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Drainage Gravel Delivery in Calcasieu Parish

Q: What size drainage gravel do I need for a French drain?

Most French drains in Calcasieu Parish use 3/4-inch drainage gravel. It packs loosely around perforated pipe, creates consistent gaps for water flow, and won't clog the pipe slots. For larger drainage systems or commercial work, 1-1/2-inch stone moves higher volumes of water.

Angular crushed stone built for one job: moving water away from where it doesn't belong. French drains, foundation drains, yard drainage, septic fields. Two sizes in stock. Bulk delivery across Calcasieu Parish.

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Product Overview

What Drainage Gravel Is and Why It Matters Here

Drainage gravel is angular crushed stone sized specifically to let water pass through while the stone stays put. It comes in two sizes: 3/4 inch for standard French drains and residential work, and 1-1/2 inch for larger drainage systems and commercial projects. See all gravel products we carry.

In Calcasieu Parish, you need it more than most places. Our water table sits high. The clay soil holds water against foundations, under slabs, and across yards. Hurricane season dumps 6 to 10 inches in a single storm. Drainage gravel is what gives that water somewhere to go.

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Applications

Common Uses for Drainage Gravel in Calcasieu Parish

Drainage gravel handles every water management job on residential and commercial sites. These are the five we deliver for most often.

French Drains

The number one use in Calcasieu Parish. 3/4-inch stone packs around perforated pipe and creates consistent gaps for water to move through. Plan about 1 cubic yard per 8 linear feet at 12 inches wide and 18 inches deep.

Foundation Perimeter Drains

A 12-inch trench of drainage gravel around a foundation keeps water from pressing against the walls. Critical in Lake Charles where clay soil traps moisture and causes cracking, settling, and mold.

Yard Drainage

Low spots in your yard that hold water after every rain need a drainage solution. A gravel-filled trench or dry well lined with drainage gravel moves standing water underground and away from your property.

Ditch Lining

Drainage gravel lines roadside ditches and channels to slow erosion and keep water flowing. The angular edges lock together so the stone stays in place during heavy rain. Common along rural roads in Moss Bluff, Carlyss, and Iowa.

Septic Drain Fields

Septic leach lines sit in beds of drainage gravel. The stone provides the void space for effluent to disperse into surrounding soil. Most systems in Calcasieu Parish use 1-1/2-inch stone for this.

Local Conditions

Why Drainage Gravel Works in Southwest Louisiana

Three things make drainage gravel a necessity here. First, the water table. In most of Calcasieu Parish, groundwater sits 2 to 4 feet below grade. That means any trench, any foundation, any low spot fills with water fast.

Second, clay soil. Our native clay absorbs water slowly and holds it for days. It swells when wet and shrinks when dry. That movement cracks foundations and buckles driveways. Drainage gravel creates a path for water to bypass the clay entirely.

Third, volume. Hurricane season and summer thunderstorms drop serious water in short periods. You need a drainage system that handles 4 to 6 inches in an afternoon, not just a light rain. The angular edges of drainage gravel create larger void spaces than round stone, which means higher flow capacity when you need it most.

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Drainage Gravel Specs

We stock two sizes. Pick the one that fits your project.

Property	3/4 Inch	1-1/2 Inch
Size	Approximately 3/4 inch (19mm)	Approximately 1-1/2 inch (38mm)
Shape	Angular, crushed, interlocking	Angular, crushed, interlocking
Color	Gray with natural variation	Gray with natural variation
Weight	Approximately 1.4 tons per cubic yard	Approximately 1.4 tons per cubic yard
Best For	French drains, foundation drains, yard drainage	Ditch lining, septic fields, large drainage systems
Drainage Rate	High. Angular gaps allow rapid water flow.	Very high. Larger voids, higher flow capacity.
Compaction	Moderate. Interlocks under load.	Low. Stays loose for maximum drainage.
Coverage	1 cubic yard covers ~100 sq ft at 3 inches deep	1 cubic yard covers ~100 sq ft at 3 inches deep

Quick Facts

Sizes3/4 inch and 1-1/2 inch

Weight / CY~1.4 tons per cubic yard

DeliveryNext-day guaranteed

Min. OrderNo minimum (pickup)

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Call or fill out the form. Tell us which size (3/4 inch or 1-1/2 inch), how many yards, and your delivery address in Calcasieu Parish.

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Order before noon and we deliver the next day. French drains, foundation work, septic installs, ditch projects. We run drainage gravel to every part of the parish.

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Coverage Delivery Areas

We deliver drainage gravel to every community in Calcasieu Parish. Next-day guaranteed. Call early for next-day delivery.

Lake Charles Sulphur Moss Bluff Westlake Prien Carlyss Iowa, LA Vinton DeQuincy

Common Questions

Drainage Gravel FAQ

What size drainage gravel do I need for a French drain?

Most French drains use 3/4-inch drainage gravel. It packs around perforated pipe with consistent gaps for water flow without clogging the pipe slots. For larger commercial drainage, 1-1/2-inch stone handles higher water volume.

How much drainage gravel do I need per linear foot?

A standard French drain at 12 inches wide and 18 inches deep uses about 1 cubic yard per 8 linear feet. A foundation drain at 12 inches wide and 12 inches deep uses about 1 cubic yard per 12 linear feet. Use the calculator on this page for your exact measurements.

Is drainage gravel the same as pea gravel?

No. Drainage gravel is angular crushed stone that locks together and stays in place. Pea gravel is smooth and rounded. Both drain well, but drainage gravel is the better choice for structural drainage because the angular edges interlock and resist shifting under load.

Can I use drainage gravel around my foundation in Lake Charles?

Yes. Foundation perimeter drains are one of the most common uses for drainage gravel here. Our clay soil holds water against foundations, which causes cracking and settling. A 12-inch trench of drainage gravel around the foundation moves that water away.

Do you deliver drainage gravel to Sulphur and Moss Bluff?

Yes. We deliver drainage gravel to every community in Calcasieu Parish including Lake Charles, Sulphur, Moss Bluff, Westlake, Prien, Carlyss, Iowa, Vinton, and DeQuincy. Next-day delivery on most orders placed before noon.

Drainage Gravel Delivery in Calcasieu Parish

What Drainage Gravel Is and Why It Matters Here

Common Uses for Drainage Gravel in Calcasieu Parish

French Drains

Foundation Perimeter Drains

Yard Drainage

Ditch Lining

Septic Drain Fields

Why Drainage Gravel Works in Southwest Louisiana

Drainage Gravel Specs

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