High quality base, cobbles and rip rap products for construction
Western Materials offers all types of base, cobbles, and rip rap. Base has many construction fill, compaction, and stabilization applications in road and highway construction, around underground structures, under foundations below buildings and homes, and for driveways and pathways. The base is usually a mix of different types of rocks and soil that provide a strong bind. Our cobbles and rip rap are used in many applications such as residential and commercial landscaping, slope stabilization, containment, and erosion control around roads, highways, lakes, and beaches. If you would like to inquire about a free quote, feel free to CONTACT US.
Western Materials offers premium base material, cobbles, and rip rap ideal for both structural and decorative applications. Base serves fill, compaction, stabilization, and erosion protection needs in roadwork, underground infrastructure, foundations, and driveways. Our rip rap and cobbles are trusted for residential and commercial large landscaping rocks needs, slope and shoreline protection, and erosion control across highways, lakes, and beaches.
Rip rap acts as a top layer of loose, angular stone used to resist erosion. Commonly used for riverbanks and stream stabilization, rip rap prevents soil migration and supports landscape longevity. A graded mixture of stone sizes is essential for effective installation. Using a filter material underneath helps ensure soil retention. Rip rap may also come from concrete rubble. For effective application, it should be twice as thick as the largest rock size. We also provide large landscape boulders for sale near me for major construction and aesthetic needs. If you’d like a free quote, CONTACT US today.
3″ Minus: Crushed stone screened to remove pieces larger than 3 inches. Great for road base, construction fill, or erosion control on steep slopes with mesh or fencing.
6″ Rock: Approximately 6-inch rocks used for shoreline erosion control, gravel roads, and as a foundation for large landscaping rocks and structural construction.
9″ Rock: Ideal for retaining walls, erosion control, and riverbank stabilization. Also excellent for building out large rocks for landscaping in scenic outdoor projects.
12″ Rock: 12-inch rocks commonly used for larger landscaping projects, erosion control systems, and structural reinforcement like retaining walls and waterways.
1/4 Ton (18” Rock): Rocks around 18 inches in diameter, perfect for structural work, shoreline structures, and decorative features involving large landscape boulders for sale near me.
1/2 Ton (24” Rock): Used in large-scale erosion prevention and construction. These are also perfect for bold landscape accents and large rocks for landscaping installations.
1 Ton (30” Rock): Extremely large 36-inch stones for shoreline stabilization, erosion control, and striking landscape features. Riprap is also used in coastal protection and marine-grade infrastructure.
2 Ton (36” Rock): Very large rocks weighing about 2 tons and around 36 inches in diameter, used in major construction projects, large-scale erosion control, and as significant decorative elements in landscaping. They are also used in creating a retaining wall and stabilizing the earth. Rock armour is a method for shoreline protection and erosion control. Riprap is also used in
4″-8″ Cobble: These mid-sized cobbles are excellent for erosion control, slope protection, and small decorative landscaping like dry creek beds or fountains.
8″-12″ Cobble: Often used in dry stream beds, water features, and high-visibility decorative applications where durability and size matter for impact and control.
12″-24″ Cobble: Large cobbles between 12 and 24 inches in size, suitable for significant decorative landscaping, slope stabilization, and erosion-resistant pathways and borders.
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Rip rap gravel consists of large, angular stones or boulders used to protect soil from erosion, typically along shorelines, riverbanks, and embankments.
Disadvantages of rip rap include its potential to be visually unappealing, its high initial cost, and the need for periodic maintenance and replacement due to shifting or weathering.
The best rock for rip rap is typically durable, angular stone such as granite or limestone, which provides stability and effective erosion control.
Yes, rip rap can be expensive due to the cost of materials, transportation, and installation. The overall cost depends on the size of the project and the type of rock used.