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Gravel: West Texas Drainage And Heat Resilience • Fast Local Gravel Delivery And Scheduling
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.
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.
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Why Smithville Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Smithville, Texas, is a growing community of 8,640 residents located within a metro region exceeding 2.5+ million people. With a steady growth rate of 0.80% annually, local demand for home improvements and small-scale construction is rising as homeowners upgrade driveways, patios, and drainage systems. Smithville’s climate—228 sunny days each year, 37.75 inches of annual rainfall, and a USDA hardiness zone of 8b—creates specific landscape needs: materials that shed water during storms, resist sun bleaching, and perform well in soils that can range from sandy to compacted clays. For many projects, quality gravel is the practical choice because it provides durable surfacing, effective drainage, and a low-maintenance finish that suits both DIY homeowners and local contractors working to keep properties resilient and attractive.Popular Projects in Smithville This Season
- Gravel Driveway Resurfacing18 tons
- Gravel Patio Base6 tons
- Gravel Garden Path4 tons
- Gravel Drainage Trench10 tons
- Gravel Parking Pad22 tons
Smithville Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West Texas
- 🏘️ Population: 8,640
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.5+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 37.75 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 228/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 0.80% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Smithville Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Temps
- Feb–Apr: Spring Moisture Aid
- May–Sept: High Heat Drying
- Dec–Jan: Cool Wet Settling
Summer Tip: Lay gravel over a geotextile fabric to reduce mixing with native soil and maintain drainage; request delivery timing that avoids wet ground to make spreading and compaction easier.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Smithville gravel Delivery
Everything you need to know about gravel delivery in Smithville.
Costs vary by material and depth, but expect material plus delivery for a typical single-car driveway (about 480 sq ft at a 3" topcoat) to run roughly $300 to $700. Tailgate spreading, if available from a driver or a hired crew, usually adds $150 to $400 depending on access and time. Ask Hello Gravel for a local quote—we show per-ton pricing and delivery fees up front, and keep in mind our minimum order is 3 tons.
In West Texas, crushed limestone and caliche-based gravels are the most common choices because they compact well and are readily available locally. River rock is sold but is used more for decorative beds and drainage areas because it can shift on driveways. Crushed granite is available in some parts but tends to be pricier and less common locally.
Homeowners often underestimate settling and compaction, ordering only the topcoat amount and not enough base material; many forget to add 10% to 20% extra for waste and settling. Another frequent mistake is mixing tons and cubic yards when ordering—confirm units with your supplier. Also remember Hello Gravel’s 3-ton minimum when planning small projects.
Same-week delivery is often possible in and around Smithville if suppliers and trucks are available, but it depends on local stock and season. Hello Gravel’s standard lead time is 2+ business days, and we offer next-day delivery for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee. Most suppliers and our platform enforce a 3-ton minimum order; some local suppliers may accept smaller loads for extra delivery charges.
Contractors in hot, dry climates commonly use stabilizer grids (rigid or flexible cellular systems), edge restraints, and polymeric or resin-based binders for high-traffic areas. A compacted angular base (crushed rock) with a geotextile fabric underlayment is also a widely used approach to reduce movement and dust. Choose products rated for UV exposure and temperature swings and ask a pro for a site-specific recommendation.
If your site has runoff or slope, contractors typically specify a thicker, well-compacted base (4" to 6" or more) of larger crushed stone and a 2" to 3" top layer of finer gravel to resist washout. Use geotextile fabric and install swales or a perimeter drain on sloped lots to manage water. For flat, well-drained yards, a 2" to 3" topcoat over a compacted base is usually sufficient.
Installed costs vary with prep work and access; expect a gravel patio to cost about $3 to $7 per sq ft installed, depending on base prep and edging. Gravel driveways typically range from $2 to $6 per sq ft installed for a topcoat and basic base, with prices higher if extensive grading, drainage, or stabilization is required. These are local averages—get a detailed Hello Gravel quote for a precise number.
As a rule of thumb, a 3" layer over 100 sq ft equals about 0.93 cubic yards, which is roughly 1.3 tons using a common density of 1.4 tons per cubic yard. A 4" layer is about 1.73 tons per 100 sq ft and a 6" layer is about 2.6 tons per 100 sq ft. Different gravels vary slightly in weight, but depth and compaction have a bigger impact than type on tonnage needed.
Rules vary by neighborhood and county; some HOAs and local ordinances may specify color, stone size, or require a paved apron at the road. Smithville homeowners should check their local city or county building office and any HOA covenants before ordering. If you want help, Hello Gravel can note project restrictions in your order and recommend compliant materials.
In Smithville’s climate, routine maintenance usually includes regrading and re-compacting once or twice a year after heavy rains, and adding 1" to 2" of top-up gravel every 1 to 3 years depending on traffic. Remove weeds annually, refresh edging as needed, and address ruts or low spots promptly to prevent erosion. Regular maintenance keeps dust down and extends the life of the surface.
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.
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