Crushed Gravel ordered online by the ton. A dump truck delivers to your Jefferson address and unloads right where you point.
Crushed gravel comes in several sizes. The one you choose changes how the surface drains and how much weight it can carry. Jefferson gets about 53 inches of precipitation a year, so picking a size that sheds water matters for driveways and base layers.
Angular crushed gravel locks together when compacted. That makes it a stable choice for loads ranging from a single driveway to a building pad. The right size for your job depends on the subgrade and the traffic it will see.
The workhorse size for most projects is 3/4" crushed gravel. It compacts well and works for both base and top courses. Other sizes handle specialty jobs from fine topping to deep fill. Each is listed below with its best use.
| Product | Best for | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 3/8" Crushed Gravel | Fine compacting layer | Used as a leveling course under pavers or as a walking surface. |
| 3/4" Crushed Gravel | The workhorse size for base and drives | Compacts firmly, resists washout, and suits most residential jobs. |
| 1" - 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel | Structural base under heavy loads | Used below concrete slabs or where heavy equipment will run. |
| 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel | First lift over soft subgrade | Bridges weak spots before adding a finer top layer. |
| 2"-3" Crushed Gravel | Mud control and deep fill | Best for rutted access roads or filling deep holes. |
The table below matches typical projects to the right product and a suggested compacted depth. These are starting points; your exact depth depends on the subgrade and the load.
| Project | What to order | Depth or note |
|---|---|---|
| Compacted base | 3/4" Crushed Gravel | 4 to 6 inches after compaction |
| Shed or slab pad | 3/4" Crushed Gravel | 6 inches compacted on well-drained soil |
| Soft or muddy subgrade | 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel | 8 to 12 inches as a bridging lift |
| Farm and site access road | 2"-3" Crushed Gravel | 12 inches minimum for heavy trucks |
| Trench backfill | 3/4" Crushed Gravel | Fill in lifts, compact each 8-inch layer |
Soils mapped in the Jefferson area are commonly well drained. That means water moves through the ground rather than pooling under your gravel. For most jobs, a standard base depth of 4 to 6 inches of crushed gravel over the native soil is enough. Ground around Jefferson is in hydrologic group B, which means it takes water in at a moderate rate, so standard base depth is usually enough.
About 77 days a year bring at least a tenth of an inch of rain. That many wet days mean you need to schedule delivery onto firm ground. A muddy driveway on delivery day can slow the truck and ruin a smooth surface. Without a hard freeze to lift the surface, drainage and washout are what decide how long the material lasts.
About 59 days a year drop below 32 degrees Fahrenheit. That is enough to create some freeze-thaw cycles, but frost depth is not a significant factor here. You do not need extra base to guard against deep frost heave. Snowfall averages only about 1 inch a year, so plowing damage to a loose gravel surface is rarely a concern.
Figuring tonnage starts with the area and the compacted depth. Use our material calculators to convert square feet and inches into tons. The calculator works for any size of crushed gravel and accounts for compaction.
Buy crushed gravel online by the ton. Loads run from one ton to 40 tons or more. Delivery is priced by ZIP code at checkout and comes to your address in a dump truck. First-time buyers save $50 with code FIRSTTIMER50.
Choose a delivery window when you order: morning (7 am to 12 pm) or afternoon (12 pm to 5 pm). You get an email confirmation, then a second email with a photo of the load before delivery. You must approve that second email for the delivery to proceed. A valid phone number is required. You or someone you nominate must be at the site during the window.
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Many Jefferson jobs use crushed gravel alongside these products. Each link explains what it is and why it fits.
Yes. Soils mapped in the Jefferson area are commonly well drained, so water does not saturate the subgrade. That usually means you need less base stone than you would on clay. A standard 4 to 6 inch compacted layer is often enough for residential drives and pads.
The smallest load is one ton. One ton of crushed gravel covers about 80 to 100 square feet at a 2-inch depth. You can order exactly what you need using the material calculators on the site.
3/4" Crushed Gravel is the most common choice. It compacts well, drains properly, and works for base layers, driveways, and shed pads. Most residential jobs in Jefferson start with this size.
Order at least 3 business days before you need the material. The delivery date is chosen at checkout and must be at least 3 business days after the order date. Pick a window and be ready for the truck.
The two most common jobs for crushed gravel in Jefferson are driveways and building pads. Both need a compacted base that drains well. Order your crushed gravel online and have it delivered to your site by dump truck. Visit the Jefferson page to start.
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