Crushed Stone ordered online by the ton. A dump truck delivers to your Fort Payne address and unloads right where you point.








Fort Payne gets about 58 inches of precipitation a year, making drainage and washout planning a key part of any building project. Crushed stone provides a stable, permeable base that handles water well and stays in place under heavy use.
Whether you are pouring a slab, building a driveway, or installing a French drain, crushed stone in the right size and depth gives you a foundation that lasts. Gravel Monkey delivers by the ton, direct to your address in Fort Payne.
The most-ordered crushed stone size for general construction in Fort Payne is 3/4" Crushed Stone. It works as a base for driveways, patios, and walkways and as drainage aggregate. Other sizes serve more specific jobs:
| Product | Use | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 3/8" Crushed Stone | Paver setting bed and tight fill | Fine aggregate for compacted joints and leveling. |
| 3/4" Crushed Stone | The all-purpose size for base and drainage | Most ordered for general construction. |
| 1"-1 1/2" Crushed Stone | Heavy base and erosion control | Larger stone for deep fill and slope stability. |
| 2"-3" Crushed Stone | Rip rap style edging and deep fill | Used for erosion control and structural backfill. |
| #57 Crushed Stone | Concrete aggregate, French drains, driveway base | A graded stone that drains well and compacts. |
| #67 Stone | Concrete mix and drainage backfill | Slightly smaller than #57, good for tight spaces. |
| #8 Stone | Paver joints and pipe bedding | Fine crushed stone for bedding and joint filling. |
| #10 Rock Screenings | Leveling course under pavers | Dust-like material that tamps smooth. |
To help you pick the right product and depth for your project, use this guide:
| Project | What to order | Depth or note |
|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab base | 3/4" Crushed Stone or #57 Crushed Stone | 4 to 6 inches compacted in lifts. |
| French drain | #57 Crushed Stone or 3/4" Crushed Stone | Surround pipe with 6 inches of stone on all sides. |
| Driveway base layer | #57 Crushed Stone | 6 to 8 inches compacted, depending on vehicle weight. |
| Paver bedding | 3/8" Crushed Stone or #10 Rock Screenings | 1 to 2 inches for setting bed. |
| Pipe backfill | #67 Stone or 3/8" Crushed Stone | 4 to 6 inches around pipe for drainage. |
Fort Payne gets about 58 inches of precipitation a year, which means drainage and washout planning are essential for any crushed stone base. The ground around Fort Payne is in hydrologic group D, which means it takes water in very slowly, so most rain runs across the surface. This makes draining the base and going deeper with crushed stone even more important.
About 83 days a year bring at least a tenth of an inch of rain, so scheduling delivery onto firm ground matters. About 78 days a year drop below 32F. Freeze and thaw cycles work on loose material all winter, which is the argument for the deeper first lift. Ground freezing here is real but moderate, and that affects how deep the base layer needs to be.
With about 1 inch of snowfall a year, plowing damage to a loose surface is less of a concern, but still worth planning for if you use an unbound crushed stone surface.
To estimate how many tons of crushed stone you need, measure the length and width of the area in feet, multiply by the desired depth in feet, and divide by 27 to get cubic yards. Then multiply by about 1.4 tons per cubic yard for crushed stone. Use our crushed stone calculator to get a quick tonnage estimate for your Fort Payne project.
Ordering crushed stone from Gravel Monkey is straightforward. Choose your product and quantity online, and delivery is priced by ZIP at checkout. Loads run from one ton to 40 tons or more, delivered by dump truck to your address in Fort Payne.
Free delivery applies on qualifying orders. Use code FIRSTTIMER50 at checkout to take $50 off your first order. You choose a delivery window at checkout: morning, 7 am to 12 pm, or afternoon, 12 pm to 5 pm. Orders must be placed at least 3 business days ahead.
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Yes, because about 78 days a year drop below 32F, the ground can freeze and make access firm or slippery. Gravel Monkey schedules delivery within your chosen window, and you must be present or have someone at the site. If the ground is frozen, the truck can still unload, but compaction may be harder.
Yes, because the ground around Fort Payne is in hydrologic group D, meaning water runs across the surface rather than soaking in. This requires a deeper crushed stone base for drainage and stability. You may need more crushed stone than in areas with better-draining soil.
For vehicle loads such as driveways, a crushed stone base of 6 to 8 inches compacted is typical. Heavier traffic or softer soil may need more depth. Use the crushed stone calculator to estimate tonnage for your depth.
Yes, angular, graded stone like #57 or 3/4" Crushed Stone compacts well because the pieces interlock. Uniform sizes like 3/8" or screenings compact into a dense mass but may not drain as well. Choose the right grade for your project's compaction and drainage needs.
Enter your delivery ZIP on Gravel Monkey's product page to see the price for crushed stone delivered to your Fort Payne address. No yard visits or pickup needed. Just order online and the truck arrives at your chosen time.
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