Tips for Filling Gravel Driveway Potholes in Spring

It’s the time of year for potholes. Nothing creates potholes like changing weather, draining water from melting snow and rainstorms. So, what do you do when your gravel or dirt driveway is full of deep pits and potholes this spring? We’ve got three steps to a patch that should last you a while!  

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How to Get Rid of Gravel Driveway Potholes

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Step 1: Clean Out Debris 

You’ll need a tamper, some coarse gravel, gravel that matches the driveway surface, and a shovel.

Before you fill the hole, be sure to dig out any loose soil or rocks from the hole. You might need to dig down and out a little to find firm walls. This will help to ensure the patch stays in place for as long as possible.

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Step 2: Fill The Pothole 

Fill the hole to about 3 inches below the surface of the driveway with coarse gravel and pack it down. Look up instructions to create a homemade tamper, or rent a construction grade tool. Fill the last 3 inches of the hole with gravel that matches the rest of the surface of the driveway.

If you have a dirt driveway, overfill the hole a bit and then water the patch and press it down firmly.

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Step 3: Ensure It’s Packed 

To finish the patch, you’ll want to ensure everything is packed down. The easiest way to do this is to drive your vehicle over it a few times.

If you’d like to prevent potholes in the future, consider creating a slope down either side of your driveway, with the center being the high-point. This will keep drainage from collecting and creating more holes to fill.

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