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Gravel delivered to Wilkes Barre 18706

Crushed gravel and base materials that compact under tires.

Road Base

3/4" minus blend compacted under roads and heavy-load areas

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Rock & Stone delivered to Wilkes Barre 18706

Graded crushed stone for drainage, concrete and heavy work.

RipRap

4" to 12"+ rock for shorelines, slopes and culvert outlets

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Decorative delivered to Wilkes Barre 18706

Rounded stone for beds, borders and water features.

Sand delivered to Wilkes Barre 18706

Washed sand for masonry, concrete and leveling.

Soil, Fill & Mulch delivered to Wilkes Barre 18706

Soil and fill by the ton, mulch by the cubic yard.

Fill Dirt

Compactable dirt for grading, backfill and low spots

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American Rock Supply delivers bulk gravel, crushed stone, sand, soil, and mulch to homeowners and contractors in ZIP 18706 of Wilkes Barre, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania.

Common projects include residential driveways, paver patios, drainage work, landscape beds, lawn repair, and base preparation for sheds and outbuildings.

Other materials like fill dirt, mason sand, and river rock are also available for specific site needs. Contact the team for help selecting the right option.

Material Selection by Project Type

  • Driveways: Crusher run or 2A limestone compacts well for a long-lasting driveway base. A top layer of clean stone can be added for a cleaner look.
  • Drainage: Crushed Stone like #57 or #8 works best around foundations or in French drains. Avoid materials with fines that could clog the system.
  • Patios and walkways: A compacted base of crusher run under patio pavers provides stability. For walkways, Natural Pea Gravel or Stone Screenings can be used as a top layer.
  • Landscape beds and soil work: Dyed mulch or river rock adds a clean finished look. Top soil or garden soil improves planting beds and helps establish new lawns.

Local Conditions That Affect Material Choice

ZIP 18706 in Wilkes Barre includes a mix of older compact lots near the Susquehanna River and newer subdivisions on higher ground. Soil types vary from clay-rich areas that drain slowly to Top Soil in the upland sections.

Freeze-thaw cycles during winter can shift un-compacted driveways, so a properly graded base of crusher run is important. Heavy spring rains may cause runoff issues - clean stone drainage layers help prevent water pooling.

The rural fringe of the ZIP has long driveways and open land, while the built-up parts near the city center have tight access and limited storage space for material piles.

Delivery and Access in ZIP 18706 of Wilkes Barre

American Rock Supply is delivery-only and serves much of ZIP 18706. A standard dump truck can reach most properties, but tight suburban driveways and overhead branches may require careful placement.

Long rural driveways with soft ground after rain may need a drop location near the road to avoid getting stuck. Steep grades and limited turnaround space can also affect where we set the material.

For single-load homeowner orders, we recommend choosing a clear, level spot that is easy for the driver to access. Contractors with larger jobs often plan a staging area for multiple loads.

Conclusion & Next Steps

For bulk gravel, stone, sand, soil, and mulch in ZIP 18706 of Wilkes Barre, American Rock Supply can help match materials to your project and arrange delivery.

Contact the team to discuss driveway, patio, drainage, landscape, soil, or contractor-site needs.

Base support on mapped ground

The USDA soil survey identifies the ground at the ZIP's center point as Mine dump. Place geotextile below a driveway or patio base to prevent underlying material from mixing with the aggregate. At that same point, the mapped Llewellyn Formation includes sandstone, siltstone, shale, anthracite, and conglomerate. Keep excavated native material separate from clean base stone when preparing a driveway, patio, or drainage trench.[1],[2]

Drainage for wet and frozen conditions

The NOAA station at Francis E Walter Dam, PA, about 11 miles away, reports 48.8 inches of average yearly precipitation. Use open Drain Rock beside a hard surface or in a drainage trench to leave spaces for water to move through. That station records 163 days each year when the low reaches 32 F or colder. A well-compacted angular crushed-stone base gives a driveway or patio surface steadier support through repeated freezing and thawing. The median last spring freeze is May 7, and the median first fall freeze is October 6. For a planting bed, reserve Top Soil for the rooting area and use Shredded Mulch as a surface cover around established plants.[3]

Existing home-site material work

Census data count 7,761 housing units in the ZIP, with 60 percent detached single-family houses, compared with 51 percent across Wilkes-Barre. The Census median construction year is 1958 in the ZIP, later than the city's 1943 median. When an existing driveway or patio is opened, remove loose material, including soft or mixed material, before rebuilding with a compacted crushed-stone layer. Census data also show that 66 percent of occupied homes in the ZIP are owner-occupied. For a garden bed near a house, use Top Soil above the structural stone and reserve base aggregate for structural support.[4]

Aggregate references and recorded orders

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation names Subbase, No. 2A aggregate, Section 350, Publication 408 Specifications (2026 Edition, Change No. 1) as its aggregate-base specification. For a residential base, use crushed angular stone where a stable, interlocking layer is needed because round stone can roll under load. American Rock Supply's Pennsylvania delivery records for the last 24 months list 3/8" Natural Pea Gravel, Driveway Gravel, and 3/4" Crushed Stone as the most often ordered materials. The median size of those Pennsylvania orders was 2 tons.[5],[6]

Questions Pennsylvania customers ask us

What type of stone or gravel is best for my project?
The USDA soil survey maps Mine dump at the ZIP's center point, so place geotextile beneath a driveway or patio base and use compacted angular crushed stone for support. The mapped Llewellyn Formation includes sandstone, siltstone, shale, anthracite, and conglomerate, so keep excavated material separate from clean aggregate. With 48.8 inches of yearly precipitation at the NOAA station, use Drain Rock where water must move through a trench or along a hard surface.[1],[2],[3],[7]

The numbers behind this section

FactValueApplies toSource
Soil map unit at the ZIP's center pointMine dumpZIP map point[1]
Mapped geologic unit at the ZIP's center pointLlewellyn FormationZIP map point[2]
Rock or sediment type of that unitsandstone, siltstone, shale, anthracite, conglomerateZIP map point[2]
NOAA normals station usedFrancis E Walter Dam, PA, about 11 miles awayWeather station[3]
Average yearly precipitation48.8 inchesWeather station[3]
Days a year the low reaches 32 F or colder163 daysWeather station[3]
Median date of the last spring freeze (32 F)May 7Weather station[3]
Median date of the first fall freeze (32 F)October 6Weather station[3]
Housing units in ZIP 187067,761This ZIP[4]
Share of homes in ZIP 18706 that are detached single-family houses60 percentThis ZIP[4]
Share of homes in Wilkes-Barre that are detached single-family houses51 percentWhole town[4]
Median year homes in ZIP 18706 were built1958This ZIP[4]
Median year homes in Wilkes-Barre were built1943Whole town[4]
Share of occupied homes in ZIP 18706 lived in by the owner66 percentThis ZIP[4]
Pennsylvania Department of Transportation aggregate base specificationSubbase, No. 2A aggregate, Section 350, Publication 408 Specifications (2026 Edition, Change No. 1)State[5]
Materials most often in American Rock Supply orders delivered in Pennsylvania, last 24 months3/8" Natural Pea Gravel, Driveway Gravel, 3/4" Crushed StoneState[6]
Median size of those Pennsylvania orders2 tonsState[6]
Customer question themes in Pennsylvaniaasked by three or more customers eachState[7]

Sources

  1. USDA NRCS Soil Data Access (SSURGO soil survey), retrieved 2026-10-29
  2. USGS State Geologic Map Compilation (Horton and others, 2017), queried through the Macrostrat API, retrieved 2026-10-29
  3. NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020, annual and seasonal, retrieved 2026-10-29
  4. U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates (tables B25001, B25003, B25024, B25035), retrieved 2026-10-29
  5. Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, Publication 408 Specifications (2026 Edition, Change No. 1), Section 350, retrieved 2026-10-29
  6. American Rock Supply delivered orders, aggregated (no single order or customer shown), retrieved 2026-10-29
  7. Questions American Rock Supply customers sent by email and text, grouped into themes and paraphrased, retrieved 2026-10-29

Point and station values describe one spot, not every lot in the ZIP. Check your own site before you build.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about delivery to 18706 in Wilkes Barre, PA

Does American Rock Supply deliver to ZIP 18706?

Yes, we deliver bulk aggregates, soil, and mulch to properties in ZIP 18706. Contact us with your address to confirm access and schedule a delivery time.

What aggregate is best for a residential driveway in Wilkes Barre?

Crusher run is the most common choice for a compacted driveway base. It contains a blend of stone and fines that binds under weight. A top layer of clean stone can be added if desired.

What is the difference between crusher run and Crushed Stone?

Crusher run contains smaller particles and dust that help it compact into a solid surface. Crushed Stone is washed and free of fines, allowing water to drain through it. Use clean stone for drainage and crusher run for compaction.

What material works best for drainage around a foundation?

Clean #57 crushed stone is a top choice because it is uniform and allows groundwater to move away easily. Avoid materials with fines that could trap water.

Can material be delivered to long driveways or tight lots in ZIP 18706?

We can deliver to most locations, but long driveways with soft ground or tight lots with limited turn space may need a designated drop area near the road. Let us know your site conditions when ordering.

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