Buy Crushed Gravel in Hastings, Florida

Hastings gets about 54 inches of precipitation a year. That kind of rainfall means drainage and washout planning matter when you put in a gravel surface. Crushed gravel is a good choice because its angular particles lock together and hold their position under standing water.

Whether you are building a drive, a pad or a farm lane, picking the right crushed gravel size saves work and cost. Gravel Monkey delivers by the ton straight to your address in Hastings and the rest of St. Johns County.

Crushed Gravel Sizes for Hastings Jobs

The most-ordered crushed gravel for general use is 3/4" Crushed Gravel. It compacts well, handles car and light truck traffic, and works as a base for other surfaces. Other sizes cover lighter or heavier jobs.

Which Crushed Gravel for Your Project in Hastings

Match the material to the surface. Soft subgrade needs a deep coarse base before you add a wearing course. A compacted base for a shed slab uses a single, well-graded crushed gravel.

Planning for Hastings Weather and Soil

About 77 days a year bring at least a tenth of an inch of rain. Scheduling your delivery onto firm ground is easier if you pick a stretch of dry days. The ground around Hastings is mapped as poorly drained, so the subgrade may stay soft long after the last shower.

Freezing happens about 4 days a year. That is not enough to cause deep frost heave, but the ground can still shift if it freezes wet. A 3/4" crushed gravel base that is at least 4 inches deep handles that movement well.

The soils in the area are in dual hydrologic group A/D. Where they are drained they soak water quickly and produce little runoff. Where they are not drained, water runs across the surface. That difference means drainage and a deeper base matter more here than elsewhere. Order once the site is ready, because material sitting in the wrong spot gets moved twice.

How Much Crushed Gravel You Need

Crushed gravel is sold by the ton. You calculate the volume by multiplying length times width times depth, then convert cubic feet to tons. Use our material calculators to get a tonnage number in seconds without doing the math yourself.

Ordering Crushed Gravel from Gravel Monkey

Order online by the ton. Pick your crushed gravel size, enter your Hastings address, and see the delivery price at checkout. Loads run from about 1 ton up to 40-plus tons per dump truck. Orders that qualify ship with free delivery.

Your first order saves $50 when you use code FIRSTTIMER50 at checkout. Choose a delivery window: morning, 7 am to 12 pm, or afternoon, 12 pm to 5 pm. The delivery date must be at least 3 business days after you place the order. A valid phone number is required.

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 goes ahead only once you approve that second email. Someone must be at the site during the window. Access needs a road width of at least 12 feet.

For full details, read our delivery information. Learn more about Gravel Monkey and check customer reviews.

Other Materials for the Same Job

Crushed gravel often goes in with another material. Pair it with one of these delivered the same way.

• Gravel & Rock, Rounded river gravel for decorative areas where crushed gravel looks too angular.
• Fill Dirt, Raises low areas before you put down the crushed gravel base.
• Topsoil, Caps the crushed gravel on pathways where you want grass to grow.
• Crushed Stone, Like crushed gravel but from quarried rock; compare both for your surface.
• Driveway Gravel, A blend made for driveways, often includes fines for compaction.
• Crushed Concrete, A recycled alternative that packs hard for base layers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Crushed Gravel in Hastings

Does the soil around Hastings change how much crushed gravel I need?

Yes. Soils mapped in the Hastings area are commonly poorly drained. That means you may need a thicker base, often 6 to 8 inches of crushed gravel, to keep the surface stable. The dual hydrologic group A/D rating means drainage varies a lot from one lot to the next, so the base depth depends on how well your site drains.

What is the smallest load of crushed gravel you deliver to Hastings?

The smallest load is about 1 ton. That is roughly enough to cover a 10-foot by 10-foot area at a 2-inch depth. If you need less than a ton, consider ordering with a neighbor or combining materials on the same truck.

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

The truck needs a road width of at least 12 feet with no low-hanging branches or utility lines in the way. The driver will get as close to your chosen spot as safety and access allow. If the site is blocked, a redelivery fee may apply.

How far in advance should I order?

Order at least 3 business days before your preferred date. Choose your delivery window at checkout. The order process includes a confirmation email and a second email with the scheduled window and a photo of the load, which you must approve before delivery goes ahead.

Get Your Crushed Gravel Delivered to Hastings

Order the crushed gravel size that fits your job. Choose your delivery date and window at checkout. We deliver to your address in Hastings and across St. Johns County. Visit the Hastings hub page to start your order or see coverage for surrounding towns.

We also deliver crushed gravel to nearby areas:

• East Palatka
• Palatka
• St. Augustine Beach
• Saint Augustine
• Crescent City
• Palm Coast
• Green Cove Springs
• Bunnell
• Interlachen
• Flagler Beach