Driveway Gravel ordered online by the ton. A dump truck delivers to your Chinle address and unloads right where you point.






Driveway gravel in Chinle serves a dry climate with about 11 inches of precipitation a year. That means drainage planning matters as much as the stone itself. This guide covers the products, the local conditions, and how to order a load delivered to your address.
Not every driveway gravel suits every project. The table below pairs each product with its best use and a caution.
| Product | Purpose | Caution |
|---|---|---|
| Driveway Gravel | General driveway top layer | May need a base layer in soft ground to prevent washout. |
| 3/8" Driveway Gravel | Smooth top dressing, comfortable underfoot | Not for heavy traffic or muddy sites because it lacks interlock. |
| 3/4" Driveway Gravel | The standard driveway size, locks together well | Works on most driveways but needs a firm base in freeze-thaw areas. |
| 1"-1 1/2" Driveway Gravel | Heavier traffic and soft ground | Not a finished surface; use a finer top layer for comfort. |
| 1 1/2" Driveway Gravel | Deep base layer under a finer top | Can be too rough for walking on directly. |
| 2"-3" Driveway Gravel | Rural lanes, mud control, first lift | Oversized stone can be hard to grade evenly. |
Match your project to the product that handles the conditions. Here is a quick reference.
| Project | What to order | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Parking pad | 3/4" Driveway Gravel | Compacts well for vehicle loads. |
| Resurfacing an existing driveway | 1"-1 1/2" Driveway Gravel | Levels over old material. |
| Culvert and shoulder repair | 1 1/2" Driveway Gravel | Holds up against water flow. |
| Muddy rural lane | 2"-3" Driveway Gravel | Provides traction and drainage. |
| New driveway base | 1 1/2" Driveway Gravel | Stable foundation for top layer. |
Chinle's dry climate means fewer wet days than many places, but the ones that come matter. About 32 days a year bring at least a tenth of an inch of rain, so scheduling delivery onto firm ground is important. A delivery during a dry spell gives the truck solid access and keeps the gravel from mixing with mud.
Freezing temperatures are common here, with about 166 days a year below 32F. That shortens the work window for laying and compacting gravel. The ground also moves with freeze-thaw cycles, which is why a deeper base layer matters. Snowfall of about 21 inches a year adds plowing damage to a loose surface, so consider a top layer that can handle a blade.
Soils in the Chinle area are commonly moderately well drained, which means the base layer under the surface gravel does not need to be as deep as in heavy clay areas. However, the ground around here takes water in slowly, so a drainage layer still earns its place. Freeze and thaw cycles work on loose material all winter, which is the argument for the deeper first lift.
Estimating tonnage starts with the area you want to cover and the depth you plan to use. A deeper base requires more stone. Use our driveway gravel calculator to get a rough tonnage for your project size.
Ordering is simple and done entirely online. You choose the product, enter your ZIP code, and the delivery price appears at checkout. Loads run from one ton up to over 40 tons, depending on your project.
Delivery is by dump truck to your address. You select a delivery window at checkout: 7 am to 12 pm or 12 pm to 5 pm. The delivery date must be at least 3 business days after the order date. You get an email confirmation and later a second email with the scheduled window and a photo of the loaded material. You approve that email to proceed.
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Delivery cost in Chinle is calculated by your ZIP code at checkout. As a county figure, Apache County permitted about 91 single-family homes in 2024, reflecting ongoing demand for new driveways.
Yes, we deliver driveway gravel to Chinle and surrounding areas in Apache County. The area sees about 32 wet days a year, so scheduling delivery during a dry period helps keep the ground firm for the truck.
The delivery price is calculated based on your ZIP code and the quantity of material ordered. The price is displayed at checkout before you confirm your order.
The driver will dump the load where you request, as long as the site is accessible with a 12-foot road width. You must be present or have someone there to direct the driver.
Ready to order? Use our driveway gravel calculator to estimate tonnage, then place your order through the Chinle page to see your delivery price. We deliver to Chinle and surrounding areas from our regional supplier network.
We also deliver driveway gravel to nearby towns.
See the delivered price for your address and order driveway gravel by the ton online. Loads run from 1 to over 40 tons, with free delivery on qualifying orders.
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