Buy Crushed Stone in Littleton, Colorado

Littleton gets about 19 inches of precipitation a year, and that makes drainage planning a key part of any crushed stone job. The right size and depth handle water properly and keep your base stable through wet weather.

Crushed stone is angular, unlike rounded pea gravel, and compacts well. The difference between crushed stone and crushed gravel is the parent rock and the grading, but both are angular. Whether you are building a driveway, a paver patio, or a French drain, choosing the correct crushed stone size gives you a lasting surface.

Crushed Stone Sizes Available for Delivery in Littleton

Each crushed stone size is made for a specific use. The table below lists what we deliver in Littleton and the best job for each one. You can order by the ton and get the delivered price at checkout.

Which Crushed Stone to Use for Common Littleton Projects

Match your project to the right product and you get a job that lasts. The table below gives a starting point for five typical uses.

Crushed Stone and Littleton's Climate

Ground around Littleton is in hydrologic group C, which means it takes water in slowly and sheds a fair amount across the surface. A deeper drainage layer earns its place under driveways and patios to handle that runoff.

Littleton sees about 155 days a year below 32F, so freeze-thaw cycles are common. That ground movement can shift a shallow base. Freeze and thaw cycles work on loose material all winter, which is the argument for the deeper first lift. The ground freezing here is real but moderate, so the base layer needs to go deep enough to stay stable.

Snowfall averages about 62 inches a year. Plowing a loose crushed stone surface can push the stone aside unless the top layer is well compacted. Scheduling delivery onto firm ground matters too: there are about 42 wet days a year that could turn a delivery spot into mud.

Estimating How Much Crushed Stone You Need

Use the crushed stone calculator to figure the right tonnage for your project. Enter the area and depth you plan to use, and it gives you the weight in tons to order.

Ordering Crushed Stone for Delivery in Littleton

Ordering is straightforward. You choose your crushed stone, enter your ZIP to see the delivered price, and pick a delivery window at checkout: morning (7 am to 12 pm) or afternoon (12 pm to 5 pm). The lead time is a minimum of 3 business days after the order date.

You need to be available, or have someone you nominate, during that window. The truck requires a road width of at least 12 feet. Use the code FIRSTTIMER50 on your first order to get $50 off. For more on how we work, see the About Gravel Monkey page. Check Customer reviews and read our Delivery information for full details on access, cancellation and inspection.

Crushed Stone and Complementary Materials

Many Littleton customers order these materials alongside crushed stone for a complete job.

• Walkway Gravel - Crushed stone base with walkway gravel on top gives you a stable, clean path.
• Sand - Use sand as a leveling bed over crushed stone for pavers.
• Gravel & Rock - Gravel and rock blends offer a different look for decorative areas.
• Crushed Gravel - Crushed gravel is a cost-effective alternative when angular rock is not needed.
• Driveway Gravel - Driveway gravel works as a top layer over crushed stone base.
• Crushed Concrete - Crushed concrete can substitute in some base applications.

Frequently Asked Questions about Crushed Stone in Littleton

Do you deliver crushed stone to Littleton and the surrounding area?

Yes, we deliver crushed stone to Littleton and nearby towns. Littleton gets about 19 inches of precipitation a year, so we make sure the material is suitable for handling that moisture. Our trucks reach you from our regional suppliers.

How much does crushed stone delivery cost in Littleton?

Delivery cost depends on your ZIP code and the amount you order. The price is displayed at checkout before you commit. We offer free delivery on qualifying orders. For example, Arapahoe County permitted about 2,362 single-family homes in 2024, so we deliver to many new construction sites in the area.

How do I know how deep to go?

Depth depends on the use: a driveway base typically needs a thicker compacted layer than a paver bedding. Use the crushed stone calculator to estimate tonnage based on your planned depth and area.

What surface does the truck need to reach the drop point?

The truck needs a road width of at least 12 feet. If access is tight, the crew unloads as close as they safely can. You need to confirm that your property can handle a heavy truck.

Order Crushed Stone for Your Littleton Project

For driveways and French drains, 3/4" and #57 crushed stone are the most common choices in Littleton. Place your order online today and schedule a convenient delivery window on our Littleton hub page.

We also deliver crushed stone to these nearby communities:

• Columbine Valley
• Sheridan
• Englewood
• Cherry Hills Village
• Greenwood Village
• Centennial
• Lone Tree
• Glendale
• Lakewood
• Morrison