Buy Crushed Stone in Livingston, Louisiana

Livingston sees about 29 freezing days a year, so the ground stays workable for crushed stone jobs through most of the calendar. The lack of deep frost means you can schedule base and drainage work without a tight seasonal window.

The bigger concern here is moisture. With 68 inches of precipitation annually, planning for drainage and washout is what keeps your project solid for years.

Crushed Stone Sizes Available for Delivery in Livingston

The most-ordered size for general use is 3/4" crushed stone. It works as a base layer under driveways, concrete slabs, and as drain rock. The table below lists every size you can order by the ton.

Project Guide: What Crushed Stone to Order for Your Job

Match your project to the right crushed stone size and depth. Use this table as a starting point; your final depth depends on the subgrade condition and traffic.

Local Conditions That Affect Your Crushed Stone Job in Livingston

Livingston sits in the part of Louisiana where the ground gets about 77 wet days a year. That means the soil stays soft for long stretches, so you need to schedule your delivery onto firm ground. The area's population is roughly 1,983, but Livingston Parish permitted about 613 new single-family homes in 2024, which keeps demand for base stone steady on new lots.

Soils mapped in the Livingston area are commonly somewhat poorly drained. That translates into needing more base stone under the surface layer to spread the load. On top of that, the ground around Livingston is in hydrologic group D, which takes water in very slowly so most rain runs across the surface. The practical effect is that drainage and a deeper base matter more here than in other places.

Without a hard freeze to lift the surface, drainage and washout are what decide how long the material lasts. A compacted subgrade with enough clean stone underneath keeps your project from settling.

How Much Crushed Stone Do You Need

Calculate your tonnage by figuring the volume of the area you need to fill and the depth of the stone layer. A cubic yard of crushed stone weighs roughly 1.4 tons depending on the size. Use the crushed stone calculator on our site to enter your dimensions and get a tonnage estimate for the size you want.

Ordering Crushed Stone from Gravel Monkey

You order online by the ton, and the delivered price shows at checkout based on your ZIP code. We deliver by dump truck to your address in Livingston in loads from 1 to 40 plus tons. Free delivery applies to qualifying orders. Use code FIRSTTIMER50 for $50 off your first order.

The delivery date must be at least 3 business days out and you choose a morning or afternoon window. We send a confirmation email when you order, then a second email closer to the date with the scheduled window and a photo of the load. Delivery only goes ahead when you approve that second email. Someone 18 or older must be at the site during the window. The access road needs to be at least 12 feet wide for the truck.

About Gravel Monkey explains how we source from regional suppliers. You can read customer reviews and get full details on delivery information including cancellation policy and what to do if something is wrong.

Other Materials That Pair with Crushed Stone in Livingston

Many customers order these materials on the same delivery to finish the job.

• Fill Dirt, Use it to bring low spots up to grade before laying base stone.
• Mulch, Top off landscaped beds after drainage stone is in place.
• Gravel & Rock, Get rounded river rock for decorative edges or paths.
• Crushed Gravel, Another angular option with a different parent rock than crushed stone.
• Driveway Gravel, A blend that includes fines for compacting into a stable driving surface.
• Crushed Concrete, A recycled base material that costs less than virgin stone.

Frequently Asked Questions About Crushed Stone in Livingston

Do you deliver crushed stone to Livingston and the surrounding area?

Yes, we deliver crushed stone directly to your address in Livingston. The date you pick at checkout must be at least 3 business days after the order, and you choose a morning or afternoon window. We need a valid phone number to confirm the delivery, and someone must be there during the window.

How much does crushed stone delivery cost in Livingston?

The delivered price is shown at checkout once you enter your ZIP code. Livingston gets about 68 inches of precipitation a year, so we recommend ordering extra stone to account for compaction and settling in wet conditions. The price includes the product and the dump truck delivery to your site.

How do I know how deep to go?

The depth depends on the job and the condition of the subgrade. For a driveway that sees cars, 6 to 8 inches of compacted crushed stone is a common starting point. For paver bases, 4 to 6 inches over compacted soil is typical. If the ground is soft, add more base stone to spread the load.

What surface does the truck need to reach the drop point?

The access road must be at least 12 feet wide and able to support a heavy truck. If the drop area is narrow or has tight turns, the driver will get as close as they safely can. You are responsible for confirming that the driveway and path can handle the weight.

Choose Your Crushed Stone and Order Online

Paver bases and driveway work are the two most common projects for crushed stone in Livingston. Use the Livingston city hub to check prices and place your order. We handle the delivery from there.

We also deliver crushed stone to nearby areas:

• Walker
• Albany
• French Settlement
• Denham Springs
• Killian
• Hammond
• Independence
• Central
• Ponchatoula
• Gonzales