Buy Crushed Stone in Madison, Illinois

The delivered price you see is built from three things: the stone itself, how the truck gets to your address, and the tonnage you order. Madison gets about 44 inches of precipitation a year, which matters for drainage and washout planning when you build a gravel surface.

Once you pick the size, the rest is logistics. Gravel Monkey handles the truck, the drop and the pricing, so you only decide what fits your job.

Crushed Stone Sizes Available in Madison

Each size solves a different problem. The wrong size can lock in compaction issues, drainage trouble or an uneven surface. Here is what each one is built for.

Which Crushed Stone to Order for Common Jobs in Madison

Match the project to the stone that handles its weight and water exposure. Here are five typical applications.

How Madison's Climate Affects Your Crushed Stone Job

Madison sees about 76 days a year with at least a tenth of an inch of rain. That many wet days means the ground is often soft when you need to schedule a delivery onto firm ground. About 85 days a year drop below 32F, so the work window and how much the ground moves factor into your base depth.

Soils mapped in the Madison area are commonly poorly drained. As area guidance, you may need more base stone under the surface layer to keep water from pumping up into the gravel. The ground around Madison is in dual hydrologic group B/D. Where it is drained it takes water in at a moderate rate; where it is not, most rain runs across the surface. Drainage and a deeper base matter more here than elsewhere.

Snowfall of about 11 inches a year means plowing can damage a loose surface if the stone is not compacted well. Freeze and thaw cycles work on loose material all winter, which is the argument for the deeper first lift.

Figuring Out How Much Crushed Stone You Need

Volume is measured in cubic yards, and you convert that to tons for ordering. The simplest way to get a number is to use a crushed stone calculator that accounts for depth and compaction. Enter your length, width and planned depth to see the tonnage before you check out.

Ordering Crushed Stone from Gravel Monkey

You buy by the ton on the site. The delivered price is calculated at checkout based on your ZIP code and the total tonnage. A dump truck brings the load to your address, and loads run from 1 to over 40 tons. Free delivery is available on qualifying orders within our service area.

Use code FIRSTTIMER50 for $50 off your first order. The delivery date must be at least 3 business days after you place the order, and you choose a morning or afternoon window at checkout. You must be on site during the window or have someone you nominate there. The site needs a road width of at least 12 feet for the truck. About Gravel Monkey has more on how we source stone regionally. Customer reviews show what buyers in the area have experienced. See delivery information for full terms on cancellations, redelivery and property responsibility.

Other Materials That Pair Well with Crushed Stone in Madison

• Sand, Used as a bedding layer over crushed stone base for pavers.
• Gravel & Rock, Decorative surface that goes on top of a crushed stone subbase.
• Topsoil, Finish grade over crushed stone where you plan to plant.
• Crushed Gravel, Similar angular stone but from a different parent rock; compare gradation.
• Driveway Gravel, Finished surface material blended for driveways over a crushed stone base.
• Crushed Concrete, Recycled alternative for base layers where crushed stone is standard.

Frequently Asked Questions About Crushed Stone in Madison

Does the soil around Madison change how much crushed stone I need?

Yes. Soils mapped in the Madison area are commonly poorly drained, so you may need a thicker base than you would on well-drained ground. The ground is in dual hydrologic group B/D, meaning depending on drainage it either takes water in moderately or lets most rain run off the surface. A deeper base layer reduces washout and frost heave.

How much does crushed stone delivery cost in Madison?

The delivered price depends on your ZIP code and the tonnage you order. The site calculates it at checkout. Because the ground around Madison is in dual hydrologic group B/D, drainage and a deeper base may be needed, which increases the volume you buy and therefore the cost.

How deep should the layer be for a job that carries vehicles?

For a driveway that carries cars and light trucks, plan on 4 to 6 inches of compacted crushed stone. For heavy trucks or equipment, go to 8 inches or more. The base should be thicker if the subgrade is soft or wet.

Does the stone size change how well it compacts?

Yes. Angular sizes with mixed gradation lock together better than single-size stone. 3/4" Crushed Stone and #57 compact densely, while 2"-3" stone leaves larger voids and does not compact as tightly for a driving surface.

Get a Delivered Price for Your Madison Address

The tonnage and the stone you need determine the final cost, which you see at checkout after entering your ZIP code. Visit the Madison hub to start an order or check what sizes are available right now.

Nearby areas where we deliver crushed stone:

• Fairmont City
• Pontoon Beach
• Granite City
• Venice
• Washington Park
• East St. Louis
• Collinsville
• Caseyville
• Saint Louis
• Edwardsville