What is the difference between crushed stone and Natural Pea Gravel?

Crushed stone is angular and locks together when compacted, which makes it strong for bases and drainage. Natural Pea Gravel is round and smooth, so it stays loose and shifts underfoot. Use crushed stone where you need a stable surface or good drainage, and Natural Pea Gravel where you want a decorative, walkable ground cover that will not compact.

Should I order material by the ton or by the yard?

Both work, and the choice comes down to how you think about the job. A yard is a volume measurement: 27 cubic feet. A ton is a weight measurement. Heavier materials like road base weigh more per yard than lighter ones like mulch. If you are filling a defined area, figure your volume in yards first. If you are thinking about truck capacity, tons are easier. Either way, the calculator on the product page helps you get the number right.

Which stone is best for drainage in Clear Creek County?

For most drainage jobs, clean, washed stone is the answer. Drain rock or 3/4 inch crushed stone moves water fast and resists clogging. For a French drain or a downspout run, those are the go-to choices. Rip rap works better for larger slopes and swales that need armoring against fast runoff. The key is to use a stone that is clean and angular so water flows through it rather than pooling on top.

Bulk Gravel Delivery in Clear Creek County, CO

Need gravel, stone and aggregate delivery in Clear Creek County, CO? Colorado Rock Supply gets you the right material for the job, from Class 6 road base for a new driveway to drain rock for a French drain. We deliver bulk loads by the ton, right to your site in Dumont, Empire, Georgetown, Idaho Springs, and Silver Plume.

Before you order, think about how much material you actually need. Measure the length and width of the area, then multiply by your planned depth. That math tells you whether you need a few yards or a full truckload, and it makes the rest of the process simple.

Materials Delivered in Clear Creek County

We sort our materials by size, from coarse base stone down to fine sand and soil. Here is what works best for common jobs around the county.

Class 6 road base gets the most attention because it is the workhorse of the county. It compacts well and holds up under repeated freeze-thaw cycling. If you are building a base for a shed, a garage, or a driveway that will see regular traffic, Class 6 is where most orders start.

Ground Conditions Across Clear Creek County

Working season drives a lot of decisions here. Base and drainage work runs best from late spring through fall; frozen ground and snowpack limit compaction in winter at altitude. Plan your delivery and your schedule around that window.

The ground itself also matters. Expansive bentonite clay is common along the Front Range and moves with moisture, so base depth and drainage matter more than in stable soils. A thicker base, often 6 inches or more of compacted Class 6, spreads the load and reduces movement. Pair that with good drainage so water does not sit under the surface.

Water comes hard and fast. Spring snowmelt and short, intense summer thunderstorms put a lot of water through the county in a hurry. Runoff on slopes and in drainage swales after snowmelt and monsoon-season storms is the main erosion driver, and that is where rip rap and cobble are used to armor the bank and slow the water down. Repeated freeze-thaw cycling, often several cycles in a single week at altitude, also breaks down weak surfaces, so a well-compacted base is not optional.

Delivery Across Clear Creek County

Ordering online is the fastest way to get material scheduled. You pick your material, choose your quantity in tons or yards, and we bring it to you. We deliver across Clear Creek County, including Dumont, Empire, Georgetown, Idaho Springs, and Silver Plume.

A bulk delivery means a truck shows up with your material and dumps it where you need it. Have a clear spot for the load, and make sure the driver can access it. Lead times vary with the season, so it pays to order a few days ahead when you can. The truck does the heavy lifting; you handle the spreading and compacting.

Do not guess on quantity. Use the calculator on the product page to check your yardage, then round up slightly. It is easier to spread a little extra than to run short in the middle of a job.

Choosing the Right Material

The right base and drainage choices shift with the ground you are building on. Consider how the same decision plays out across Colorado.

In Conejos, in the San Luis Valley, the soil is sandy and drains freely. A thinner base works there because water does not pool. In Costilla, also in the San Luis Valley, you see similar conditions, so the focus stays on compaction rather than fighting moisture. In Crowley, on the Eastern Plains, the ground is heavier and more prone to issues with moisture movement, so base depth and drainage matter more. Clear Creek County sits in the High Country, where the combination of clay, slope, and hard runoff means you plan for water first and build a solid base second.

Order Bulk Materials for Your Clear Creek County Project

From a new Class 6 base to rip rap for a drainage swale, we stock the materials you need for projects across Clear Creek County. Order online and we will deliver to your site in Dumont, Empire, Georgetown, Idaho Springs, or Silver Plume. Start with your measurements and get your order scheduled today.

Clear Creek County, CO Gravel and Landscape Rock Delivery