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





The price you pay for crushed gravel in Spencer depends on where you are, the size you need, and how far the truck travels. About 50 inches of precipitation a year means drainage matters, and the right crushed gravel keeps water from washing out your base.
A gravel surface that drains poorly can rut and shift. Choosing a size that compacts well and handles the local weather is the first step to a lasting driveway or pad.
Each crushed gravel size has limits. A stone that works for a driveway base can wash out under heavy loads if it is too small. The wrong size can shift under frost or rut in wet weather. Here are the options for delivery in Spencer.
| Product | What it is for | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 3/8" Crushed Gravel | Fine compacting layer for paths and paver bases | Not suitable for load-bearing driveways; works well as a fine topping for walkways. |
| 3/4" Crushed Gravel | The workhorse size for base and drives | Not ideal for deep fill; handles moderate loads and compacts well. |
| 1" - 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel | Structural base under heavy loads | Too coarse for a finished surface; used under concrete or asphalt. |
| 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel | First lift over soft subgrade | Not for top wear; bridges mud and distributes weight. |
| 2"-3" Crushed Gravel | Mud control and deep fill | Not for final grade; stops vehicles from sinking in wet ground. |
The table below pairs each project type with a crushed gravel size that meets its demands. The right choice keeps the surface stable and reduces washout risk.
| Project | What to order | Depth or note |
|---|---|---|
| Compacted base | 3/4" Crushed Gravel | Compact in lifts of 4 to 6 inches |
| Shed or slab pad | 3/8" Crushed Gravel | Spread 4 inches and compact well |
| Soft or muddy subgrade | 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel | First lift of 6 to 8 inches to bridge mud |
| Farm and site access road | 1" - 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel | 6-inch base with a 3/4" wearing course |
| Trench backfill | 2"-3" Crushed Gravel | Fill in lifts, compact after each layer |
Owen County permitted about 116 single-family homes in 2024, many in the rural areas around Spencer. Whether you are building a driveway for a new home or maintaining a farm access road, local weather drives your crushed gravel choice. About 50 inches of rain a year means you need a base that drains, or the surface will wash out and rut. With about 81 wet days a year, scheduling the delivery onto firm ground avoids the truck getting stuck or compacting wet soil.
Freeze-thaw cycles are a bigger factor. About 124 days a year drop below 32F, so ground movement is real. The frost depth is moderate, but the base layer has to stay stable through freeze and thaw. Freeze and thaw cycles work on loose material all winter, which is the argument for the deeper first lift. Snowfall of about 17 inches a year adds plowing damage to a loose surface; a firm, compacted crushed gravel driveway can handle a blade without tearing up.
Estimating tonnage starts with your project area and the depth you need. A 10 by 40 foot driveway at 4 inches deep takes about 5 tons of 3/4" crushed gravel. Use our material calculators to enter your dimensions and get an exact tonnage. No guesswork needed.
Gravel Monkey delivers crushed gravel to Spencer by the ton. Order online, pick your size, and enter your ZIP for delivery pricing. Loads run from one ton to over 40 tons. Free delivery is available on qualifying orders. Use code FIRSTTIMER50 at checkout for $50 off your first order.
You choose a morning or afternoon window. A valid phone number is required to confirm the delivery. You get an email with a photo of the load before the truck arrives. Delivery only goes ahead once you approve that email. About Gravel Monkey explains how we source materials regionally. Read customer reviews for real feedback. See delivery information for details on access and fees.
For the same job, you may need another material alongside crushed gravel. These options work well together:
That depends on your area and depth. Spencer gets about 50 inches of rain a year, so a well-draining base often needs a deeper lift. Use our material calculators with your length, width, and depth to get an accurate tonnage. The calculator accounts for compaction.
We deliver to Spencer and all of Owen County, where about 116 new homes were permitted in 2024. Enter your ZIP code at checkout to confirm delivery. No local yard exists; the truck comes from a regional supplier directly to your address.
3/4" Crushed Gravel is the most common choice for driveways and base layers. It compacts well, drains properly, and handles regular vehicle traffic. For muddy conditions, a first lift of 1 1/2" or 2"-3" is used, then topped with 3/4".
You choose a morning (7 am to 12 pm) or afternoon (12 pm to 5 pm) window at checkout. We require a valid phone number. About two days before the date, you get an email with a photo of the load. You must approve that email for the delivery to proceed. Someone must be at the site during the window.
Tonnage questions are normal. Use our calculator to find the right amount, then order online. Visit the Spencer crushed gravel page to start. First order? Code FIRSTTIMER50 saves you $50.
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See the delivered price for your address and order crushed gravel by the ton online. Loads run from 1 to over 40 tons, with free delivery on qualifying orders.
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