Gravel & Rock ordered online by the ton. A dump truck delivers to your Kill Devil Hills address and unloads right where you point.







Gravel and rock delivered in Kill Devil Hills is priced by the ton, so the largest cost variable is how much you order and how far the truck has to travel. The delivered number depends on weight and distance, not on fancy packaging or retail markup.
Kill Devil Hills gets about 51 inches of precipitation a year, which makes drainage the main factor in how long a gravel surface holds up. Choosing the right base material and surface depth up front prevents washout and the cost of replacing washed-away stone.
Not every gravel works for every job. Here is what each product is not suitable for, so you avoid a costly mismatch.
| Product | Best For | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 3/8" Natural Pea Gravel | Play areas, patios | Rounded and smooth; not for driveways or slopes. |
| River Rock | Beds, borders, dry creek beds | Larger and loosely stacked; not compactable for paths. |
| 2-4" River Rock | Larger decorative cover and erosion control | Too large for walking surfaces; best on slopes. |
| Drain Rock | French drains and dry wells | Angular for water flow; not decorative. |
| Decomposed Granite | Paths and patios that compact firm | Not good in high-traffic driveways; needs base. |
| Crusher Run | Compacting base under everything | Not a finished surface; needs topping. |
| Road Base | Lanes and pads that carry trucks | Overkill for light pedestrian use. |
The table below maps common Kill Devil Hills projects to the product that works best. Depth recommendations start with a compacted base where needed.
| Project | What to Order | Depth or Note |
|---|---|---|
| Erosion control on a slope | 2-4" River Rock | 3 to 4 inches deep for stability. |
| Path that stays firm | Decomposed Granite | 3 to 4 inches compacted over base. |
| Dry creek bed | River Rock | 2 to 3 inches deep for natural look. |
| Landscape beds | 3/8" Natural Pea Gravel | 2 inches deep; avoid under plants. |
| French drain | Drain Rock | 1 to 2 inches around pipe. |
Soils mapped in the Kill Devil Hills area are commonly moderately well drained, which means more base stone is needed under the surface to compensate. The ground around Kill Devil Hills is in hydrologic group A, soaking water up quickly and producing little runoff, so less drainage stone is needed under the surface.
Without a hard freeze to lift the surface, drainage and washout are what decide how long the material lasts. About 79 days a year bring at least a tenth of an inch of rain, enough to saturate a poorly drained pad. Scheduling the delivery onto firm ground helps avoid ruts and compaction issues.
About 58 days a year drop below 32F, but ground freezing here is not a significant factor, so the base layer does not need extra depth for frost protection. Snowfall averages about 1 inch a year, though plowing damage to a loose surface is still possible if snow accumulates and the blade catches the stone.
The weight of gravel or rock you need depends on the area, depth and material density. Use our material calculators to enter your measurements and get a tonnage estimate in seconds.
Order online by the ton. Delivery is priced by ZIP at checkout and arrives on a dump truck at your address. Loads range from 1 to more than 40 tons, and free delivery is available on qualifying orders.
You choose a delivery window at checkout: morning (7 am to 12 pm) or afternoon (12 pm to 5 pm). The delivery date must be at least 3 business days after the order date. A valid phone number is required to confirm the delivery, and you will receive an email confirmation and a second email closer to the date with the scheduled window and a photo of the material being loaded. Delivery only goes ahead once you approve that second email.
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No. About 58 days a year drop below 32F, but ground freezing here is not a significant factor. The base layer does not need extra depth for frost protection, so standard compaction and drainage guidance applies.
Yes. With about 51 inches of precipitation a year and about 79 wet days, moving water is the main threat to a gravel surface. Drainage rock under the surface or a slope-friendly product like 2-4" River Rock reduces washout risk.
No. Someone must be available during the chosen delivery window to receive the load. If no one is present, a missed delivery or redelivery fee can apply and the order is not refunded.
Order at least 3 business days before the date you want the material. Delivery windows fill up, so early ordering helps secure your preferred time slot.
The right gravel and rock starts with a tonnage estimate. Use the material calculators to figure your quantity, then order delivery to your Kill Devil Hills address. Gravel Monkey handles the truck, the drop and the pricing, so you only pick the size and the day.
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