Crushed Gravel ordered online by the ton. A dump truck delivers to your Arcadia address and unloads right where you point.
Crushed gravel comes in several sizes, from fine to large. The size you pick changes how the material drains, compacts, and supports loads. Arcadia gets about 56 inches of precipitation a year, so drainage and washout planning matter.
Smaller particles lock together tighter, which resists shifting under foot traffic or light vehicles. Larger stones create open voids that let water pass through quickly. Choosing the right size for your specific use is the first step to a lasting installation.
The most commonly ordered crushed gravel size in Arcadia is 3/4" Crushed Gravel. It works for driveways and base layers under pavers or concrete. The other sizes serve more specific jobs.
| Product | What It Is For | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 3/8" Crushed Gravel | Fine compacting layer | Provides a smooth, level surface for foot traffic or bedding. |
| 3/4" Crushed Gravel | The workhorse size for base and drives | Compacts well and drains reliably for most residential uses. |
| 1" - 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel | Structural base under heavy loads | Handles equipment traffic and spreads weight over soft ground. |
| 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel | First lift over soft subgrade | Stabilizes a muddy site before a finer top layer goes on. |
| 2"-3" Crushed Gravel | Mud control and deep fill | Creates a drainage blanket in wet areas or large fill zones. |
The table below matches typical projects to the recommended product size and a note on depth or condition. Always verify the base preparation with your site conditions.
| Project | What to Order | Depth or Note |
|---|---|---|
| Trench backfill | 3/4" Crushed Gravel | Compacts around pipes and provides drainage. |
| Farm and site access road | 1" - 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel | Withstands heavy equipment and wet weather. |
| Soft or muddy subgrade | 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel | First lift to stabilize; add a finer layer on top. |
| Compacted base | 3/4" Crushed Gravel | Standard base for slabs, sheds, and patios. |
| Shed or slab pad | 3/8" Crushed Gravel | Fine top layer for a level working surface. |
Arcadia's 56 inches of rain per year means water management is part of any crushed gravel job. With about 74 wet days annually, you want to schedule delivery when the ground is firm enough to support the truck. That avoids ruts and soft spots.
Only about 3 freezing days a year occur in Arcadia, so ground heave is rare. The work window is year-round, though wet conditions can slow things down. Soils mapped here are commonly poorly drained, which means you often need a thicker base stone layer under the surface gravel.
The ground around Arcadia falls into dual hydrologic group A/D. Where the soil is drained, water soaks in quickly; where it is not, most rain runs off. That is why drainage and a deeper base matter more here than in other areas. Order once the site is ready, because material sitting in the wrong spot gets moved twice.
To figure out how many tons of crushed gravel your project needs, measure the length and width of the area and decide on the depth. Multiply those numbers to get cubic feet, then convert to tons using the material's weight per cubic foot. Use our material calculators to do the math quickly and accurately.
Ordering crushed gravel from Gravel Monkey is straightforward. You choose the size and quantity online, and the delivered price appears at checkout based on your ZIP code. Your order is delivered by dump truck to your address in loads from 1 to 40-plus tons.
Free delivery is available on qualifying orders. New customers save $50 on their first order with code FIRSTTIMER50. Read more about how we work on our About Gravel Monkey page, see what other customers say on our Customer reviews page, and find full delivery details on our Delivery information page.
The delivered price depends on your ZIP code and the tonnage you order. You see the exact cost at checkout before you commit. Delivery is scheduled at least 3 business days after the order date, and you choose a morning or afternoon window.
Yes. The soil in Arcadia is in dual hydrologic group A/D, meaning drainage can vary widely. Where the soil is poorly drained, you may need a deeper base to prevent washout, which increases the tonnage required.
Each size serves a specific purpose. Fine 3/8" gravel locks together for a smooth walking surface. Medium 3/4" gravel compacts well as a base under driveways and slabs. Larger sizes like 1" to 3" create open voids that drain quickly and support heavy loads over soft ground.
Yes, a contractor can place an order for a customer. They just need to provide the delivery address and a valid phone number for the delivery window. The same ordering process and policies apply.
Ready to order? Visit the Arcadia page to get started. Choose the size, enter your ZIP, and see the delivered price before you commit.
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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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