Buy Crushed Gravel in Del Rio, Texas

Contractors and homeowners buy crushed gravel for different reasons. A contractor orders by the truckload for a compacted base under a driveway or pad, knowing the tonnage from the job plan. A homeowner often buys for one project, replacing a muddy spot or topping a lane, and the budget and the area decide the amount.

Del Rio gets about 21 inches of precipitation a year, so drainage and washout planning matter for any gravel surface that is meant to last.

Crushed Gravel Sizes for Sale in Del Rio

The size of crushed gravel determines what it can do. Fine grades lock up tight for a smooth surface, while larger rocks carry heavy loads and bridge soft ground. Each size has a job it does best.

Which Crushed Gravel to Use for Common Del Rio Projects

Match the size to the problem. The table below shows what to order for typical jobs around the area.

How Del Rio Weather and Soil Affect Crushed Gravel Performance

Only about 30 days a year bring at least a tenth of an inch of rain, so you can usually schedule the delivery onto firm ground and compact the material before the next storm. About 21 days a year drop below 32 degrees Fahrenheit, which matters only for working conditions, not for frost heave, since ground freezing here is not a significant factor. Without a hard freeze to lift the surface, drainage and washout are what decide how long the material lasts.

Snowfall averages about 0 inches a year, so plowing damage to a loose surface is not a concern.

Soils mapped in the Del Rio area are commonly well drained, and the ground around Del Rio is in hydrologic group B, which means it takes water in at a moderate rate. Standard base depth is usually enough under the surface layer, though a geotextile can help separate the gravel from the subgrade on low spots.

How Much Crushed Gravel You Need for Your Job

Tonnage depends on the area you are covering and the depth you intend to place. A 4-inch compacted layer uses roughly half a ton per square yard, but the exact figure changes with the size of the rock and how tight it packs. Use the material calculators on this site to enter your dimensions and get a tonnage estimate before you order.

Ordering Crushed Gravel in Del Rio from Gravel Monkey

You order online by the ton, and delivery is priced by ZIP at checkout. Loads run from 1 ton to 40 tons or more in a single dump truck. Free delivery is available on qualifying orders. Use the code FIRSTTIMER50 at checkout to take $50 off your first order.

The delivery date is chosen at checkout and must be at least 3 business days after the order date. You choose a morning or afternoon window, and you must be available at the site. A valid phone number is required, and you get an email confirmation when the order is placed, then 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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Other Materials That Pair with Crushed Gravel

Crushed gravel works alone for most base and surface jobs, but some projects benefit from a complementary material. The table below lists the options available in Del Rio.

• Sand, Fills the voids in a gravel base and creates a leveling bed for pavers.
• Gravel & Rock, River-washed stone for a decorative surface where angular crushed gravel is not wanted.
• Fill Dirt, Raises low areas before the crushed gravel base goes down.
• Crushed Stone, A quarried alternative that is also crushed and angular, often chosen for a lighter color.
• Driveway Gravel, A blended product that includes fines so it compacts into a stable driving surface.
• Crushed Concrete, A recycled base material that hardens over time and costs less per ton.

Frequently Asked Questions about Crushed Gravel Delivery in Del Rio

How much does crushed gravel delivery cost in Del Rio?

Delivery cost is calculated by ZIP code at checkout and shown before you confirm the order. About 85 single-family homes were permitted in Val Verde County in 2024, so new-construction deliveries are common, and the pricing reflects the distance the truck travels from the regional supplier.

Does the soil around Del Rio change how much crushed gravel I need?

Soils mapped in the Del Rio area are commonly well drained and take water in at a moderate rate, which means a standard base depth is usually enough. You still need to account for how much the surface will be used when choosing the depth.

Do you take orders from businesses as well as homeowners?

Yes. Contractors, builders and businesses order crushed gravel the same way homeowners do. The order minimum is 1 ton, and loads go up to 40 tons or more per truck.

How is crushed gravel measured and sold?

Crushed gravel is sold by the ton, not by the cubic yard. The price per ton is listed for each product, and the truck delivers by weight. The calculator on the site converts your square footage and depth into tons.

Order Crushed Gravel to Your Del Rio Address

Delivered to your driveway, job site or farm lane, Gravel Monkey brings crushed gravel by the ton straight to the address you enter at checkout. Visit the Del Rio hub page to see all the materials available in this area.

Nearby locations where crushed gravel is also available:

• Brackettville
• Eagle Pass