Buy Crushed Stone in Madison, South Dakota

Most driveway and base projects in the Madison area take between 8 and 20 tons of crushed stone. That number changes with every job, but it gives you a starting point. Madison gets about 27 inches of precipitation a year, which means drainage planning matters for any ground-level install.

The right crushed stone size depends on what the layer needs to do. Base stone carries a load and drains. Smaller chips lock into joints. The sections below walk through the choices.

Crushed stone sizes available for Madison deliveries

Match the stone to the work. Finer grades fill and level. Coarse grades build structure and move water. Every option arrives by dump truck to your address.

Which crushed stone to order for common Madison-area projects

Each project puts different demands on the stone. The table below matches the job to the right product.

Local conditions that affect your crushed stone job in Madison

Spring thaw is the wet part of the year for driveways, and it is when a thin base shows up as ruts. Madison sees about 53 days a year with at least a tenth of an inch of rain, so scheduling the delivery onto firm ground avoids a truck bogging down. About 169 days a year drop below 32F, which narrows the work window for spreading and compacting stone.

Snowfall runs about 38 inches a year. Plowing a loose stone surface can push material into the yard, so a stable base and a top course that locks reduces maintenance. Ground freezing here is deep and long, which means the base layer under a driveway or slab needs extra depth to stay stable through the freeze-thaw cycle.

Soils mapped in the Madison area are commonly well drained. That is good for a standard crushed stone base because water moves through without pooling. The ground around Madison takes water in at a moderate rate, so standard base depths are usually enough. Your own soil may differ, so check it before ordering.

How much crushed stone you need for your Madison project

Volume depends on the area and the depth you plan to install. Multiply length by width by depth in feet, then divide by the cubic yards per ton for the specific size. Use the crushed stone calculator on this site to get a tonnage estimate in seconds.

Ordering crushed stone from Gravel Monkey in Madison

Buy online by the ton. The delivered price shows at checkout after you enter your Madison zip code. A dump truck brings 1 to 40-plus tons to your driveway or job site. Free delivery applies on qualifying orders, and first-time customers can use code FIRSTTIMER50 for $50 off.

You choose your delivery window at checkout: morning 7 am to 12 pm or afternoon 12 pm to 5 pm. The order must be at least 3 business days out. 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 window.

Read more about how the process works on the Delivery information page. Check about Gravel Monkey for the company story and customer reviews for feedback from other buyers.

Other materials that pair with crushed stone in Madison

Crushed stone works for many jobs, but sometimes you need a companion material. Below are options that solve common failure modes.

• Mulch, Covers the surface after stone borders to suppress weeds and retain moisture.
• Sand, Provides a leveling bed under stone or pavers where drainage is less critical.
• Gravel & Rock, For decorative finishes where angular crushed stone is not the look you want.
• Crushed Gravel, Similar angular shape to crushed stone but from a different parent rock and grading.
• Driveway Gravel, A blend that includes fines for a tighter surface that ruts less.
• Crushed Concrete, A recycled alternative that compacts hard and works well for base layers.

Frequently asked questions about crushed stone in Madison

Do you deliver crushed stone to Madison and the surrounding area?

Yes. Gravel Monkey delivers crushed stone to any address in and around Madison. Madison gets about 27 inches of precipitation a year, so we recommend ordering a size that drains well for ground-level projects. Enter your zip code at checkout to confirm coverage.

How many tons of crushed stone do I need for my project?

The tonnage depends on the area and depth. For a typical driveway base, 6 inches of crushed stone over a 12-by-40-foot area takes about 13 tons. In 2024 Lake County permitted about 28 single-family homes, so new construction projects in the county often order 20 to 30 tons for a full driveway and apron.

Do you deliver to a job site with no one on it?

No. Someone must be present at the site during the delivery window to direct the driver and accept the load. If no one is there, a missed delivery fee can apply and the order is not refunded. You can nominate a neighbor or contractor to be on site.

How far in advance should I order?

Orders must be placed at least 3 business days before the delivery date. You choose the date at checkout. Ordering a week or more ahead increases the chance of getting your preferred window, especially during spring and fall when demand is higher.

Crushed stone delivered to your Madison address

Ordering from Gravel Monkey means you get the crushed stone you need without running a truck to a yard. The material arrives on a dump truck at the time you pick. To see the full selection and check availability, visit the Madison materials hub.

Crushed stone is also available for delivery to nearby communities.

• Dell Rapids
• Volga
• Salem
• Baltic
• Flandreau
• Brookings
• Hartford
• Aurora
• Crooks
• De Smet