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Types of Rock

January 15, 2009 in Ask DNA Trucking | Comments (0)

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Crushed Concrete -is a recycled material used for many purposes including drainage, back fill, road base, paving, sidewalks. Crushed concrete is free of wires and rebar and is TXDOT compliant. This material is used for constructing drainage beds, laying pavers and for temporary or permanent road and sidewalks. A typical tandem truck load is 10 cubic yards.

Crushed Granite – is a hard rock material, ranging in size from 1/2′ to 2-1/2″.  Some varieties are screened of fines.  This mixture is good for drainage projects, packs nicely and allows water and air to penetrate. A typical tandem truck load is 10 cubic yards.

Decomposed Granite – as granite decomposes over millions of years, it turns into rocks.  This mixture packs well yet lets water drain easily.  It is high in trace minerals and environmentally safe.  Most common uses are in walkways, driveways, as mulch, soil mixtures or a paver stone base.  A typical tandem truck load is 10 cubic yards.

Pea Gravel - is washed native rock that is rounded and smooth. This gravel is used when building a path, driveway, playground surface or sub-ground drainage area.  It can also be used as mulch around trees. A typical tandem truck load is 10 cubic yards.

River Rock – are washed native stones of good size with smooth rounded surfaces; suitable for drainage projects and outdoor projects including: walkways, rock gardens, or driving surfaces. A typical tandem truck load is 10 cubic yards.