Crushed Gravel ordered online by the ton. A dump truck delivers to your Amelia address and unloads right where you point.
Crushed gravel looks like crushed stone but is not the same material. Both are crushed and angular, but crushed gravel comes from natural gravel deposits, not quarried rock. That difference matters for compaction, drainage, and how the base behaves under a load.
Soils mapped in the Amelia area are commonly moderately well drained, which means you may need more base stone under the surface layer to keep the finished grade stable. About 46 inches of precipitation a year makes drainage planning important.
Each size of crushed gravel suits a different part of the job. The finest material is for compacting and leveling; the coarsest is for mud control and deep fill. Order what fits your subgrade and the traffic it will carry.
| Product | Best for | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 3/8" Crushed Gravel | Fine compacting layer | Use as a top dressing or base for pavers, not for heavy vehicle traffic. |
| 3/4" Crushed Gravel | The workhorse size for base and drives | Handles cars and light trucks well with proper compaction. |
| 1" - 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel | Structural base under heavy loads | Needs a finer cap for a smooth driving surface. |
| 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel | First lift over soft subgrade | Bridges weak spots before adding a smaller top layer. |
| 2"-3" Crushed Gravel | Mud control and deep fill | Not suitable for a finished driving surface without a wearing course. |
The table below matches typical projects to the right crushed gravel size and the depth you should plan for.
| Project | What to order | Depth or note |
|---|---|---|
| Soft or muddy subgrade | 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel | 6 to 8 inches as a bridging layer |
| Farm and site access road | 3/4" Crushed Gravel | 4 to 6 inches after compaction |
| Trench backfill | 3/4" Crushed Gravel | Layer thickness varies with trench width |
| Shed or slab pad | 3/8" Crushed Gravel | 2 to 3 inches, compacted |
| Compacted base | 1" - 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel | 4 inches minimum, then top with 3/4" |
The soil around Amelia is in hydrologic group D, which means the ground takes water in very slowly. Most rain runs across the surface, so drainage and a deeper base matter more here than elsewhere. That is why a good base thickness is critical for anything that needs to stay stable year after year.
About 81 days a year bring at least a tenth of an inch of rain. Scheduling the delivery onto firm ground is easier when you pick a dry stretch. The area also gets about 16 inches of snow a year, and plowing can damage a loose surface if the gravel is not compacted well.
Freeze and thaw cycles work on loose material all winter, which is the argument for the deeper first lift. About 102 days a year drop below 32F. Ground freezing here is real but moderate, so plan the base depth to resist the frost heave that can shift an inadequately supported surface.
Calculate your tonnage by multiplying the length, width, and depth of the area, then converting cubic feet into tons based on the specific weight of crushed gravel. Use the Gravel Monkey material calculators to get a quick estimate for any size of project. The calculators let you adjust depth and area to match your planned job.
Order online by the ton, and the delivery price is calculated by your ZIP code at checkout. A dump truck brings the load to your address. Loads range from 1 to 40+ tons. Free delivery is available on qualifying orders, and use code FIRSTTIMER50 for $50 off a first order.
The delivery date you choose at checkout must be at least 3 business days after the order date. You pick a morning window (7 am to 12 pm) or an afternoon window (12 pm to 5 pm). A valid phone number is required to confirm the delivery. You get an email confirmation when the order is placed, 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. You or someone you nominate must be at the site during the delivery window. The site needs a road width of at least 12 feet for the truck.
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Yes. Amelia gets about 46 inches of precipitation a year, and the soil in hydrologic group D takes water in very slowly, so most rain runs across the surface. That combination makes washout a real risk for any loose gravel surface that is not properly sloped and compacted.
Yes, they can. About 102 days a year drop below 32F, and the area gets about 16 inches of snow a year. Freeze and thaw cycles can make the ground soft, so the delivery needs to happen on firm ground. Plowing can also damage a loose surface if the gravel is not well compacted.
The driver dumps the load as close to the requested spot as is safe, given the site conditions and truck access. You agree to be available or have someone at the site during the delivery window to show the driver where to go.
The delivery price is calculated at checkout based on your ZIP code and the tonnage ordered. The price includes the material and the delivery to your address. There is no pickup option because Gravel Monkey delivers only by truck to your site.
Enter your address on the Amelia city page to see the delivered price for the crushed gravel size you need. The checkout process shows the total cost before you commit to an order.
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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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