Buy Crushed Stone in Ocean Springs, Mississippi

The delivered price of crushed stone comes down to two things: the stone itself and getting the truck to your address. Ocean Springs gets about 68 inches of precipitation a year, which means your base layer has to handle water moving through it. That is where the right grade of stone makes the difference.

You order by the ton, and the delivery cost shows up when you pick your ZIP code at checkout. No hidden fees, no yard visit needed.

Crushed Stone Products Available in Ocean Springs

Each crushed stone size serves a specific job. Picking the wrong one means rework. Here is what to use each grade for.

Choosing Crushed Stone for Common Jobs in Ocean Springs

The table below matches the project to the recommended stone size. Depth varies with the load and the soil underneath.

Local Conditions That Affect Your Crushed Stone Job in Ocean Springs

Ocean Springs sits on soils that are commonly very poorly drained. That means water sits longer than it would on sandy ground. About 16 days a year drop below freezing, which is not enough to cause significant frost heave, but your base layer still needs to pass water out of the way.

The area gets about 68 inches of rain a year, and roughly 75 days bring measurable precipitation. Scheduling the delivery onto firm ground matters because a wet driveway can rut under the truck. The ground around Ocean Springs is in dual hydrologic group B/D. Where it is drained, water soaks in at a moderate rate. Where it is not, most rain runs across the surface. Drainage and a deeper base matter more here than elsewhere.

Work can run most of the year in this climate, which makes scheduling the delivery the easy part. Snow is not a factor here, so plowing damage to a loose surface is not something you need to plan for.

How Much Crushed Stone You Need for Your Project

Tonnage depends on the area you are covering and the depth of the stone layer. A general rule is that a ton of 3/4" crushed stone covers roughly 100 square feet at 2 inches deep. Use our crushed stone calculator to get a number for your specific dimensions. It accounts for compaction and waste.

Ordering Crushed Stone from Gravel Monkey

You buy crushed stone by the ton here. Loads run from one ton up to 40 tons or more on a single truck. Delivery is priced by ZIP code at checkout, and orders that meet the minimum qualify for free delivery. First-time customers can use code FIRSTTIMER50 to save $50.

You choose a delivery window when you order: morning from 7 am to 12 pm or afternoon from 12 pm to 5 pm. The delivery date must be at least 3 business days after your order. You will get an email confirmation, then a second email with the scheduled window and a photo of the load. Delivery goes ahead only after you approve that second email. You need to provide a valid phone number, and you or someone you nominate must be present during the delivery window.

For more details on how it works, read our delivery information page. See what other customers say on our customer reviews page, and learn about the company at about Gravel Monkey.

Other Materials That Pair with Crushed Stone

Your job might need more than stone alone. These materials work alongside crushed stone on the same site.

• Gravel & Rock, For pathways where a looser surface is fine.
• Walkway Gravel, Decorative top layer over a crushed stone base.
• Fill Dirt, Under the stone to raise grade and improve drainage.
• Crushed Gravel, Similar to crushed stone but from a different parent rock; good for driveways.
• Driveway Gravel, Blended for a surface that stays in place longer.
• Crushed Concrete, A recycled alternative for base layers on non-critical jobs.

Frequently Asked Questions About Crushed Stone in Ocean Springs

When is the best time of year to order crushed stone in Ocean Springs?

Any time outside the freeze-thaw cycles works well. With about 16 freezing days a year, the ground rarely stays frozen long enough to stop work. Spring and fall are the busiest seasons, so ordering a few days ahead gives you the best delivery window choice.

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

Yes. Soils in the Ocean Springs area are commonly very poorly drained. That usually means you need a thicker base layer to keep water from undermining the surface. A 6-inch base becomes 8 inches if the ground holds water. Check your own site conditions before finalizing depth.

Is there a discount on a first order?

Yes. Use coupon code FIRSTTIMER50 at checkout to save $50 on your first order. The code applies to the material total. No other restrictions are listed.

Do I need to be home when the truck arrives?

Yes, you or someone you nominate must be at the site during the delivery window. If nobody is there, the driver cannot complete the delivery, and a missed-delivery fee can apply.

Get Your Crushed Stone Delivered to Ocean Springs

Order online, choose your stone size, and pick a delivery window. The truck comes to your address with the tonnage you need. Start your order from the Ocean Springs hub.

We also deliver crushed stone to nearby towns.

• Diberville
• Gautier
• Biloxi
• Pascagoula
• Moss Point
• Gulfport
• Long Beach
• Pass Christian
• Diamondhead
• Irvington