Crushed Gravel ordered online by the ton. A dump truck delivers to your Connecticut address and unloads right where you point.
Whether you are building a shed pad or a farm access road, crushed gravel gives you a stable base that drains well and stays put. In Connecticut, the two sizes you will reach for most often are 3/4" Crushed Gravel for general base work and 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel for the first lift over soft subgrade. Gravel Monkey delivers both, by the ton, to any address in the state.
Crushed gravel is a crushed, angular material that locks together under compaction. It resists shifting better than rounded gravel and works as a base layer for driveways, patios and structures. You order online, choose a delivery window, and a dump truck brings the load to your site. No yard to visit, no pickup needed.
Crushed gravel comes in several sizes, each suited for a different part of the job. Fine grades work as a compacting surface layer, while larger stones handle heavy loads and muddy ground. The table below lists the options available for delivery in Connecticut.
| Product | Best for | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 3/8" Crushed Gravel | Fine compacting layer | Creates a smooth, tight surface for paths and paver bases. |
| 3/4" Crushed Gravel | The workhorse size for base and drives | Drains well and compacts into a firm, stable lift. |
| 1" - 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel | Structural base under heavy loads | Used for truck traffic and large equipment pads. |
| 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel | First lift over soft subgrade | Bridges weak soil before a finer topping goes on. |
| 2"-3" Crushed Gravel | Mud control and deep fill | Fills ruts and stabilizes wet areas in low spots. |
A budget option uses a single size for the whole base, but a long-term approach adds a separate top layer. The table below matches common projects to the size and depth you need.
| Project | What to order | Depth or note |
|---|---|---|
| Shed or slab pad | 3/4" Crushed Gravel | 4 to 6 inches after compaction |
| Farm and site access road | 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel base, then 3/4" top | 6 to 8 inches base, 3 to 4 inches top |
| Trench backfill | 3/4" Crushed Gravel | Compacted in 6-inch lifts |
| Compacted base | 3/4" Crushed Gravel | 4 inches minimum for light loads |
| Soft or muddy subgrade | 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel or 2"-3" Crushed Gravel | 6 to 12 inches to bridge the mud |
Across the cities Gravel Monkey serves in Connecticut, annual precipitation runs from about 49 to 52 inches. That much rain means base layers need good drainage to prevent shifting. Crushed gravel allows water to pass through, but the depth and compaction have to account for the moisture the ground holds.
The state also sees roughly 106 to 144 days a year below 32 degrees Fahrenheit, depending on location. Freeze-thaw cycles can unsettle a base that is not compacted well. Winters here are cold enough to move an unsettled base, so compaction is worth the extra pass. Most of Connecticut falls in the moderate band for ground freezing, and the dominant soil groups are hydrologic groups B and C, which have moderate to slow permeability. For these soils, a deeper crushed gravel base helps distribute loads and reduce frost heave.
We deliver crushed gravel to addresses across Connecticut by the ton. The cities listed below have dedicated pages with more local detail.
Gravel Monkey delivers to addresses across Connecticut, not only the cities listed here.
To work out how many tons you need, measure the length, width and depth of the area in feet. Multiply them to get cubic feet, then divide by 27 to get cubic yards. Each cubic yard of crushed gravel weighs roughly 1.3 to 1.5 tons, depending on the size. Use one of our material calculators to get a precise figure for your project.
Crushed gravel is sold by the ton and delivered in a dump truck straight to your property. You order online, and the price for your ZIP code shows at checkout. Loads range from 1 to over 40 tons, and free delivery is available on qualifying orders. Use code FIRSTTIMER50 at checkout for $50 off your first order. Delivery is scheduled at least 3 business days out, and you choose a morning (7 am to 12 pm) or afternoon (12 pm to 5 pm) window. A phone number is required to confirm the delivery, and you receive an email confirmation, then a second email closer to the date with the window and a photo of the material. You or someone you nominate must be present during the window. Learn more on our About Gravel Monkey page, read customer reviews, and review our delivery information for full details.
If crushed gravel is not the right fit, Gravel Monkey also delivers these materials by the ton across Connecticut. Each links to its own state page with product options.
Seasonal road restrictions in Connecticut are typically tied to freeze-thaw cycles. With roughly 106 to 144 days below freezing each year across the state, spring weight limits can change. Gravel Monkey schedules deliveries around these restrictions and will coordinate with you if your area is affected.
Connecticut's annual rainfall of 49 to 52 inches means base layers need good drainage. The dominant soil groups B and C in the state have moderate to slow permeability, so a deeper crushed gravel base is recommended to prevent settling. The moderate frost band also adds to the importance of a compacted subbase.
Yes, use code FIRSTTIMER50 at checkout for $50 off your first order of crushed gravel. This applies to qualifying deliveries.
Crushed gravel is sold by the ton. You can use the calculator on our site to convert cubic yards or square footage to tons based on the product's density.
Gravel Monkey brings crushed gravel to your address by the ton, from the Housatonic Valley to the coast. Visit the Connecticut hub page to explore all materials and place an order.
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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