Buy Crushed Stone in Lawrence, Kansas

Crushed stone is sold by the ton and delivered by dump truck to your Lawrence address. You order online, choose a delivery window, and the truck arrives with the load you selected.

Soil around Lawrence is in hydrologic group D. That ground takes water in very slowly, so most rain runs across the surface. For crushed stone projects, that means drainage and a deeper base matter more here than in many other areas.

Crushed Stone Sizes for Lawrence Projects

Each size has a job it fits and jobs it does not. The table lists what each crushed stone product is for and what to watch out for.

Matching Material to Common Jobs in Lawrence

Use this table to pick the right crushed stone size for typical residential projects.

How Local Weather Affects Your Crushed Stone Job

Lawrence gets about 39 inches of precipitation a year. That much rain means the base under any crushed stone surface needs to be built to let water drain away, not sit in the subgrade.

About 61 days a year bring at least a tenth of an inch of rain. Scheduling the delivery onto firm ground is important because a wet site makes compaction harder. Freezing conditions matter too: about 117 days a year drop below 32F. Freeze and thaw cycles work on loose material all winter, which is the argument for the deeper first lift. Snowfall averages about 12 inches a year; plowing that snow can dig into a loose crushed stone surface if the top layer is too thin.

Estimating How Much Crushed Stone You Need

Tonnage depends on the area, depth, and compaction factor. For a quick estimate, use the crushed stone calculator on the site. It asks for length, width, and depth, then gives a tonnage figure you can use at checkout.

Ordering Crushed Stone from Gravel Monkey

You order entirely online. Choose your crushed stone size and enter the tonnage, then pick a delivery date at least 3 business days out. Delivery windows are morning (7 am to 12 pm) or afternoon (12 pm to 5 pm). The price for delivery is calculated at checkout based on your ZIP code.

You get an email confirmation when the order is placed. Closer to the date, a second email arrives with the scheduled window and a photo of the material being loaded. Delivery goes ahead only after you approve that second email. Someone must be at the site during the window, or a redelivery fee can apply. The truck needs at least 12 feet of road width to reach the spot.

First-time customers save $50 with code FIRSTTIMER50. For more details, see the About Gravel Monkey page, check customer reviews, and read the full delivery information.

Other Materials for the Same Job

These materials work alongside crushed stone on many Lawrence projects.

• Mulch, A top layer over crushed stone paths or garden borders for a finished look.
• Gravel & Rock, Rounded gravel for decorative areas where crushed stone is too angular.
• Walkway Gravel, Small, rounded gravel that stays in place on footpaths.
• Crushed Gravel, Similar angularity to crushed stone but from a different parent rock.
• Driveway Gravel, A blend of sizes that compacts into a solid driving surface.
• Crushed Concrete, Recycled material for base layers where crushed stone is not required.

Frequently Asked Questions About Crushed Stone in Lawrence

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

Yes. Soils in the Lawrence area are in hydrologic group D, meaning they absorb water very slowly. That makes most rain run off instead of soaking in. For crushed stone jobs like driveways or patios, that means you typically need a deeper base layer to keep the surface stable and allow water to drain sideways away from the soil.

How much does crushed stone delivery cost in Lawrence?

Delivery cost is calculated at checkout based on your ZIP code. The price includes the material and the dump truck delivery to your address. First-time customers can apply a discount code for savings. No local pickup is available; the truck comes to you.

What is the difference between the sizes of crushed stone you stock?

Size refers to the diameter of the individual stones, from 3/8 inch up to 3 inches. Smaller sizes like 3/8 inch and #8 stone are used for tight fills and joint bedding. Medium sizes like 3/4 inch and #57 work for bases and drainage. Larger sizes like 1 to 3 inches are for erosion control and deep fill. Each size has a specific job; picking the right one keeps the project stable.

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

For a driveway or parking area that carries vehicles, a compacted base of 4 to 6 inches of 3/4 inch crushed stone is typical. The exact depth depends on the soil conditions, expected load, and whether drainage is needed. Consider using a geotextile fabric under the stone to help distribute the load on the Lawrence soils.

Get a Delivered Price for Your Lawrence Address

Enter your ZIP code at checkout to see the total delivered price for the crushed stone size and tonnage you need. The order is placed online and the truck arrives on the date you choose.

Browse the full crushed stone selection on the Lawrence materials hub.

Gravel Monkey also delivers crushed stone to nearby areas.

• Eudora
• Baldwin City
• Tonganoxie
• De Soto
• Oskaloosa
• Wellsville
• Basehor
• Topeka
• Olathe
• Ottawa