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







Pontotoc County covers a wide area around Ada, and properties here often use gravel and rock for driveways, paths, and drainage. Ada gets about 43 inches of precipitation a year, which makes drainage and washout planning an important part of any project.
Gravel Monkey delivers bulk gravel and rock by the ton to Ada addresses. You order online, and the truck comes to your location.
Ada projects use gravel and rock in sizes from small pea gravel to large river rock. The right choice depends on whether you need drainage, a stable base, or a decorative surface.
| Product | Best for | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 3/8" Natural Pea Gravel | Play areas, patios | Smooth, rounded pebbles that do not compact. Good for soft surfaces. |
| River Rock | Beds, borders, dry creek beds | Smooth, natural stone available in several sizes for decorative use. |
| 2-4" River Rock | Larger decorative cover and erosion control | Bigger stones hold in place on slopes and along drainage channels. |
| Drain Rock | French drains and dry wells | Clean, angular stone that lets water pass through quickly. |
| Decomposed Granite | Paths and patios that compact firm | Crushed granite that packs into a solid, permeable surface. |
| Crusher Run | Compacting base under everything | Mixture of stone dust and angular rock that compacts into a firm bed. |
| Road Base | Lanes and pads that carry trucks | Coarse material with fines that locks together under heavy loads. |
Different tasks call for different materials. This table matches common Ada projects with the gravel or rock that works best.
| Project | What to order | Depth or note |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape beds | River Rock | 2 to 3 inches deep for a clean weed barrier. |
| French drain | Drain Rock | Fill trench with 6 to 12 inches of clean rock. |
| Dry creek bed | 2-4" River Rock | Layer 3 to 4 inches deep for a natural look. |
| Path that stays firm | Decomposed Granite | Compact 3 to 4 inches over a crusher run base. |
| Erosion control on a slope | 2-4" River Rock | Cover slope with 4 to 6 inches of large rock. |
Ada's climate affects how you plan a gravel project. The city gets about 43 inches of precipitation a year, so drainage and washout are real concerns. About 59 days a year bring at least a tenth of an inch of rain, which can make scheduling delivery onto firm ground important.
Winters bring about 72 days below 32F. The ground freeze is moderate but real, which matters for how deep you need to set the base layer. Winters here are cold enough to move an unsettled base, so compaction is worth the extra pass.
Another factor is how water behaves in the ground around Ada. Soils in this area take water in very slowly, so most rain runs across the surface. That means drainage work and a deeper base matter more here than they would in other regions.
To figure out the right amount of gravel or rock for your project, use our material calculators. Enter the area dimensions and the depth you plan to use, and the calculator gives a tonnage estimate.
You order gravel and rock for Ada by the ton on the Gravel Monkey website. At checkout, the delivery price is calculated by your ZIP code. The truck brings the load to your address and drops it where you mark. Loads start at one ton and can go over 40 tons. Orders over a certain weight qualify for free delivery. New customers can use code FIRSTTIMER50 for $50 off a first order. The delivery date must be at least 3 business days after you place the order, and you choose a morning or afternoon window. A valid phone number is required for confirmation. You get an email confirmation, then a second email closer to the date with the scheduled window and a photo of the load. Delivery goes ahead only after you approve that second email. You or someone you nominate must be at the site during the window. Gravel Monkey is a national aggregate broker, so the exact product, size and color can vary by local quarry output. For more on how delivery works, see the delivery information page. You can also read customer reviews and learn about Gravel Monkey.
Gravel and rock handle the heavy work, but other bulk materials can complete the job. These materials work well alongside gravel and rock for Ada projects.
Yes, Ada has about 72 days a year below 32F. The ground freezes moderately, which can unsettle a shallow base. Using crusher run or road base compacted well helps the surface resist freeze-thaw movement.
Ada gets about 43 inches of precipitation a year, and more than 50 days with measurable rain. Drainage is a real factor. Drain rock or river rock work well in wet areas because they let water move through the stone.
Smaller materials like 3/8" pea gravel are rounded and do not compact, making them good for play areas and decorative beds. Larger rock such as 2-4" river rock holds in place on slopes. Crushed materials like decomposed granite compact firm for paths and patios.
Yes, Gravel Monkey delivers to rural addresses around Ada. At checkout, your ZIP code determines if delivery is available. The truck needs a road width of at least 12 feet to access the site.
Gravel Monkey serves Ada and the surrounding area with bulk gravel and rock delivered to your property. If you have a project in Ada, order online and schedule a delivery window that works for you.
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