Buy Crushed Stone in Yazoo City, Mississippi

The most common mistake with crushed stone is ordering the wrong size for the job. Using a 3/8 inch product where a 3/4 inch base is needed leads to settlement and drainage failures. Getting the grade right from the start saves time and money.

Yazoo City gets about 57 inches of precipitation a year, so water management has to be part of your plan. A crushed stone layer that drains properly prevents washout and keeps the surface stable.

Crushed Stone Sizes Available for Yazoo City Deliveries

Crushed stone splits into two categories: base material and finish material. The larger, open-graded sizes carry water and support weight. The smaller, dense-graded sizes lock together for a smooth surface. Choose the category first, then the exact size.

Choosing Crushed Stone for Common Projects in Yazoo City

Every project has a budget option and a long-term option. The table below matches the typical job with the stone that holds up best over time.

How Local Conditions Affect Your Crushed Stone Job

Yazoo City sees about 71 wet days a year when at least a tenth of an inch of rain falls. That many rain events makes it important to schedule the delivery onto firm ground. Wet soil can rut under a loaded dump truck and ruin a prepared base.

About 42 days a year drop below freezing. That freeze-thaw cycle moves an unsettled stone base, so compaction is worth the extra pass. Winters here are cold enough to move an unsettled base, so compaction is worth the extra pass. Snowfall averages about 0 inches, which means snow plow damage is not a concern for a loose surface. Still, the ground freezing is real but moderate, and that affects how deep the base layer needs to be to stay stable through the season.

Soils mapped in the Yazoo City area are commonly poorly drained. The ground around Yazoo City takes water in very slowly, so most rain runs across the surface. That makes drainage and a deeper base matter more here than elsewhere. More base stone under the surface layer prevents water from pooling and weakening the structure.

Calculating How Much Crushed Stone You Need

Tonnage depends on the area you are covering and the depth you choose. Measure the length and width in feet, multiply by the depth in feet, and divide by 27 to get cubic yards. Multiply cubic yards by about 1.4 to convert to tons for most crushed stone grades. Use the crushed stone calculator on our site to get a precise number without the math.

Ordering Crushed Stone from Gravel Monkey

Gravel Monkey delivers crushed stone nationwide by dump truck directly to your address. There is no local yard to visit. You order online by the ton, and the delivery price is calculated by your ZIP code at checkout. Loads run from one ton up to 40-plus tons, so the same order page works for a small patio base or a large driveway.

Free delivery is available on qualifying orders. Use code FIRSTTIMER50 at checkout to take $50 off your first order. You choose your delivery window at checkout, and the delivery date must be at least 3 business days after the order date. We send a confirmation email first, then a second email closer to the date with the scheduled window and a photo of your material being loaded. You must approve that second email for the delivery to proceed.

You or someone you nominate must be at the site during the delivery window. Access needs a road width of at least 12 feet. Learn more about how it works on our delivery information page. For background on the company, see the About Gravel Monkey page. Read customer reviews for feedback from other buyers.

Other Materials That Pair with Crushed Stone

• Sand - Use a sand bedding layer on top of crushed stone for paver base stability.
• Gravel & Rock - Decorative gravel on top of a crushed stone sub-base provides a finished look.
• Topsoil - Cap a crushed stone drainage layer with topsoil for a planted area.
• Crushed Gravel - Similar angular material, often used where a slightly rounded edge is acceptable.
• Driveway Gravel - A surface course that bonds over a compacted crushed stone base for driveways.
• Crushed Concrete - Recycled alternative for base layers, often cheaper than quarried stone.

Frequently Asked Questions about Crushed Stone Delivery in Yazoo City

What is the smallest load of crushed stone you deliver to Yazoo City?

The smallest load we deliver is one ton. About 57 inches of precipitation a year in Yazoo City means even a small crushed stone area needs good drainage underneath, so one ton is enough for a modest drainage project like a French drain or a small patio base.

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

Yes. Soils mapped in the Yazoo City area are commonly poorly drained, and the ground takes water in very slowly. That means you typically need a deeper crushed stone base than you would on well-drained soil to prevent water from pooling under the surface.

What size crushed stone should I choose?

For a driveway base or drainage layer, 3/4 inch or #57 crushed stone is the standard. For a paver setting bed, use 3/8 inch or #10 screenings. For erosion control or heavy fill, choose 1 to 1 1/2 inch or larger. The job type determines the size.

Do you deliver to rural addresses outside the city limits?

Yes. We deliver anywhere that a dump truck can safely access in and around Yazoo City. The delivery price is calculated by your ZIP code at checkout, and you choose your delivery window. A valid phone number is required to confirm the delivery address and access.

Get the Right Crushed Stone for Your Project

Starting with the correct crushed stone size and depth makes the difference between a job that lasts and one that needs rework. Order from Gravel Monkey in Yazoo City and have it delivered by the ton straight to your site.

We also deliver to nearby communities.

• Belzoni
• Flora
• Tchula
• Lexington
• Rolling Fork
• Canton
• Gluckstadt
• Goodman
• Madison
• Ridgeland