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#411 Gravel vs #89 Stone

Side-by-side comparison of #411 Gravel and #89 Stone to help you choose the right gravel for your project.

Overview

#411 Gravel

#411 gravel is a blended aggregate consisting of #57 stone mixed with stone fines. The combination allows for excellent compaction while still providing better drainage than pure crusher run, making it a popular driveway and repair material.

#89 Stone

Small angular crushed stone approximately 3/8 inch and smaller. Similar in size to pea gravel but with angular edges that provide better compaction and stability. A versatile fine aggregate used in both construction and landscaping applications.

Common Uses

#411 Gravel

  • Driveways
  • Driveway repairs
  • Road base
  • Parking areas

#89 Stone

  • Walkways
  • Pipe bedding
  • Asphalt mix
  • Between pavers
  • Top dressing
  • Drainage backfill

Pros & Cons

#411 Gravel

  • + Compacts firmly
  • + Better drainage than crusher run
  • + Smooth driving surface
  • + Good for resurfacing existing driveways
  • Dusty when dry
  • Not decorative
  • Can soften if drainage is poor

#89 Stone

  • + Angular edges compact better than rounded pea gravel
  • + Small size fills tight spaces
  • + Good for pipe bedding and utility trenches
  • + Comfortable enough for walkways
  • + Excellent drainage
  • Too small for driveway base layers
  • Can migrate without edging
  • Less decorative than pea gravel
  • May be tracked by shoes
  • Not widely stocked at all suppliers

Cost Comparison

Measure #411 Gravel #89 Stone
Per ton $20 – $40 $22 – $40
Per cubic yard $25 – $55 $28 – $50

Sizes & Colors

#411 Gravel

Blend of 3/4" stone and fine particles. Typically gray in color.

#89 Stone

Angular crushed stone pieces 3/8" and smaller. Color varies by quarry — typically gray, blue-gray, or tan. The angular shape distinguishes it from similarly-sized pea gravel.

Published February 11, 2026

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