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RE: Gravel/Dirt driveways

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Subject: RE: Gravel/Dirt driveways
From: Mark Andy <mark@sccaprepared.com>
Date: Fri, 3 Jun 2005 14:18:45 -0400 (EDT)
Howdy,

On Fri, 3 Jun 2005, ejrussell@mebtel.net wrote:
> Most of the driveways here in NC are gravel. My observations:
>
> remove topsoil, spread stones, drive on it
>
> You'll want to get crushed stone (not smooth stones) that also contains the
> stone dust & small grit. The stone dust/grit is what packs down into a firm
> surface. A common name here is 1/2" or 3/4" Crusher Run. Smooth stones will
> never lock together.
>
> I have one section where they delivered washed stone (no stone dust). It
> has never firmed up.
>
> I'd guess that 4-6" deep is good for driveways. When you mention truck &
> trailer I assume you mean pick-up truck, not 18-wheeler...

Interesting.  Thanks!

Yes, this is a pickup truck & 24' enclosed trailer, not heavy equipment...

Mark






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