Buy Crushed Stone in Sedalia, Missouri

Crushed stone comes in several sizes, and the one you pick changes how the material behaves under load and in drainage. Sedalia gets about 43 inches of precipitation a year, so choosing the right size for drainage is key.

Whether you need a compact base for a driveway or a clean layer under pavers, the size and shape affect compaction and washout risk. The table below lists every size we carry in Sedalia.

Crushed Stone Sizes Available for Sedalia Delivery

The most common crushed stone order in Sedalia is 3/4" crushed stone, which works for base layers, driveways, and drainage. The other sizes fill more specific roles.

Which Crushed Stone to Use for Common Sedalia Projects

The table below matches five typical projects to the right product and suggests a starting depth. These are guidelines; your exact depth depends on load and soil.

Sedalia Weather and Soil Affect Your Crushed Stone Job

Sedalia sees about 114 days a year below 32 degrees Fahrenheit. That many freeze-thaw cycles work on loose material all winter, which is the argument for the deeper first lift. If the base shifts, the surface follows.

Snowfall averages about 13 inches a year. Plowing a loose crushed stone surface can push material aside and leave ruts. A compacted top layer or a larger surface stone helps resist that damage. About 68 days a year bring at least a tenth of an inch of rain, so scheduling delivery onto firm ground matters. Wet soil compacts poorly and can rut under the truck.

Soils mapped in the Sedalia area are commonly somewhat poorly drained. That means more base stone under the surface layer to lift the work above the damp zone. The ground around Sedalia is in hydrologic group C, which takes water in slowly and sheds a fair amount across the surface. A deeper drainage layer earns its place here, especially under driveways or slabs that need to stay stable.

How to Estimate How Much Crushed Stone You Need

Volume is measured in cubic yards, then converted to tons. The rule of thumb is that a cubic yard of crushed stone weighs about 1.3 to 1.5 tons, but the exact number depends on the size and the stone type. Use our crushed stone calculator to enter your length, width, and depth and get a tonnage estimate for any size we carry.

Ordering Crushed Stone from Gravel Monkey in Sedalia

Buying crushed stone from Gravel Monkey is simple. You order online by the ton, and the delivered price shows at checkout after you enter your ZIP code. A dump truck brings the load to your address. Loads range from 1 ton up to 40 tons or more, and free delivery applies on qualifying orders.

Use code FIRSTTIMER50 at checkout to get $50 off your first order. You choose a delivery window: morning (7 am to 12 pm) or afternoon (12 pm to 5 pm). The delivery date must be at least 3 business days after the order date. You 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.

For more about how we work, see our About Gravel Monkey page. Read Customer reviews and check Delivery information for the full process.

Other Materials to Pair with Crushed Stone in Sedalia

These materials often go on the same truck with crushed stone:

• Walkway Gravel - A decorative top layer over a crushed stone base.
• Gravel & Rock - For surface finishes where crushed stone is the sub-base.
• Topsoil - Order topsoil for planting beds after the crushed stone base is in.
• Crushed Gravel - Similar angular material but from a different parent rock.
• Driveway Gravel - A blend that may include crushed stone for a stable surface.
• Crushed Concrete - A recycled option for base layers where crushed stone is the standard.

Frequently Asked Questions About Crushed Stone in Sedalia

Do winter conditions in Sedalia affect delivery?

Yes. With about 114 freezing days a year, the ground can freeze and cause ruts if the truck drives across soft ground. We schedule deliveries onto firm ground, and you pick the window. The driver will not deliver onto unstable or frozen surfaces that risk getting stuck.

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

Yes. Soils in the Sedalia area are commonly somewhat poorly drained. That often means you need a thicker base layer of crushed stone to lift the surface above damp ground. The group C soil behavior means water runs across the surface instead of soaking in, so a drainage layer under the stone earns its place.

How deep should the layer be for a job that carries vehicles?

For a driveway that carries cars and light trucks, a 6 to 8 inch compacted layer of 3/4" crushed stone works well. Heavier vehicles or softer ground may need 10 to 12 inches. The exact depth depends on the subsoil and the load.

Does the stone size change how well it compacts?

Yes. Sizes with a mix of particles, like 3/4" crushed stone and #57, compact tightly because the smaller pieces fill gaps between larger ones. Single-size stone like 2"-3" leaves voids and does not lock as well. For compaction, a graded stone is better than a uniform one.

Order Crushed Stone for Your Project in Sedalia

Whether you are building a driveway base or a French drain, the right crushed stone size keeps the job stable and drains properly. Order online from Gravel Monkey in Sedalia and get it delivered right to your site.

We also deliver crushed stone to nearby towns:

• La Monte
• Cole Camp
• Knob Noster
• Windsor
• Sweet Springs
• Lincoln
• Stover
• Tipton
• Warrensburg
• Marshall