South of Marrero, next to Barataria
Asphalt Paving in Estelle, LA
A growing community at sea level on the edge of the wetlands.
- Free on-site estimates
- Written scope: base, thickness and drainage spelled out
- Permit questions answered before work is scheduled
Paving at the Edge of the Wetlands
Asphalt paving in Estelle means building on some of the lowest, wettest ground on the West Bank. Estelle is a census-designated place in Jefferson Parish, south of Marrero, at an official elevation of about 0 feet. The Jean Lafitte National Park's Barataria Preserve is right next door. Estelle has grown steadily, from 14,091 residents in 1990 to 17,952 in 2020.
Soft ground
Near the wetlands, the soil can be very soft and organic. A driveway on that ground needs the soft material removed where practical, a geotextile fabric to keep stone from sinking into the mud, and a deeper compacted stone base.
Growing neighborhoods
Unlike many older suburbs, Estelle has kept growing. Newer homes need driveways built right from the start, and homes from the 1990s and 2000s are reaching resurfacing age.
History
Part of the colonial-era Isleno Barataria Settlement was in what is now southern Estelle, and the area later became the site of the WWL-AM radio transmitter.
Parish permits
Estelle is unincorporated, so Jefferson Parish handles driveway aprons on parish right-of-way through its Department of Engineering.
Costs
HomeGuide puts new asphalt driveways at about $5 to $12 or more per square foot nationally. On very soft ground, a deeper base and fabric add to that, but they are what keep the driveway from sinking.
Drainage
Near the wetlands, ditches and street drains handle a lot of water. We set the driveway's slope so it drains to them and keep the edges supported.
Upkeep
Once the asphalt cures, sealing every few years and filling cracks promptly keep water out of the base.
Call (504) 499-5506 or get a free estimate.
Estelle Facts That Shape the Job
- Sea-level ground. Estelle's official elevation is about 0 feet, and the Barataria Preserve is adjacent.
- Steady growth. Estelle grew from 14,091 residents in 1990 to 16,377 in 2010 and 17,952 in 2020.
- Isleno history. Part of the colonial-era Isleno Barataria Settlement was in what is now southern Estelle.
Our Services in Estelle, LA
Estelle Questions
Why does my Estelle driveway keep sinking?
Very soft ground near the wetlands. A deeper base with fabric is the fix.
Who handles permits?
Jefferson Parish for aprons on parish right-of-way.
Can you pave a new-build driveway?
Yes, from the base up.
How long will my driveway last on soft ground?
Cost guides give asphalt 15 to 30 years. On very soft ground, a well-built base and regular upkeep are what get you there.
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