Buy Crushed Stone in Salida, Colorado

Ordering crushed stone in Salida is straightforward. You pick your material and tonnage online, choose a delivery date at least 3 business days out, and a dump truck brings the load to your address. On delivery day you mark the spot where you want the stone dumped.

Because the ground around Salida freezes deep and stays frozen for months, the base layer of crushed stone under a driveway or patio needs to be thicker than it would in milder climates. That extra depth means planning for more volume from the start.

Crushed Stone Sizes Available for Salida Deliveries

Crushed stone falls into two categories: finish material for the surface and base material for support and drainage. Each size has a specific job. Here are the crushed stone options you can order by the ton.

Matching the Right Crushed Stone to Common Salida Projects

Choosing between a budget option and a long-term solution often comes down to the size and cleanliness of the stone. Cleaner stone like #57 drains better but may not lock together as well as crushed stone with fines. The table below shows recommended products for five typical jobs.

How Chaffee County Conditions Affect Your Crushed Stone Order

Chaffee County permitted about 274 single-family homes in 2024, a figure that points to ongoing construction across the county. New homes in the Salida area mean new driveways, patios and foundations, all of which rely on crushed stone for support.

Soils mapped in the Salida area are commonly somewhat excessively drained. That characteristic means water moves through the ground quickly, so you may need a thicker layer of base stone beneath a surface material to prevent settling. On the other hand, the ground around Salida soaks up water fast and produces little runoff, which reduces the amount of drainage stone needed under a surface layer.

Spring thaw is the wet part of the year for driveways, and it is when a thin base shows up as ruts. Planning for a deeper crushed stone base now can save you from repairs after the snow melts.

How Much Crushed Stone You Need for Your Salida Job

Volume is measured in cubic yards, and weight in tons. You can estimate your needs by multiplying the area by the depth and then converting to tons. Use the crushed stone calculator on our site to get a close number based on your project dimensions.

Ordering Crushed Stone from Gravel Monkey

Gravel Monkey is a national aggregate broker, not a local quarry. You order online by the ton, and delivery is priced by your ZIP code at checkout. Loads run from one ton to 40-plus tons. Free delivery is available on qualifying orders.

You choose a delivery window: morning, 7 am to 12 pm, or afternoon, 12 pm to 5 pm. A valid phone number is needed to confirm the drop. You get an email confirmation, then a second email closer to the date with the scheduled window and a photo of the material being loaded. Delivery proceeds only after you approve that second email.

You or someone you nominate must be present during the window. The site needs a road width of at least 12 feet for the truck. Use code FIRSTTIMER50 for $50 off a first order. Learn more about how Gravel Monkey works, read customer reviews, and see full delivery details.

Other Materials That Pair with Crushed Stone

Crushed stone often gets combined with other bulk materials for a complete job. These options can be ordered from Gravel Monkey too.

• Sand, Use sand as a leveling layer under pavers set on crushed stone base.
• Gravel & Rock, Decorative river rock or pea gravel for topdressing over a crushed stone base.
• Fill Dirt, Fill dirt for raising grade before adding crushed stone.
• Crushed Gravel, Similar angular material; the difference is parent rock and grading.
• Driveway Gravel, A topcoat material that contains fines to lock together over a crushed stone base.
• Crushed Concrete, A recycled base alternative that works under the same application as crushed stone.

Frequently Asked Questions About Crushed Stone Delivery in Salida

What is the smallest load of crushed stone you deliver to Salida?

The smallest load is one ton. That amount is enough for a small patio base or a short French drain. Most residential projects fall in the 5 to 15 ton range.

Does the soil around Salida change how much crushed stone I need?

Yes. Soils in the Salida area are often somewhat excessively drained, which can require a thicker base of crushed stone to prevent shifting. At the same time, the ground soaks water quickly and produces little runoff, so less drainage stone is needed under the surface layer.

What size crushed stone should I choose?

The size depends on the job. For a driveway base, 3/4" crushed stone or #57 stone is standard. For a paver setting bed, 3/8" stone or #10 screenings work best. The product table above lists each size and its typical use.

Do you deliver to rural addresses outside the city limits?

Yes. As long as the site has a road width of at least 12 feet and the crew can safely access the drop spot, we can deliver to any address in the region. Rural deliveries often require a larger load to make the trip practical.

Order Your Crushed Stone Delivery in Salida

Pick the crushed stone size you need, estimate the tonnage with our calculator, and place your order online. A dump truck will bring it to your Salida property on the date you select. If you need help choosing, start from the Salida hub page.

We also deliver to nearby areas:

• Poncha Springs
• Buena Vista
• Hartsel
• Westcliffe
• Canon City
• Cripple Creek
• Fairplay
• Florence
• Gunnison
• Leadville