Sand ordered online by the ton. A dump truck delivers to your Westcliffe address and unloads right where you point.
A dump truck arrives at your address with a single load of sand. You mark exactly where you want it dropped, and the driver places it there.
Because ground freezing in Westcliffe is deep and long, the base layer under your sand installation needs to be deeper than in milder climates. That affects how much material you need to order.
Sand serves two roles on a job: a base layer under pavers or concrete, and a finish surface for play areas or leveling. Gravel Monkey stocks three types of sand for Westcliffe deliveries.
| Product | Best for | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Mason Sand | Mortar, paver joints, fine leveling | A fine, washed sand that compacts firmly under pavers and stones. |
| Washed Sand | Concrete work and clean fill | Clean, washed sand with no clay, ideal for mixing concrete. |
| Playground Sand | Play areas and sandboxes | Screened and washed to be soft, clean, and safe for children. |
For a budget-conscious approach, match the sand to the project's structural needs. For a long-term installation, invest in the sand that meets the highest load and drainage demands.
| Project | What to order | Depth or note |
|---|---|---|
| Sandbox or play area | Playground Sand | 8 to 12 inches for safe play depth |
| Pool base | Mason Sand | 2 to 3 inches, leveled and compacted |
| Pipe bedding | Washed Sand | 4 to 6 inches beneath pipe |
| Paver leveling course | Mason Sand | 1 inch after screeding |
| Mortar and masonry | Mason Sand | Mixed with cement for strong joints |
Westcliffe sits at a high elevation in Colorado, where the freeze season is long and the ground goes deep. Soils mapped in this area are commonly well drained, meaning you may need less base stone under the surface layer than in heavier clay areas.
Ground that freezes deep moves as it thaws, which is why the base layer matters more here than the top layer. The water behavior around Westcliffe also works in your favor: the ground soaks water up quickly and produces little runoff, so less drainage stone is needed under the sand surface.
Custer County permitted about 111 single-family homes in 2024, a county figure that points to ongoing construction in the area. That means sand is likely in steady demand for new driveways, patios, and play areas.
Tonnes are the unit, and the volume depends on the depth and footprint of your project. Use our sand calculator to enter your dimensions and get a tonnage estimate before you order.
You order online by the ton. Delivery is priced by ZIP code at checkout. A dump truck brings the sand to your address on the date you choose.
There is no yard to visit and no local pickup. Gravel Monkey sources sand from regional suppliers, so the exact product can vary by area. The truck comes to you.
Use the code FIRSTTIMER50 at checkout for $50 off your first order. Read more about how Gravel Monkey works, see customer reviews, and check delivery details.
Yes. Ground freezing here is deep and long, so you need a deeper base layer under the sand to prevent shifting when the ground thaws. That may mean ordering more sand or a thicker sub-base of crushed stone.
No. The ground around Westcliffe soaks water up quickly and produces little runoff, so less drainage stone is needed under the surface. You can often use a simple sand layer without extra drainage gravel.
Sand is sold by the ton. Use our sand calculator to convert your project dimensions into tonnage. Each dump truck delivers a weighed load.
Mason Sand is fine and used for mortar and leveling. Washed Sand is clean and used for concrete work and fill. Playground Sand is screened extra fine for safety in play areas.
If you already have sand picked out, think about whether your job also needs a companion material like walkway gravel or crushed concrete for the same property. Visit the Westcliffe hub page to start your order.
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See the delivered price for your address and order sand by the ton online. Loads run from 1 to over 40 tons, with free delivery on qualifying orders.
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