Gravel & Rock ordered online by the ton. A dump truck delivers to your Alliance address and unloads right where you point.







Gravel Monkey delivers gravel and rock to your Alliance address by dump truck. You choose the drop spot, and the driver places the load where you mark. Ground around Alliance is in hydrologic group D, which means it takes water in very slowly, so most rain runs across the surface. That makes drainage and a deeper base more important here than in other areas.
The truck pulls up, tilts the bed, and you have a pile of material ready to spread. No yard to visit, no pickup needed. Order online by the ton, and the price shows up at checkout based on your ZIP.
Gravel and rock for Alliance jobs split into two groups: base materials that compact into a firm layer and finish materials that stay loose for looks or drainage. The table below lists each product, what it does, and one key note.
| Product | Best for | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 3/8" Natural Pea Gravel | Play areas, patios | Rounded and smooth, comfortable underfoot and easy to walk on. |
| River Rock | Beds, borders, dry creek beds | Natural rounded stone in mixed sizes, good for decorative cover. |
| 2-4" River Rock | Larger decorative cover, erosion control | Bigger pieces stay put on slopes and hold their place in heavy rain. |
| Drain Rock | French drains and dry wells | Clean, angular rock that lets water pass through without clogging. |
| Decomposed Granite | Paths and patios that compact firm | Fines bind the particles, creating a hard surface that drains. |
| Crusher Run | Compacting base under everything | A mix of stone and dust that locks together when compacted. |
| Road Base | Lanes and pads that carry trucks | Heavy-duty blend designed for vehicle traffic and stable surfaces. |
For a short-term fix, a single load of loose material may work. For a permanent installation, invest in a compacted base and a top layer that matches the use. The table below lists five common Alliance projects with the recommended product and depth.
| Project | What to order | Depth or note |
|---|---|---|
| Dry creek bed | River Rock | 3 to 4 inches of mixed sizes; larger rocks on the bottom. |
| Path that stays firm | Decomposed Granite | 2 to 3 inches compacted in lifts; wet and roll each layer. |
| Landscape beds | River Rock or 2-4" River Rock | 2 to 3 inches for weed suppression; thicker for slopes. |
| French drain | Drain Rock | Fill the trench with clean rock; wrap in fabric to keep soil out. |
| Erosion control on a slope | 2-4" River Rock | 4 to 6 inches; larger rock stays in place during runoff. |
Alliance gets about 42 inches of precipitation a year. That much rain means drainage and washout planning are part of every gravel job. The ground here takes water in very slowly because of the local soil type, so most of that rain runs across the surface. A deeper base of crusher run or road base keeps the top layer from shifting.
About 89 days a year bring at least a tenth of an inch of rain. Scheduling delivery onto firm ground matters because wet soil can rut under the dump truck. Winters here are cold enough to move an unsettled base, so compaction is worth the extra pass. With about 126 days dropping below 32F and about 45 inches of snow annually, plowing can damage a loose surface. A compacted top layer resists that wear.
Frost penetration is moderate, so the base layer does not need to be as deep as in colder regions. Still, proper compaction before the ground freezes prevents heaving.
Gravel and rock are sold by the ton. To find the right amount, measure the area you want to cover and the depth you plan to use. A cubic yard of most gravel weighs about 1.4 tons. Use our material calculators to enter your dimensions and get a tonnage estimate for any product.
Order online by the ton. The delivered price shows at checkout based on your ZIP code. A dump truck brings 1 to 40+ tons to your address in a single load. Free delivery is available on qualifying orders. Use code FIRSTTIMER50 for $50 off your first order. You choose a delivery window at checkout: morning, 7 am to 12 pm, or afternoon, 12 pm to 5 pm. The date must be at least 3 business days after the order date. A valid phone number is required to confirm the delivery. You get an email confirmation, then a second email closer to the date with the scheduled window and a photo of the material being loaded. Delivery only goes ahead once you approve that second email. Someone must be at the site during the delivery window. The site needs a road width of at least 12 feet for the truck. Learn more on our About Gravel Monkey, customer reviews, and delivery information pages.
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Yes. Alliance has about 126 days a year below 32F. That much freezing can heave an unsettled base, so compacting before the ground freezes is important. Order in late summer or early fall to install before the cold sets in, or wait until spring when the ground thaws.
Yes. About 45 inches of snow falls each year, and the dump truck needs firm ground to reach the drop spot. Plowing can also damage a loose gravel surface if it is not compacted. Schedule delivery on a day when the ground is dry and firm, and clear the access path of snow beforehand.
Yes. Gravel Monkey delivers to any address in northeast Ohio, including rural routes and farm lanes. The truck needs a road width of at least 12 feet and enough turning radius. If access is tight, the crew unloads as close to the requested spot as they safely can.
Size depends on use. For a compacted base under patios or driveways, use crusher run or road base. For decorative beds, river rock in 1 to 3 inch sizes works well. For paths that stay firm, decomposed granite is a good choice. Drain rock in 3/4 to 1-1/2 inch sizes is best for French drains.
Order online, and a dump truck brings your material to the spot you mark. No yard to visit, no rental truck needed. Start by choosing a product, then enter your ZIP for the delivered price. Visit the Alliance, Ohio hub to see all materials available in your area.
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