Buy Gravel & Rock in Marshalltown, Iowa

Order gravel and rock by the ton in Marshalltown. Loads run from one ton to more than 40. A dump truck delivers to your address, and the price for the run shows at checkout.

Marshalltown gets about 37 inches of precipitation a year. That means drainage and washout need to be part of your plan.

Gravel and rock sizes for Marshalltown projects

Gravel and rock come in sizes from fine decomposed granite to large 2-4 inch river rock. The table below lists the options available for delivery.

Choosing the right gravel and rock for your Marshalltown job

Each project has a material made for it. The table below matches common Marshalltown jobs to the right gravel and rock.

How Marshalltown weather affects your gravel and rock order

About 65 days a year bring at least a tenth of an inch of rain. Scheduling the delivery onto firm ground is easier when you pick a dry stretch.

Freezing days count about 152 each year, and ground freezing here is deep and long. That means the base layer under driveways or patios needs to be thick enough to handle frost heave. Hard freezes shape the calendar here, so base work is easier to get right from late spring through fall.

Snowfall averages about 28 inches a year. Plowing can damage a loose surface, so a compacted top layer like decomposed granite or a 2-4 inch rock cap helps. The ground around Marshalltown takes water in slowly and sheds a fair amount across the surface. A deeper drainage layer earns its place under any hard surface.

How much gravel and rock you need

To estimate the tonnage for your project, measure the area and the depth you want. Multiply length times width times depth, then use the material calculators to convert cubic feet to tons. The calculator accounts for the specific weight of each rock type.

Ordering from Gravel Monkey

Order online by the ton. Delivery is priced by your ZIP code at checkout. A dump truck brings the load to your address. Loads run from one ton to more than 40. Free delivery applies on qualifying orders. Use code FIRSTTIMER50 for $50 off your first order.

Learn more about how Gravel Monkey works, read customer reviews, and see the full delivery information page for details on scheduling, access, and claims.

Other materials that pair with gravel and rock

For a complete project, consider these materials that work alongside gravel and rock:

• Crushed Concrete, a recycled base that compacts well under gravel layers.
• Mulch, covers landscape beds and keeps soil moisture even.
• Fill Dirt, fills low spots before you set your gravel base.
• Walkway Gravel, a smaller, stable gravel for paths and walkways.
• Crushed Stone, angular stone for drainage and base layers.
• Sand, fills gaps and levels the base before laying pavers.

Frequently asked questions about gravel and rock in Marshalltown

Does the length of the freeze season in Marshalltown change what I should order?

Yes. About 152 days a year drop below freezing, and ground freezing here is deep and long. For driveways or any surface that carries a load, a thicker base of crusher run or road base helps resist frost heave. Decomposed granite paths may need a deeper compacted layer to stay level through freeze-thaw cycles.

Is Marshalltown wet enough that drainage should drive the choice?

Yes. Marshalltown gets about 37 inches of precipitation a year, and the soil takes water in slowly and sheds a fair amount across the surface. Drain rock is the right choice for French drains and dry wells. A 4- to 6-inch drainage layer under patios and walkways will save you from washouts.

What size gravel and rock should I choose?

Start with the job. For paths and patios that compact firm, use decomposed granite. For decorative beds and borders, pea gravel or river rock works. For drainage, use drain rock. For a base under a driveway, crusher run or road base. The product table above gives you a full list with uses and notes.

Is there a discount on a first order?

Yes. Use code FIRSTTIMER50 at checkout to get $50 off your first order. The code applies once per customer. Follow the checkout steps to apply it before you confirm the delivery date.

Get your gravel and rock delivered in Marshalltown

Order online, choose your delivery window, and a dump truck brings the material to your address. Delivery dates must be at least 3 business days after the order. You will get a confirmation email and a second email closer to delivery with the window and a photo of the load. You can approve that second email to confirm. Return to the Marshalltown hub for all materials.

We also deliver gravel and rock to nearby towns:

• Conrad
• State Center
• Toledo
• Tama
• Grinnell
• Grundy Center
• Newton
• Eldora
• Traer
• Reinbeck