Crushed Gravel ordered online by the ton. A dump truck delivers to your Maine address and unloads right where you point.
Annual precipitation across the cities we deliver to in Maine runs from about 45 to 51 inches. That kind of wet ground needs a base that drains well and stays stable when saturated. Crushed gravel locks together under compaction and handles the moisture better than rounded stone.
Gravel Monkey delivers crushed gravel throughout Maine by the ton. You order the size that fits your project, and a dump truck brings it to your address.
The most-ordered size for driveways and base work in Maine is 3/4" Crushed Gravel. It compacts firmly and bridges soft spots. For other jobs, these sizes are also available:
| Product | Best For | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 3/8" Crushed Gravel | Fine compacting layer | Fills small voids and levels surfaces. |
| 3/4" Crushed Gravel | The workhorse size for base and drives | Handles freeze-thaw cycles in Maine's climate. |
| 1" - 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel | Structural base under heavy loads | For farm roads and truck traffic areas. |
| 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel | First lift over soft subgrade | Stops the base from sinking into wet soil. |
| 2"-3" Crushed Gravel | Mud control and deep fill | Used on access roads over organic soil. |
The table below matches common projects to the right product and a typical depth. These are starting points; your site conditions may change the depth.
| Project | What to order | Depth or note |
|---|---|---|
| Farm and site access road | 1" - 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel | 4 to 6 inches after compaction |
| Shed or slab pad | 3/4" Crushed Gravel | 3 to 4 inches compacted |
| Compacted base | 3/4" or 1" - 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel | Depth depends on subgrade strength |
| Soft or muddy subgrade | 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel | 6 inches or more to bridge weak soil |
| Trench backfill | 3/8" or 3/4" Crushed Gravel | Compacts well around utilities |
The freeze cycle in Maine works on an unstable base every winter. Across the cities we deliver to, about 148 to 179 days a year stay below 32F. Most of the state sits in the severe band for ground freezing. That repeated freezing and thawing pushes damp subgrade upward unless the crushed gravel layer is thick enough to resist.
Hydrologic groups D and C/D are the most common soil types across the served cities. These are slow-draining soils. A base on them needs extra depth to keep water from sitting under the gravel. Spring thaw is the wet part of the year for driveways, and it is when a thin base shows up as ruts.
Maine DOT runs a spring load-restriction program to protect roads during thaw. These restrictions apply to heavy trucks on certain routes. If your delivery falls during that period, the hauler works within the allowed roads.
Gravel Monkey delivers to addresses across Maine. Here are some of the cities we serve:
Gravel Monkey delivers to addresses across Maine, not only the cities listed here.
Crushed gravel is sold by the ton. To estimate the tonnage, measure the length and width of your area in feet and multiply by the depth in inches. The result changes with the material's density. Use our material calculators to enter your dimensions and get a tonnage number before you order.
Crushed gravel is ordered online by the ton. At checkout you enter your ZIP code and the delivery price is calculated for that address. A dump truck brings the load to your site. Loads range from 1 ton to over 40 tons, and free delivery applies on qualifying orders.
Use code FIRSTTIMER50 for $50 off your first order. About Gravel Monkey explains how we source and deliver. See what others have said on our customer reviews page. Full delivery information covers lead times, window choices, and site access requirements.
In the same trip you can combine crushed gravel with these materials. Each is sold by the ton and delivered the same way.
Yes. Maine DOT runs a spring load-restriction program to protect roads during thaw. The hauler works within the allowed routes, so your delivery may take a longer path during that period. You will still get your crushed gravel, but it could mean a different truck route.
The 148 to 179 freezing days a year and severe ground freezing mean your base must be deep enough to resist frost heave. Low spots that stay wet through spring thaw need a thicker first lift of 1 1/2" crushed gravel. The slow-draining soil groups in most of the served cities also require extra base depth.
Crushed gravel is sold by the ton. The weight depends on the size and moisture content. Use our calculator to convert your project dimensions into tons before ordering.
Yes. Use code FIRSTTIMER50 at checkout to get $50 off your first order. The code applies to qualifying orders of crushed gravel or any other material we deliver.
Every gravel project starts with getting the tonnage right. Use the calculator, pick your size, and move to checkout. Order crushed gravel in Maine from Gravel Monkey.
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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