Crushed Gravel ordered online by the ton. A dump truck delivers to your Texarkana address and unloads right where you point.
Building a driveway or a base for a shed in Texarkana often starts with crushed gravel. Two common choices are 3/4" Crushed Gravel for the compacted base and 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel as a first lift over soft ground.
Texarkana gets about 52 inches of precipitation a year, so drainage planning matters when you choose a base. Crushed gravel compacts well and lets water pass through, which helps manage the wet weather.
Crushed gravel comes in different sizes for different layers. Finer grades make a smooth finish, while larger stones handle heavy loads and mud. The table below lists the options we deliver.
| Size | Best For | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 3/8" Crushed Gravel | Fine compacting layer | Creates a smooth, tight surface for paths and paver bases. |
| 3/4" Crushed Gravel | Base and driveways | The workhorse size that compacts well and handles traffic. |
| 1" - 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel | Structural base under heavy loads | Used under concrete or large equipment pads. |
| 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel | First lift over soft subgrade | Provides a stable platform before a finer layer. |
| 2"-3" Crushed Gravel | Mud control and deep fill | Ideal for very wet areas or deep fill in low spots. |
The table below shows two approaches for common jobs: a budget option using one product and a long-term build that uses two layers.
| Project | What to order | Depth or note |
|---|---|---|
| Farm and site access road | 2"-3" Crushed Gravel with a cap of 3/4" Crushed Gravel | Base depth 6 to 8 inches, cap 4 inches |
| Trench backfill | 3/4" Crushed Gravel | Place in 6-inch lifts, compact each lift |
| Compacted base for structures | 1" - 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel | Depth 4 to 6 inches after compaction |
| Shed or slab pad | 3/8" Crushed Gravel | Compact to 4 inches for a level base |
| Soft or muddy subgrade | 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel first, then 3/4" Crushed Gravel | Stabilize the subgrade before placing the base layer |
Soils mapped in the Texarkana area are commonly moderately well drained. As area guidance, you may need less base stone under the surface layer than in heavy clay areas. Ground around Texarkana is in dual hydrologic group B/D: where it is drained, water soaks in at a moderate rate; where it is not, most rain runs across the surface. That makes drainage and a deeper base more important here than elsewhere.
About 69 days a year bring at least a tenth of an inch of rain. Scheduling the delivery onto firm ground means waiting for a dry stretch. Texarkana sees about 46 days a year below freezing. Ground freezing is real but moderate, which affects how deep the base layer needs to be to avoid heave.
The area gets about 2 inches of snow a year. Plowing that snow can damage a loose gravel surface, so a well-compacted top layer is important. Winters here are cold enough to move an unsettled base, so compaction is worth the extra pass.
To estimate tonnage, measure the length and width of the area in feet, decide the depth in inches, and use one of the material calculators on our site. The calculator will give you a tonnage figure based on your dimensions.
Ordering is straightforward. You choose the tonnage online, pay by card, and select a delivery window at checkout. Prices are set by your ZIP code, not by a yard visit, because Gravel Monkey is a national broker that sources from regional suppliers. Loads run from one ton to over 40 tons. Delivery must be at least 3 business days after the order date. You choose a morning or afternoon window. A valid phone number is required to confirm the delivery. You get an email with a photo of the load closer to the date, and delivery only goes ahead once you approve that second email. Someone must be at the site during the window. First-time customers can use code FIRSTTIMER50 for $50 off. For more on how it works, see About Gravel Monkey, Delivery information, and Customer reviews.
Yes, Gravel Monkey delivers crushed gravel to Texarkana and nearby towns. Delivery dates are set at checkout and must be at least 3 business days after the order. You choose a morning or afternoon window.
The amount you need depends on the project size. Loads from one ton to over 40 tons are available. Use the material calculators on our site to determine your tonnage based on area and depth.
Crushed gravel is not a good choice for septic drain fields or areas where drainage must be controlled precisely. It is also not used as a decorative mulch around plants because it can contain fines that compact over time.
The driver will dump the load in the location you specify during checkout, as long as the truck can access it safely. You must have a road width of at least 12 feet for the truck. If access is restricted, the driver unloads as close as possible to the requested spot.
Ordering crushed gravel for your Texarkana project is straightforward. Use the Texarkana hub to see all materials we deliver to your address. Choose your product, pick a delivery window, and the truck arrives.
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See the delivered price for your address and order crushed gravel by the ton online. Loads run from 1 to over 40 tons, with free delivery on qualifying orders.
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