Buy Crushed Stone in Murphysboro, Illinois

Homeowners and contractors buy crushed stone for different reasons. A contractor orders by the truckload for a driveway base or concrete slab. A homeowner may pick a smaller tonnage for a paver patio or landscaping bed.

Murphysboro gets about 74 days a year with at least a tenth of an inch of rain. That means the ground can be soft for days, so schedule your delivery onto firm ground. Planning ahead avoids a muddy mess.

Crushed Stone Sizes Available in Murphysboro, IL

Crushed stone comes in sizes from fine screenings up to 3-inch rip rap. Each size has a specific use, from paver bedding to heavy base layers. The table below lists the options we deliver in the Murphysboro area.

Choosing the Right Stone for Your Project

Each project has a specific crushed stone that works best. The table below matches common jobs to the right product and depth.

Local Conditions That Affect Your Crushed Stone Job

Murphysboro gets about 46 inches of precipitation a year. That makes washout and drainage planning important when you install crushed stone. A good base layer and slope help water run off.

About 95 days a year drop below 32 degrees Fahrenheit. Frost can heave an unseated base. Winters here are cold enough to move an unsettled base, so compaction is worth the extra pass.

Soils mapped in the Murphysboro area are commonly moderately well drained. That can reduce the amount of base stone needed under the surface layer. But it depends on your specific site.

Estimating How Much Crushed Stone You Need

Crushed stone is sold by the ton, so you need to convert your project area into weight. Measure the length, width, and desired depth. Then use our crushed stone calculator to get a tonnage estimate. We deliver loads from one ton to over forty tons per truck.

Ordering Crushed Stone from Gravel Monkey

You order crushed stone online by the ton. At checkout, the delivery price is calculated based on your ZIP code. A dump truck brings the material to your address. Loads range from one ton to more than forty tons per truck. Free delivery is available on qualifying orders. Use code FIRSTTIMER50 at checkout to get $50 off your first order. Learn more about how we work on the About Gravel Monkey page. See what others have said on our customer reviews page. For full delivery details, read the delivery information page.

Other Materials That Work with Crushed Stone

• Fill Dirt - Fill low spots before laying a crushed stone base.
• Sand - Use as a bedding layer on top of crushed stone for pavers.
• Topsoil - Cap the stone layers in a raised garden bed.
• Crushed Gravel - A rounded alternative that drains differently from crushed stone.
• Driveway Gravel - A surface layer that bonds well over a crushed stone base.
• Crushed Concrete - A recycled option that compacts similarly to crushed stone.

Frequently Asked Questions about Crushed Stone in Murphysboro

Do winter conditions in Murphysboro affect delivery?

Yes, winter conditions can affect delivery. Murphysboro gets about 10 inches of snowfall a year. Snow and ice can make access tricky, and plowing can damage a loose crushed stone surface. Plan deliveries for dry, firm ground.

Is Murphysboro a wet enough area to worry about washout?

Yes, washout is a concern. The ground around Murphysboro is in dual hydrologic group C/D, meaning drainage varies. Where the soil is poorly drained, most rain runs off, which can wash out an unsealed stone layer. A deeper base layer helps manage runoff.

Does the stone size change how well it compacts?

Yes, smaller stones compact more tightly. Larger stones leave voids that need smaller material to fill. For a solid base, use a graded product like 3/4" crushed stone.

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

For a driveway that supports cars and trucks, you typically need a base layer of 6 to 8 inches after compaction. Heavier vehicles may require more depth. The exact depth depends on the soil and expected load.

Get Your Crushed Stone Delivered in Murphysboro

Order your crushed stone online and have it delivered by dump truck to your address. Visit the Murphysboro crushed stone page to start your order.

We also deliver crushed stone to nearby towns:

• Carbondale
• De Soto
• Cambria
• Carterville
• Royalton
• Crainville
• Herrin
• Cobden
• Du Quoin
• Zeigler