Project Guide · Drainage

Gravel for Drainage Projects in Midland, MI

Good drainage uses clean, angular stone that lets water move freely. Here is what to use for French drains, downspout runs, and wet spots in the yard — and the materials you can order today.

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What gravel is best for drainage?

Use a clean (washed) stone with no fines, such as 1" clear limestone (6AA) or limestone chip stone. Without fines, water drains through quickly instead of holding moisture — ideal for French drains and around perforated pipe.

Building a French drain

Dig a sloped trench, line it with filter fabric, add a few inches of clean stone, lay perforated pipe, then backfill with more clean stone. Wrap the fabric over the top to keep soil out. Estimate stone with the calculator.

Popular materials

Order any of these for pickup at our Midland yard or local delivery.

1 1/2" x 4" Field StoneAggregate & Stone1 1/2" x 4" Field Stone is smooth, rounded natural stones (ranging from 1.5" to 4" in diameter) great for decorative landscaping, garden beds, pathways, dry creek beds, erosion control on slopes, or as mulch around plants and trees. It adds a clean, riverView & order →1" Limestone - Clear (6AA)Aggregate & Stone6AA Limestone is a clean, crushed limestone (about 3/4" to 1" size) great for drainage projects, septic systems, French drains, backfilling retaining walls, or as a base under concrete/pavers where good flow-through is needed. It drains fast and stays staView & order →1" River RockAggregate & Stone1" River Rock is smooth, rounded natural stone (about 1 inch size) great for decorative landscaping, garden beds, pathways, water features, dry creek beds, or as mulch around plants and trees. It adds a clean, natural look while draining well and stayingView & order →1" x 2" River RockAggregate & Stone1" x 2" River Rock - 4A is smooth, rounded natural stones (about 1 to 2 inches) great for decorative landscaping, garden beds, pathways, dry creek beds, erosion control on slopes, or as mulch around plants and trees.View & order →18" - 36"+ BouldersAggregate & Stone18" - 36" Boulders are large, natural stones (about 18 to 36 inches across) great for creating focal points in the yard, building retaining walls, controlling erosion on slopes, accenting gardens, or adding dramatic rock features like borders and water feView & order →21AA Crushed ConcreteAggregate & Stone21AA Crushed Concrete is recycled crushed concrete (1-1/2" down to fines) great for strong bases under driveways, parking areas, sheds, patios, or roads. It compacts tight for excellent stability, handles heavy loads well, and is a budget-friendly, eco-frView & order →22A/23A Limestone - 1" MinusAggregate & Stone22A / 23A Stonemix is crushed limestone gravel (about 1" down to fines) great for driveways, road base, parking areas, walkways, and stable unpaved spots around your home. It packs down hard for a tough, long-lasting surface that handles cars, trucks, andView & order →4" x 8" Field StoneAggregate & Stone4" x 8" Field Stone is larger, rounded natural stones (about 4" to 8" in diameter) great for erosion control on slopes or ditches, lining drainage areas, building low retaining walls, accenting gardens, or creating bold rock borders and water features. ItView & order →

Frequently asked questions

What kind of gravel do you use for a French drain?
A clean, washed stone with no fines — typically 1" clear limestone — so water drains freely around the pipe.
Do you deliver drainage stone in Midland, MI?
Yes, for pickup or delivery. Order online or call (989) 832-0500.

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