Crushed Gravel ordered online by the ton. A dump truck delivers to your Jackson address and unloads right where you point.
Jackson gets about 52 inches of precipitation a year. That means drainage matters when you put down a gravel surface. Crushed gravel locks together tightly but still lets water pass through, so it holds up better than smooth stone in wet conditions.
Whether you are building a driveway, a pad, or a pathway, the right crushed gravel size keeps the surface stable. Ordering by the ton and delivered by dump truck gives you exactly what you need without trips to a yard.
The most often ordered crushed gravel size in Jackson is 3/4" Crushed Gravel. It handles driveways, base layers, and general fill. For other jobs, one of these sizes fits better.
| Product | What it is for | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 3/8" Crushed Gravel | Fine compacting layer | Good for paths and under pavers where a smooth top is needed. |
| 3/4" Crushed Gravel | The workhorse size for base and drives | Compacts well and handles car traffic without rutting. |
| 1" - 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel | Structural base under heavy loads | Used under concrete slabs or commercial lots. |
| 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel | First lift over soft subgrade | Bridges weak soil before the finer wearing course. |
| 2"-3" Crushed Gravel | Mud control and deep fill | For really soft spots or building up low areas in layers. |
Pick your project from this table to see the product and recommended depth. The depths assume a firm subgrade; add more base if the ground is soft.
| Project | What to order | Depth or note |
|---|---|---|
| Compacted base | 3/4" Crushed Gravel | 4 to 6 inches compacted. |
| Shed or slab pad | 3/4" Crushed Gravel | 6 to 8 inches for a shed; 8 to 12 for a slab. |
| Soft or muddy subgrade | 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel first lift, then 3/4" top | Start with 6 to 8 inches of the larger stone. |
| Farm and site access road | 3/4" Crushed Gravel | 8 to 12 inches, built up in lifts. |
| Trench backfill | 3/8" or 3/4" Crushed Gravel | Fills around pipes; smaller stone settles less. |
Jackson sees about 52 inches of precipitation each year, roughly 10 inches above the national average. That rainfall, combined with around 81 days that bring measurable rain, means water moves through gravel surfaces often. You need a base layer that drains instead of trapping moisture.
Freeze and thaw cycles work on loose material all winter, which is the argument for the deeper first lift. With about 111 freezing days per year and 27 inches of snow, the ground shifts enough to push a thin gravel layer out of shape. Plowing can also dig into a loose top surface. A thicker base, often 8 to 12 inches, resists that movement.
Soils mapped in the Jackson area are commonly very poorly drained. The ground around Jackson is in dual hydrologic group A/D: when drained it soaks up water quickly, but when undrained it lets most rain run across the surface. Good drainage matters more here than other places. Frost heave is moderate, but a deeper base reduces the risk of winter damage. Ocean County permitted about 2,808 single-family homes in 2024, many of which will need driveways, pads, and access roads.
Crushed gravel is sold by the ton, not by the cubic yard. To figure the tonnage you need, multiply the length and width of the area, multiply by the depth in feet, then divide by about 15 to 20 for tons. Use the Gravel Monkey material calculators to get a precise number for your project size and material choice.
You buy crushed gravel online by the ton. At checkout, enter your ZIP code to see the delivered price. A dump truck brings the load to your address, typically in loads from 1 to 40 plus tons. Use code FIRSTTIMER50 for $50 off your first order.
Choose a delivery window when you check out: 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 you order. You get an email confirmation first, then a second email closer to the date with a photo of the material being loaded. You approve that email before the truck rolls. Someone 18 or older must be at the site during the entire window. If you have questions about how it works, read the delivery information page. For more about the company, see About Gravel Monkey. Check customer reviews to hear from others.
Yes. Soils mapped in the Jackson area are commonly very poorly drained. When the subgrade stays wet, a deeper base of crushed gravel prevents the surface from sinking. You should plan for at least 6 to 8 inches of base in most spots.
The smallest load is about 1 ton. Jackson sees about 81 wet days a year, so scheduling delivery on a dry week helps keep the ground firm for the truck.
Yes. Smaller sizes like 3/8 inch and 3/4 inch lock together tightly when compacted and make a stable surface. Larger sizes leave air gaps and do not compact as dense, which is useful for drainage layers but not for a finished surface.
Crushed gravel is measured by weight and sold by the ton. One ton covers about 70 to 100 square feet at a depth of 3 inches, depending on the size and how tight it packs.
The right amount of crushed gravel depends on your project size and depth. Use the Gravel Monkey calculator to get a tonnage estimate for your Jackson site. Then order online and have it delivered.
For more about buying crushed gravel in Jackson, visit the Jackson hub page.
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