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







Many buyers choose gravel or rock based on looks alone, then find the surface shifts or washes out. The correction is to start with what goes underneath the decorative layer.
Newton gets about 60 inches of precipitation a year, so drainage and washout planning matter from the start. Pick the base material first, then the finish.
Gravel and rock split into two groups: base materials that compact to support weight, and finish materials that stay loose or pack firm on top. The table below lists what we deliver to Newton addresses.
| Product | Use | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 3/8" Natural Pea Gravel | Play areas, patios | Rounded and smooth underfoot. |
| River Rock | Beds, borders, dry creek beds | Natural polish from water wear. |
| 2-4" River Rock | Larger decorative cover and erosion control | Holds in place on slopes. |
| Drain Rock | French drains and dry wells | Clean stone that lets water pass. |
| Decomposed Granite | Paths and patios that compact firm | Locks into a stable surface. |
| Crusher Run | Compacting base under everything | Contains fines for a solid base. |
| Road Base | Lanes and pads that carry trucks | Engineered for heavy loads. |
For each project, you can choose a budget option or a long-term option. The budget option uses less material but may need more maintenance.
| Project | What to order | Depth or note |
|---|---|---|
| French drain | Drain Rock | Depth depends on pipe size; use our calculator. |
| Dry creek bed | River Rock | 2 to 3 inches for visual bed. |
| Erosion control on a slope | 2-4" River Rock | 4 to 6 inches to lock in place. |
| Path that stays firm | Decomposed Granite | 2 to 3 inches compacted. |
| Landscape beds | 3/8" Natural Pea Gravel or River Rock | 2 to 3 inches over weed fabric. |
The freeze cycle in Newton matters because an unstable base heaves when the ground freezes and softens when it thaws. About 56 days a year drop below 32F, so the work window is shorter than in warmer places, but the ground does not freeze deep. That means a standard base depth usually works, but you still need a compacted layer that will not shift. Soils mapped in the Newton area are commonly well drained, which helps water move away from the stone. The ground around Newton takes water in at a moderate rate, so standard base depth is usually enough. About 76 days a year bring at least a tenth of an inch of rain, so scheduling the delivery onto firm ground matters more than the total rainfall. Work can run most of the year in this climate, which makes scheduling the delivery the easy part.
You estimate tonnage by multiplying length by width by depth, then converting cubic feet into tons. The conversion changes with each material. Use our material calculators to get a number you can order by.
You order online by the ton, and delivery is priced by your ZIP code at checkout. Loads run from one ton to 40-plus tons in a dump truck that comes to your address. Use code FIRSTTIMER50 for $50 off a first order.
The delivery date is chosen at checkout and must be at least 3 business days after the order date. You pick a window: morning, 7 am to 12 pm, or afternoon, 12 pm to 5 pm. A valid phone number is required to confirm the delivery.
Read more about how we work on our About Gravel Monkey page, see customer reviews, and check delivery information.
Yes. About 56 days a year drop below freezing, so the ground does freeze and thaw repeatedly. That cycle pushes an unstable base out of shape. A compacted crusher run or road base layer under decorative stone stops that movement.
Yes. Newton gets about 60 inches of precipitation a year, and about 76 days bring measurable rain. Drain rock under a French drain or in a dry well moves water away from buildings. Loose decorative gravel on well-drained soil will shed water without washing out.
Depth depends on the use and the base material. For a path, 2 to 3 inches of compacted decomposed granite is enough. For a driveway, you need 4 to 6 inches of road base. Use our material calculators to get the depth recommendation for your project.
Smaller sizes like 3/8" pea gravel pack tighter underfoot and work for paths. Larger stones like 2-4" river rock stay in place on slopes and handle water flow. Crusher run has fines that let it compact into a solid base.
If you need driveway gravel, crushed gravel, mulch or sand for the same property, see the sibling material pages linked above. For the full list of what we deliver here, visit the Newton hub page.
We also deliver to nearby towns.
See the delivered price for your address and order gravel & rock by the ton online. Loads run from 1 to over 40 tons, with free delivery on qualifying orders.
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