#8 Crushed Stone and Bulk Aggregates for Loma, CO
Colorado Rock Supply handles gravel and aggregate delivery in Loma, CO. Most local driveways and pads start with Class 6 road base, the standard base material for this part of the Western Slope. We deliver it by the ton to your site.
Ground here is mostly expansive clay, which moves with moisture. That makes base depth and drainage more important than in stable soils. We stock what you need to build a surface that lasts.
Materials for Loma Projects
Water is the main problem for most Loma jobs. Spring snowmelt and short, intense summer thunderstorms put a lot of water on the ground quickly. Washed stone handles that water well.
For a French drain or drywell, use a clean stone that lets water pass through fast. Drain Rock is the standard choice for these runs. For pipe bedding and fine drainage next to a foundation, 3/8 inch crushed stone works better because the smaller pieces pack tighter.
Downspout runs and trench bottoms need a larger stone that will not wash away. 3/4 inch crushed stone is a common pick there. Where runoff moves fast and could scour a swale, RipRap slows the flow and holds the bank.
For the surface itself, most Loma driveways use Driveway Gravel over a compacted Class 6 base. If you need a walkable path to a garden or a dog run, Crusher Fines pack into a firm, smooth surface.
Ground and Conditions in Loma
Plan your base and drainage work from late spring through fall. Frozen ground and snowpack limit compaction in winter at altitude, so a winter pour will not settle right.
Loma also sees repeated freeze-thaw cycling, often several cycles in a single week. Frost depth runs about 30 to 36 inches across much of the state. That cycling moves the soil, so a base that is too thin will heave and crack.
Expansive clay makes this worse. It swells when wet and shrinks when dry. A compacted base of Class 6 road base at the right depth spreads the load and keeps the surface from shifting with the clay underneath. Drainage keeps that clay from getting saturated in the first place.
Delivery to Loma and the Surrounding Area
Colorado Rock Supply delivers bulk material to Loma and the rest of Mesa County. We also cover Clifton, Collbran, De Beque, Fruita, and Gateway with the same service.
Order online and choose your quantity by the ton or the yard. We deliver in bulk to your site, so you get the material you need without bagging or pallets. Tell us the job and we will help you confirm the right amount before the truck rolls.
Typical lead time depends on the season and your location. Order ahead when you can, especially for spring work when demand picks up across the county.
Do you deliver Class 6 road base to Loma, CO?
Yes. Colorado Rock Supply delivers Class 6 road base to Loma and the surrounding Mesa County area. Class 6 is the standard base material here, and we stock it for driveways, parking pads, and shed or garage bases. Order online by the ton and we will schedule a bulk delivery to your site.
What gravel is best for a driveway in Loma?
Start with a compacted layer of Class 6 road base. That gives the driveway a stable foundation that will not shift with the expansive clay common in this area. Top it with Driveway Gravel for the driving surface. For a drainage problem on the driveway, add a stone like 3/4 inch crushed stone to carry water away from the base.
Order Bulk Material for Your Loma Job
Colorado Rock Supply serves Loma and all of Mesa County with bulk gravel, sand, and soil. Whether you are building a driveway, fixing a drainage run, or prepping a garden bed, we deliver the material you need by the ton. Check the product pages, order online, and we will bring it to your site.