite is usually best because the angular pieces lock together and resist rutting. A layered approach is common: a compacted 4-6" crushed-stone base with a 1-2" top layer of 3/8" to 3/4" crushed stone or screenings for a stable surface. Avoid smooth river rock alone for driveways, since it shifts more in clay soils and under heat. Local suppliers near Chilton often stock regionally sourced limestone that performs well here.
Measure the driveway area (typical 2-car: about 20 ft by 40 ft = 800 sq ft) and decide depth. For example, a 3" top layer over 800 sq ft is about 7.4 cubic yards (≈10-11 tons) and a full 4" base plus 1-2" top may total 12-14 tons. Use the rule: cubic yards = (area in sq ft x depth in feet) / 27, then multiply cubic yards by about 1.4 to convert to tons. If you order through Hello Gravel, our material calculator and team can help confirm quantities for Chilton projects.
Lead times depend on local inventory and season, but most Chilton-area deliveries booked via Hello Gravel are scheduled in 2+ business days with a next-day option for orders placed before noon CST and paid accordingly. During peak landscaping season or after storms, lead times can lengthen to several days to a week. We connect you with nearby suppliers and will show estimated delivery dates at checkout; contact our team if you have a tight timeline.
Yes. Chilton can have occasional heavy rains and clay subsoil that holds water, so prioritize a well-prepared base and good grading to move water away from the surface. A compacted base of 4-6" of larger crushed stone, geotextile fabric over soft clay, and a slight crown in the driveway help prevent pooling and rutting. Surface material choice matters too: coarser angular stone drains better than fine screenings in wet spells.
Maintenance frequency depends on traffic and weather, but most rural driveways in Chilton benefit from light regrading every 1-2 years and adding 1-2" of new gravel every 1-3 years. Heavy truck traffic, seasonal washouts, or poor drainage can increase maintenance needs and may require more frequent regrading or extra material. Regularly clearing vegetation, maintaining drainage ditches, and topping up low spots will extend the driveway's service life.
Gravel is usually the lowest upfront cost and easiest to repair, with initial costs often a fraction of asphalt or concrete depending on depth and type. Asphalt and concrete have higher installation costs but typically require less frequent routine maintenance; asphalt often lasts 15-25 years and concrete 25+ years with proper installation, while a well-maintained gravel driveway commonly lasts 5-15 years depending on upkeep. For Chilton properties, gravel is cost-effective for rural driveways and flexible where drainage or grading make hard surfaces expensive.
Permit and HOA rules vary, so check with the City of Chilton or Falls County and any applicable homeowners association before installing gravel in the front yard or driveway. Small rural lots often have fewer restrictions, but some local ordinances or HOAs may have rules about surfacing, curbs, or visible materials. If in doubt, contact your municipal building office or HOA and keep any approvals on file before ordering materials.
Start with a stable subgrade: remove soft topsoil, install geotextile fabric where needed, then place and compact 4-8" of angular crushed stone for a base. Compact in 2-3" lifts with a plate compactor or roller to create a firm foundation, then add a 1-2" wearing course of smaller crushed stone or screenings and compact again. For heavier traffic or rural access roads near Chilton, use a thicker base and consider professional grading and compaction to reduce future repairs.
In the Chilton area, crushed limestone is often the most cost-effective option because it compacts well, resists movement on clay soils, and is commonly available from regional quarries. River rock provides a decorative look but tends to roll and require edging, and it is usually more expensive. Recycled gravel can be cheaper but varies in quality and consistency; choose it only if you can inspect the material and are comfortable with potential variability.
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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.
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