Gravel in Northwest Hills, TX

Prices vary by material and season, but expect about $40 to $80 per ton for common gravels in the Austin area. Hello Gravel shows exact, upfront pricing for your zip code at checkout; minimum orders start at 3 tons and delivery or material type can change the final price.

Local aggregates in the Austin area are often limestone-based (light-colored crushed limestone), caliche, and some recycled concrete products. Appearance and texture vary by supplier, so ask for a photo or sample if color or stone type matters for your project.

Common sizes include pea gravel (1/8u0022–3/8u0022) for walkways, 3/8u0022 to 3/4u0022 crushed stone for driveways and patios, and larger 1u0022+ rock for drainage and decorative borders. Finer mixes with 'fines' or screenings are used as base material or to lock stones together; always pick size based on appearance and function.

Hello Gravel typically uses local tri-axle dump trucks; a tri-axle usually carries about 10 to 13 cubic yards of gravel, which is roughly 14 to 18 tons for crushed stone. Larger 20-cubic-yard trucks (when available) can weigh about 28 tons depending on material density.

A 10-yard load contains roughly 14 tons of crushed stone, so expect delivered costs typically in the range of $600 to $1,400 depending on material, supplier, and delivery fees. Use our checkout or request a quote for a precise price for your address and selected material.

One cubic yard (27 cubic feet) covers about 324 sq ft at 1u0022 depth, 162 sq ft at 2u0022, 108 sq ft at 3u0022, and 81 sq ft at 4u0022 depth. Gravel weight varies by type; a rule of thumb for crushed stone is about 1.4 tons per cubic yard — use our material calculator to convert area and depth into tons.

Cheapest options are usually bulk, locally sourced materials like crushed concrete (recycled) or 'crusher run'/'bank run' mixes that include fines. Prices depend on availability and season, so get a quote for these budget-friendly mixes and confirm they suit your drainage and finish needs.

Order in bulk (minimum 3 tons) for delivery rather than many small bags, choose recycled or crusher-run mixes, and schedule delivery on a weekday to avoid premium fees. Picking up material yourself can save delivery charges if you have a suitable vehicle and time.

Collecting rocks on private property with the owner's permission is allowed, but removing rocks from state parks, city right-of-way, or protected public lands is usually prohibited and can require permits. When in doubt, check with City of Austin and Texas Parks and Wildlife rules before collecting on public property.

'Dirty 6' is a local term for a 3/4u0022 (nominal) crushed limestone or crushed rock mix that includes fines — roughly a '6' size with dirt-like fines that help compact as a base or driveway surface. Specifications vary by supplier, so confirm the exact grading and suitability for driveways or walkways when ordering.

Costs depend on length, depth, and material. As an example, a 20 ft wide by 50 ft long driveway at 3u0022 depth needs about 9.3 cubic yards (about 13 tons); at a delivered price of $50 per ton that equals roughly $650 for material alone, with higher totals for thicker depth, premium stone, spreading, or contractor labor.

Free gravel is rare; sometimes local construction projects or neighbors will offer excess material but you must get permission and ensure the material is suitable and free of contaminants. For predictable quality and delivery, Hello Gravel’s low-cost recycled options are usually a safer and faster choice.

Estimate volume first: area (sq ft) x depth (ft) / 27 = cubic yards, then multiply by about 1.4 tons per cubic yard for crushed stone. For example, a 10 ft x 10 ft patio at 3u0022 depth needs 0.93 cubic yards (about 1.3 tons), and we recommend ordering a bit extra for compaction and waste — typically 5% to 10% more.