Crushed Stone ordered online by the ton. A dump truck delivers to your Thomson address and unloads right where you point.








Crushed stone and crushed gravel look alike but come from different sources. Crushed stone is quarried from solid rock, while crushed gravel is made from natural deposits. The grading also differs, which affects how the material packs and drains.
Thomson gets about 47 inches of precipitation a year. That means drainage and washout planning are important when you install crushed stone. A properly graded base helps water move through the surface layer instead of pooling underneath.
Picking the wrong size crushed stone can lead to shifting surfaces or poor drainage. Here is what each size is for and what it is not suited for.
| Size | Best Use | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 3/8" Crushed Stone | Paver setting bed and tight fill | Too fine for heavy base layers; use on top of a compacted subbase. |
| 3/4" Crushed Stone | All-purpose size for base and drainage | Works for driveways and French drains but may need a cap layer. |
| 1"-1 1/2" Crushed Stone | Heavy base and erosion control | Not for traffic surfaces; use below the frost line in deep fills. |
| 2"-3" Crushed Stone | Rip rap style edging and deep fill | Too large for compacted bases; used for edge protection and slope stability. |
| #57 Crushed Stone | Concrete aggregate, French drains, driveway base | Washes out easily if not confined; needs proper containment. |
| #67 Stone | Concrete mix and drainage backfill | Similar to #57 but with slightly larger particles; good for drainage trenches. |
| #8 Stone | Paver joints and pipe bedding | Small enough to flow into gaps but can migrate under heavy traffic. |
| #10 Rock Screenings | Leveling course under pavers | Dusty when dry; use a binder or compact thoroughly. |
Each project demands a specific crushed stone size and depth. Use this table as a starting point.
| Project | What to order | Depth or note |
|---|---|---|
| Driveway base layer | #57 Crushed Stone | Depth depends on subgrade strength and load. |
| Paver bedding | 3/8" Crushed Stone | Screed to a thin leveling layer. |
| French drain | 3/4" Crushed Stone | Provides void space for water flow. |
| Pipe backfill | #8 Stone | Fills around pipes without bridging. |
| Concrete slab base | #57 Crushed Stone | Acts as stable subbase under concrete. |
Thomson gets about 47 inches of precipitation each year. That moisture makes drainage planning essential. A well-graded crushed stone base helps water flow away from the surface.
The area has about 68 wet days annually, when at least a tenth of an inch of rain falls. Scheduling your delivery onto firm ground avoids problems with soft soil. About 50 days a year drop below freezing, so the base needs to resist freeze-thaw movement. Work can run most of the year in this climate, which makes scheduling the delivery the easy part.
Soils mapped in the Thomson area are commonly well drained. This means standard base depths usually work. The ground here is in hydrologic group B, which takes in water at a moderate rate, so deep base stone is not normally required. Always check your own soil conditions.
Calculate tonnage by multiplying the length, width and depth of your area in feet, then divide by 27 to get cubic yards. Multiply that by the material density to find tons. Use the crushed stone calculator to do the math for you.
Order online by the ton. Delivery is priced by ZIP code at checkout, and a dump truck brings the load to your address. Loads range from 1 to 40-plus tons, and free delivery applies on qualifying orders.
Use code FIRSTTIMER50 for $50 off your first order. The delivery date must be at least 3 business days after the order date. You choose a morning or afternoon window at checkout. A valid phone number is required, and you will receive an email confirmation, then a second email closer to the date with a photo of the load. Delivery only goes ahead once you approve that second email.
You or a nominated person must be at the site during the window. The site needs a road width of at least 12 feet. When you approve the second email, the order cannot be cancelled. Product photos are a general reference. Learn more on the About Gravel Monkey page, read customer reviews, and review delivery information.
The best time is typically spring through fall. Thomson sees about 50 freezing days each year, so winter work can be limited by frozen ground. Schedule your delivery for a dry spell with firm ground.
Soils mapped in the Thomson area are commonly well drained. This means standard base depths often suffice. Your specific soil may vary, so inspect your site before ordering.
After ordering, you choose a delivery window at checkout: morning 7 am to 12 pm or afternoon 12 pm to 5 pm. You receive an email confirmation, then a second email closer to the date with a photo of the load. You approve that email before delivery proceeds.
The driver will dump the load in the location you specify at checkout, as close to the requested spot as safely possible given the 12-foot truck width. You need to be present to direct them. If access is restricted, they will unload as close as they can.
Once you know how many tons you need, place your order online. Gravel Monkey delivers to your address in Thomson and the surrounding area. Visit the Thomson delivery page to get started.
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See the delivered price for your address and order crushed stone by the ton online. Loads run from 1 to over 40 tons, with free delivery on qualifying orders.
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