Sand ordered online by the ton. A dump truck delivers to your Carrizozo address and unloads right where you point.
Sand is sold by the ton, and a typical Carrizozo project might use anywhere from a couple of tons for a small sandbox to 40 tons or more for a masonry job or a paver base. Because the area gets about 17 inches of precipitation a year, drainage planning matters when you spread a layer that water can wash through.
You order the tonnage you need online, and Gravel Monkey delivers it by dump truck to your address. The delivered price appears at checkout once you enter your ZIP code. That way you know the total before you commit.
Sand comes in different grades for different jobs. The main choice is between a fine, soft sand for joints and mortar and a cleaner, washed sand for concrete or fill. Each product is sold by the ton, and you can order any quantity from 1 to 40-plus tons.
| Product | Best for | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Mason Sand | Mortar, paver joints, fine leveling | A screened, fine-grained sand that works well in narrow joints and thin layers. |
| Washed Sand | Concrete work and clean fill | Washed to remove silt and clay, making it reliable for mixing with cement. |
| Playground Sand | Play areas and sandboxes | A clean, soft sand that is safe for children's play zones and sandboxes. |
Each project needs the right sand grade and depth. The table below matches typical Carrizozo jobs to the sand that works best for them.
| Project | What to order | Depth or note |
|---|---|---|
| Sandbox or play area | Playground Sand | Fill to about 6 to 12 inches for safe digging. |
| Pipe bedding | Washed Sand | Compact to 3 to 4 inches under and around the pipe. |
| Mortar and masonry | Mason Sand | Use a clean, graded sand; mix per mortar instructions. |
| Pool base | Washed Sand | Spread 2 to 3 inches and compact to a smooth, level surface. |
| Paver leveling course | Mason Sand | Apply 1 to 1.5 inches, screed level before laying pavers. |
Carrizozo gets about 17 inches of precipitation a year, so a sand layer can be washed out if it is not properly drained. The ground around Carrizozo takes water in slowly and sheds a fair amount across the surface, meaning a deeper drainage layer earns its place when you are building a base or a pad.
About 135 days a year drop below 32F, which affects how long you have to work and how much the ground moves as it freezes and thaws. Snowfall averages about 26 inches a year, and plowing that snow can damage a loose surface if the sand is not compacted or covered. Work can run most of the year in this climate, which makes scheduling the delivery the easy part.
To estimate the tonnage, measure the area in square feet and multiply by the depth in inches, then divide by 324 to get cubic yards. A cubic yard of dry sand weighs about 1.4 tons. Use the sand calculator to get a precise figure for your project dimensions.
Ordering is simple: choose your sand product and enter the tonnage you need on the product page, then enter your shipping ZIP to see the delivered price. Gravel Monkey delivers by dump truck to your address, from 1 to over 40 tons per load. Free delivery is available on qualifying orders.
Use code FIRSTTIMER50 at checkout to get $50 off your first order. Learn more about how we work on the About Gravel Monkey page, read customer reviews, and review the full delivery information before you order.
Sand is often used alongside other bulk materials for full project needs.
Winter storms can bring rain and snow. About 42 days a year bring at least a tenth of an inch of precipitation. Scheduling the delivery onto firm ground avoids issues with wet access.
No. Ground freezing here is not a significant factor, so you do not need to adjust your order timing for frost. The deeper drainage layer recommended for the area is for water management, not for frost heave protection.
Yes, Gravel Monkey delivers to any address in the area that the truck can reach. The site needs a road width of at least 12 feet. If access is restricted, the crew will unload as close to the requested spot as they safely can.
Yes, you or someone you nominate must be at the site during the delivery window. You choose a morning or afternoon window at checkout. If nobody is there, a missed delivery or redelivery fee can apply.
Gravel Monkey delivers sand to Carrizozo by the ton, with a delivery window you choose at checkout. The delivered price is calculated for your address when you enter your ZIP. Start your order on the Carrizozo sand page and pick the product that fits your project.
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See the delivered price for your address and order sand by the ton online. Loads run from 1 to over 40 tons, with free delivery on qualifying orders.
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