Crushed Gravel ordered online by the ton. A dump truck delivers to your Matthews address and unloads right where you point.
Matthews gets about 45 inches of precipitation a year, so drainage and washout planning matter when you choose a surface material. The crushed gravel you order needs the right particle size to stay in place and shed water.
Angular stone locks together under compaction. A well-graded blend with fines creates a firm base that resists rutting and shifting under traffic.
The most-ordered crushed gravel size in Matthews is the 3/4" crushed gravel. It works for driveways, base layers, and general fill. The table below compares every size in the lineup.
| Product | Best Use | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 3/8" Crushed Gravel | Fine compacting layer | Top coat for paths and under paver stones. |
| 3/4" Crushed Gravel | The workhorse size for base and drives | Versatile for driveways, parking areas, and utility trench backfill. |
| 1" - 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel | Structural base under heavy loads | Used beneath asphalt or concrete for commercial-grade support. |
| 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel | First lift over soft subgrade | Builds a stable platform where the native ground is weak. |
| 2"-3" Crushed Gravel | Mud control and deep fill | Largest size for wet areas and building up low spots. |
The table below maps common Matthews projects to the right crushed gravel size and a typical depth. Depth depends on expected traffic and soil conditions.
| Project | What to Order | Depth or Note |
|---|---|---|
| Trench backfill | 3/4" Crushed Gravel | Compact in 6-inch lifts. |
| Compacted base | 3/4" Crushed Gravel | 4 to 6 inches after compaction. |
| Soft or muddy subgrade | 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel as first lift, then 3/4" on top | First lift 6 to 8 inches, cap with 4 inches of 3/4". |
| Farm and site access road | 3/4" Crushed Gravel | 6 to 8 inches compacted, crown for drainage. |
| Shed or slab pad | 3/8" Crushed Gravel over 3/4" base | 4 inches of 3/4" base, 2 inches of 3/8" for leveling. |
About 65 days a year drop below 32 degrees Fahrenheit in Matthews. Freeze-thaw cycles can heave an unstable base, so a well-compacted layer of angular stone is critical to keep the surface even through the winter.
Wet days total about 73 days a year with at least a tenth of an inch of rain. Scheduling delivery for firm, dry ground helps avoid the truck sinking or rutting the access path. Work can run most of the year in this climate, which makes scheduling the delivery the easy part.
Soils mapped in the Matthews area are commonly well drained. That means less base stone is needed under the surface layer compared to poorly drained clay soils. The ground around Matthews takes water in at a moderate rate, so a standard base depth is usually enough to handle runoff.
The tonnage depends on the area, the depth, and the stone size. Use our material calculators to enter your project dimensions and get an estimate in tons before you order.
You order online by the ton and get the delivered price by ZIP code at checkout. A dump truck brings the load to your Matthews address, typically 1 to 40-plus tons per order. Free delivery applies on qualifying orders. Use code FIRSTTIMER50 for $50 off your first order.
The delivery date must be at least 3 business days after the order date. You pick a window: morning 7 am to 12 pm, or afternoon 12 pm to 5 pm. A valid phone number is required, and you must be present or have someone at the site during the window. You get an email confirmation, then a second email with a photo of the material being loaded. Delivery only happens after you approve that second email.
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Yes. Soils mapped in the Matthews area are commonly well drained, which means you typically need less base stone than on heavy clay. The ground around Matthews takes water in at a moderate rate, so a standard base depth is usually adequate for most residential projects.
The minimum delivery to Matthews is 1 ton. You order by the ton, and the truck can carry up to around 20 tons per trip, depending on the material weight.
Yes. Smaller sizes like 3/8" crush have more surface area and fines, so they compact very tightly. Larger stones like 2" to 3" leave more void space and are harder to compact fully. A blend of sizes gives the best density and stability.
Crushed gravel is sold by the ton, not by the cubic yard. The weight per cubic yard varies by stone size and moisture content. Use our calculator to convert your volume to tons before ordering.
Every project needs a different volume and depth. Start with our material calculators to find the right amount, then place your order for delivery to your Matthews address.
For more information about crushed gravel delivery in Matthews, visit the Matthews hub page.
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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