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#4 limestone runs 1.5 to 2.5 inches per stone. That size is too big for driveways but exactly right for drainage. Water moves through #4 fast. The large void space between stones lets heavy flow pass without backing up. That makes it the standard choice for drainage channels, pipe bedding, and erosion control on Tangipahoa Parish properties and commercial sites.
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#4 limestone is the standard choice for drainage channels, pipe bedding, and erosion control on Tangipahoa Parish properties and commercial sites. Water moves through the large void space fast.
We stock it year-round and deliver across Hammond, Ponchatoula, Amite City, and the surrounding parish. Browse all limestone types we carry.
Applications
What #4 Limestone Gets Used For
Drainage Channels
#4 limestone lines drainage swales and channels better than smaller stone. The larger size resists movement when water flows fast. It stays put in heavy Louisiana rain events. Along the low-lying areas near Ponchatoula and the Tangipahoa River flood zones, this stone does real work.
Erosion Control
Bare soil erodes fast in Tangipahoa Parish. #4 limestone creates an armor layer over exposed banks and slopes. The angular edges lock together. The stone weight holds the surface in place when runoff accelerates.
Pipe Bedding
Pipes need stable support below and clean fill above. #4 limestone is the standard bedding material for utility and drainage pipe installations. It distributes load evenly, doesn't compress unpredictably, and lets any groundwater drain away from the pipe instead of pooling around it.
Slab Base
For large concrete slabs on poorly draining ground, a layer of #4 limestone below the gravel base improves drainage under the pour. This is more common on commercial projects in Hammond where clay soils create drainage problems under finished surfaces.
Culvert Protection
Culvert inlets and outlets take concentrated water flow at high velocity. Smaller stone scours and washes away. #4 limestone stays in place. A properly lined culvert outlet with #4 limestone prevents undermining and keeps the surrounding soil stable after every rain event.
Retention Pond Banks
Retention pond banks need protection at the water line where wave action and water level fluctuation erode unprotected soil. #4 limestone holds these banks without needing concrete. We deliver to commercial developments, subdivisions, and industrial sites across Tangipahoa Parish.
Specifications
#4 Limestone Details
Particle Size
1.5 to 2.5 inches
Color
Light gray to off-white
Shape
Angular, crushed
Primary Uses
Drainage, pipe bedding, erosion control
Delivery Unit
Tons
Minimum Order
1 ton
Service Area
Tangipahoa Parish and surrounding areas
Estimate
#4 Limestone Calculator
Drainage trench depth and width drive the calculation for most #4 limestone jobs. Tell us the length, width, and depth of your swale. We'll calculate the tonnage and quote delivery.
#4 Limestone Calculator
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Call (985) 602-5752 or fill out the contact form. Tell us your address, the job type, and approximate quantity. We handle Tangipahoa Parish and neighboring areas.
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One number covers the stone and the delivery. No hidden fees. No fuel surcharges billed separately. What we quote is what you pay.
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Most orders can be scheduled within 24 hours. If your job is urgent, call us early in the morning. We'll do our best to get a truck routed to you the same day or next day.
Why use #4 limestone instead of smaller stone for drainage?
Smaller stone packs tighter and reduces flow rate. #4 limestone keeps large void spaces between stones, so water moves through fast. In a heavy rain event on a Tangipahoa Parish property, a drainage channel filled with #4 limestone handles runoff that would overwhelm a channel filled with fine gravel.
Can #4 limestone be used for a driveway?
I wouldn't recommend it for a finished driveway surface. The stones are too large to drive on comfortably, and they shift and scatter. For driveways, #57 or #610 limestone gives you a much better result. #4 is built for drainage and erosion jobs.
Is #4 limestone the same as rip rap?
No. Rip rap runs much larger, typically 6 inches to 24 inches per stone depending on class. #4 limestone is smaller and is used for drainage applications where rip rap would be overkill. For riverbank work or heavy flow channels, rip rap is the right call.
How do I know how much I need for a drainage swale?
Tell us the length, width, and depth of your swale. We'll calculate the tonnage and quote delivery. Most residential drainage swales in Hammond and Ponchatoula take 3 to 8 tons depending on size.
How far do you deliver?
We deliver throughout Tangipahoa Parish. Hammond, Ponchatoula, Amite City, Kentwood, Roseland, Independence, and surrounding areas. For larger orders outside the parish, call us and we'll check routes.
Still Have Questions?
Call (985) 602-5752. We'll tell you straight what you need for the job.
