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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Why Nixon Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
With a population of 3,080, Nixon sits in West Texas's sun-drenched, semi-arid landscape and is part of a broader metro area of 2.2+ million. While local growth has been flat (0.00% annually), homeowners and small contractors routinely maintain driveways, ranch lanes, patios, and erosion-control features that demand dependable aggregates. Nixon sees about 225/year sunny days and receives 34.63 inches of annual rainfall, and it falls in Hardiness Zone 8b—conditions that combine dry heat with occasional heavy rains. Those cycles can harden surface soils into dust between storms and then produce runoff and ruts during downpours, so residents look for gravel that improves drainage, reduces dust, and compacts well. Because regional suppliers source materials from local geology, choosing the right gradation and stone type matters for long-lasting performance in Nixon's specific soils and weather patterns. Gravel performs well in Nixon because a well-graded, angular gravel creates voids for water to pass through while compacting into a stable surface that resists washouts. For driveways and farm lanes, 3/4"-to-1" crushed gravel or recycled roadbase offers traction and load-bearing strength; for decorative beds, pea gravel or 3/8" mixes control dust and allow planting beds to drain. Hello Gravel connects you with local suppliers who source materials suited to West Texas soils, schedules delivery on your timeline (standard 2+ business days, next-day delivery available for orders placed before noon CST), and coordinates professional dump-truck delivery. Add order notes for color preferences and request tailgate spreading at checkout; drivers will assess spreading feasibility on arrival.Popular Projects in Nixon This Season
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Nixon Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West Texas
- 🏘️ Population: 3,080
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.2+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 34.63 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 225/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 0.00% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Nixon Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Temps
- Feb–Apr: Spring Wet Risk
- May–Sept: High Heat Drying
- Dec–Jan: Slow Winter Curing
Summer Tip: Compact a 4-inch base of crushed gravel for driveways and slope surfaces away from buildings about 1/4 inch per foot to reduce runoff and limit washouts after summer storms.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Nixon gravel Delivery
Everything you need to know about gravel delivery in Nixon.
Prices vary by supplier, season, and delivery distance, but expect approximate delivered ranges to Nixon: crushed limestone $30-$55 per ton ($41-$74 per cubic yard), crushed granite $40-$65 per ton ($54-$88 per cubic yard), and pea gravel $35-$65 per ton ($47-$88 per cubic yard). These are estimates; exact pricing depends on your ZIP code, minimum order, and any delivery fees. Use our checkout or get a quote to see current local rates for Nixon.
For Nixon's clay soil and hot, dry summers, crushed limestone and crushed granite (3/4" down to fines) are good choices because they interlock and compact well, reducing rutting. Washed pea gravel gives a clean look but can shift more on clay unless paired with a crushed stone base and proper compaction. Consider local regional mixes; Hello Gravel can recommend materials sourced near Nixon that reflect local geology.
A typical residential gravel driveway in West Texas has a compacted base of 4-6 inches with a 2-3 inch wearing layer on top; heavier loads or poor clay require 6-8 inches base. Using common dimensions (1-car 10'x20', 2-car 20'x20', 3-car 30'x20') and assuming 1 cubic yard = 1.35 tons, approximate needs are: 1-car: 3" top = 2.5 tons, 4" = 3.3 tons, 6" = 5.0 tons; 2-car: 3" = 5.0 tons, 4" = 6.7 tons, 6" = 10.0 tons; 3-car: 3" = 7.5 tons, 4" = 10.0 tons, 6" = 15.0 tons. Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum order, so plan accordingly and request a quote for your exact dimensions.
Hello Gravel connects you with local suppliers and contracted trucking companies that deliver into Nixon and West Texas; trucks are typically tri-axle dump trucks. Minimum order is generally 3 tons (our platform minimum), and delivery fees depend on distance, truck access, and date selection; next-day delivery is possible if ordered before noon CST for an extra fee. For installation, local landscapers or contractors can spread and compact, but spreading by the driver is at their discretion and not guaranteed.
Nixon's hot sun dries fines quickly but does not 'melt' gravel; the bigger issue is the local clay underneath, which expands and contracts and can cause rutting and pooling after storms. Heavy seasonal storms and flash runoff can wash fines and move gravel, so expect to regrade, add material, and repair ruts more often after severe weather. Regular maintenance like filling low spots and reapplying 1-2 inches of top gravel every 2-5 years will keep a driveway performing well.
Gravel is the lowest upfront cost and is permeable, which helps with runoff, but it requires periodic maintenance and topping. Asphalt has moderate initial cost and lasts longer with less frequent resurfacing, but it creates more impermeable surface area and can soften in extreme heat without proper mixes. Concrete has the highest upfront cost and long life with low maintenance, but it is least permeable and may require drainage planning in rural Nixon; choose based on budget, traffic, and runoff priorities.
Requirements vary: Nixon city rules, Lavaca County regulations, and any HOA covenants can affect whether you need a permit or have surface restrictions. If your driveway ties onto a county road or a state highway, a county or TxDOT permit or driveway approach permit may be required. Before ordering material, check with Nixon city hall, Lavaca County offices, and your HOA to confirm any setback, material, or culvert rules.
Use a geotextile fabric to separate the clay from the stone, then install a 4-6 inch compacted layer of crushed stone or road base as the structural base, followed by a 2-3 inch top layer of the chosen gravel. Compact in 2- to 3-inch lifts with a plate compactor or roller and install edge restraints to prevent lateral migration. Proper drainage and a crowned profile (center higher than edges) will reduce water infiltration and help the base hold up on clay.
Expect to top up the wearing surface by 1-2 inches every 2-5 years for typical residential driveways in Nixon, with more frequent replenishment if the driveway has heavy truck traffic or is on a slope. Routine maintenance includes regrading low spots, refilling ruts, compacting high-traffic areas, and clearing washouts after storms. These actions keep costs lower over time compared with letting erosion create larger repair jobs.
Design the driveway with a slight crown and side ditches or swales to move stormwater away from the surface and foundations; avoid directing concentrated flows across the driveway without a culvert. On slopes, install check dams, riprap, or vegetation strips to slow runoff and trap sediment. For driveways that cross drainage ways or connect to public roads, verify culvert sizing and placement with local county or TxDOT officials.
Enter your Nixon ZIP code on Hello Gravel to see local material options, current pricing, and delivery availability; remember the platform minimum is 3 tons. If you need spreading, request tailgate spreading at checkout and note that drivers will assess safety and feasibility on arrival. For faster service, select next-day delivery before noon CST where available, and add project notes (access constraints, preferred drop location) to help haulers plan.
Regional suppliers around Nixon source materials that reflect local geology, so color and texture will vary; crushed limestone tends to be lighter tan, while local granite mixes can be pinkish or gray. If color/texture is important, add notes in your order or request photos from suppliers through Hello Gravel before delivery. Keep expectations realistic: natural materials will not exactly match photos, but suppliers can often steer you to the closest local match.
As of today, we require 2 business days for delivery.
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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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