Crushed Gravel ordered online by the ton. A dump truck delivers to your Clayton address and unloads right where you point.
Crushed gravel comes in several sizes in the Clayton market, and the right one depends on how the base will be loaded and what it sits on. The fines content changes from a paver-ready surface at the small end to clean drainage rock at the big end.
Clayton gets about 17 inches of precipitation a year, so washout planning and drainage layer depth matter more than in drier parts of the state.
The 3/4" crushed gravel is the most ordered size for Clayton drive and base work. The full size list covers everything from a fine wearing surface to deep structural fill.
| Product | Best use | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 3/8" Crushed Gravel | Fine compacting layer | Works as a top dressing or under pavers where a smooth finish is needed. |
| 3/4" Crushed Gravel | The workhorse size for base and drives | Holds up under repeated traffic and compacts to a firm, stable surface. |
| 1" - 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel | Structural base under heavy loads | Handles truck traffic and equipment without shifting under the surface. |
| 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel | First lift over soft subgrade | Bridges weak spots before a finer topping is placed over it. |
| 2"-3" Crushed Gravel | Mud control and deep fill | Keeps equipment from sinking in wet areas where a tighter material would push in. |
Match the project to the product and depth. These are the combinations that get ordered most often for Union County sites.
| Project | What to order | Depth or note |
|---|---|---|
| Farm and site access road | 3/4" Crushed Gravel | 4 to 6 inches compacted in two lifts |
| Compacted base | 3/4" Crushed Gravel or 1" - 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel | 6 inches for light traffic, 8 to 10 for heavy |
| Shed or slab pad | 3/8" Crushed Gravel over 3/4" Crushed Gravel | 2 inches of 3/8" over 4 inches of base |
| Trench backfill | 1" - 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel | Fill in 6-inch lifts with compaction between |
| Soft or muddy subgrade | 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel or 2"-3" Crushed Gravel | 8 to 12 inches, depending on how soft it is |
About 141 days a year drop below 32F in Clayton. Freeze and thaw cycles work on loose material all winter, which is the argument for the deeper first lift. The ground heaves a little each cycle, so a compacted base that is thick enough to stay put through the freeze-thaw season saves callbacks in the spring.
About 36 days a year bring at least a tenth of an inch of rain. That does not sound like many wet days, but scheduling the delivery onto firm ground still matters. A truck dropping 18 tons of crushed gravel onto mud creates a rut before the load is off the bed. Wait for a dry stretch or lay down a sacrificial lift of 2"-3" material to get the truck in.
The ground around Clayton is in hydrologic group C, which means it takes water in slowly and sheds a fair amount across the surface. A deeper drainage layer earns its place here, especially under a slab or a low spot where water collects. About 19 inches of snow a year adds plowing damage to a loose surface, so a top lift that locks together keeps the snow blade from digging into the gravel.
Figure the cubic yards from the area and compacted depth, then convert to tons. The conversion changes with the size and the moisture content. Use the material calculators on the site to get a tonnage estimate before you order, then round up for compaction loss.
Order online by the ton, pick your delivery window, and see the delivered price by ZIP at checkout before you commit. Gravel Monkey is a national aggregate broker sourcing from a regional supplier network, so the exact product comes from a local quarry and arrives by dump truck to your address. Loads run from 1 to 40-plus tons, and free delivery applies on qualifying orders. Use code FIRSTTIMER50 for $50 off a first order.
The delivery date must be at least 3 business days out. You choose a morning window, 7 am to 12 pm, or an afternoon window, 12 pm to 5 pm. A valid phone number is required, and you get an email confirmation when the order is placed and a second one closer to the date with the scheduled window and a photo of the material being loaded. Delivery goes ahead only once you approve that second email. You or someone you nominate must be at the site during the window. The site needs at least 12 feet of road width for the truck. If access is restricted, the crew unloads as close to the requested spot as they safely can.
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These materials get ordered on the same ticket as crushed gravel for jobs around Union County.
The delivered price depends on the size you order, the tonnage, and your ZIP code. You see the full price at checkout before you commit to the order. Clayton gets about 17 inches of precipitation a year, which influences the drainage layer depth and the total material you need, but the price per ton is quoted per delivery address.
Yes, the ground around Clayton is in hydrologic group C, which means it takes water in slowly and sheds a fair amount across the surface. That behavior pushes the base depth higher than it would be on a fast-draining soil. About 141 days a year below 32F also add freeze-thaw movement that a thicker base resists better than a thin one.
The smaller sizes, like 3/8" crushed gravel, have more fines and compact to a smooth, tight surface. The larger sizes, like 2"-3" crushed gravel, have less fines and drain freely while bridging soft ground. The 3/4" size sits in the middle as the general-purpose base material.
Yes, a contractor can place the order in their name or the customer's name. The delivery address, phone number, and site access details must be accurate either way. Someone must be present at the site during the chosen delivery window to approve the load and direct the driver.
Enter your ZIP code at checkout on the Clayton hub page to see the delivered price for any crushed gravel size. No need to call, no obligation to buy until you submit the order.
See the delivered price for your address and order crushed gravel by the ton online. Loads run from 1 to over 40 tons, with free delivery on qualifying orders.
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