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







Shelbyville gets about 58 inches of precipitation a year. That kind of rainfall means drainage and washout planning should be part of any gravel or rock project. Choosing the right size and type from the start saves rework later.
Gravel Monkey delivers bulk gravel and rock by the ton straight to your Shelbyville address. You order online, pick your delivery window, and a dump truck shows up with the load.
One product gets ordered more than any other in Shelbyville: crusher run. It compacts into a solid base that holds under driveways, patios and paths. The list below covers the full range of gravel and rock we deliver to Bedford County.
| Product | Best for | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 3/8" Natural Pea Gravel | play areas, patios | Rounded and smooth, easy on bare feet. |
| River Rock | beds, borders, dry creek beds | Smooth stones in mixed sizes for decorative cover. |
| 2-4" River Rock | larger decorative cover and erosion control | Bulkier stone stays put on slopes. |
| Drain Rock | French drains and dry wells | Clean, angular rock moves water fast. |
| Decomposed Granite | paths and patios that compact firm | Fines bind the particles into a hard surface. |
| Crusher Run | compacting base under everything | Stone dust and angular rock lock together tightly. |
| Road Base | lanes and pads that carry trucks | Heavier gradation for load-bearing surfaces. |
The table below matches five typical jobs with the right product and a typical installed depth. Depths are general guidelines; use our material calculators for exact tonnage.
| Project | What to order | Depth or note |
|---|---|---|
| Dry creek bed | 2-4" River Rock | 4 to 6 inches deep; larger stones stay visible |
| Erosion control on a slope | River Rock (mixed sizes) | 3 to 4 inches; interlocking coverage holds soil |
| French drain | Drain Rock | Fill trench completely; wrap in filter fabric |
| Path that stays firm | Decomposed Granite | 2 to 3 inches after compaction; edge restraints help |
| Landscape beds | 3/8" Natural Pea Gravel | 2 to 3 inches; weed barrier underneath recommended |
The ground around Shelbyville is mapped in hydrologic group C, which means it takes water in slowly and sheds a fair amount across the surface. That behavior makes a deeper drainage layer worthwhile under any compacted surface. A good base of crusher run or road base gives water a path out.
About 87 days a year bring at least a tenth of an inch of rain. Scheduling your delivery onto firm ground makes unloading cleaner and the truck less likely to rut the yard. Freeze and thaw cycles work on loose material all winter, which is the argument for the deeper first lift. Shelbyville sees about 79 days a year where the temperature drops below 32F, so the ground does move. A thicker base layer resists that movement.
Snowfall averages about 1 inch per year, so plowing damage to a loose surface is unlikely to be a major concern. Frost penetration here is real but moderate, and that also argues for a base layer deep enough to stay stable when the top few inches thaw and refreeze.
Tonnage depends on the area you are covering and the depth you choose. Use the material calculators on our site to get a number. Enter your project dimensions and the calculator tells you how many tons to order.
Ordering is straightforward. Pick your products on this page, enter your Shelbyville address, and select a delivery window at checkout. The delivery date must be at least 3 business days after the order date. You choose morning (7 am to 12 pm) or afternoon (12 pm to 5 pm). A valid phone number is required so the driver can confirm the drop-off spot.
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 window. The site needs a road width of at least 12 feet for the truck. If access is restricted, the crew unloads as close to the requested spot as they safely can. Use code FIRSTTIMER50 for $50 off your first order.
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Many customers order these materials on the same trip as their gravel and rock. Each one complements a different part of the job.
Yes. Shelbyville sees about 79 days a year below 32F, and those freeze-thaw cycles can shift a thin layer of gravel. A deeper base of crusher run or road base, installed at 4 to 6 inches after compaction, resists that movement and keeps the surface level.
Yes. With about 58 inches of precipitation a year, water management matters. Using drain rock in French drains and a well-compacted base of crusher run under patios and driveways gives rainwater a path away from the surface.
The driver unloads as close to the requested spot as the truck can safely reach. You agree to be available during the delivery window. If the spot is not accessible, a redelivery fee can apply. Confirm that your property can handle a heavy truck before the delivery date.
The right size depends on the job. Pea gravel works for play areas and landscape beds. River rock in 2 to 4 inch sizes holds on slopes. Crusher run compacts into a firm base. Check the product descriptions above and use the material calculators to match the size to your project.
Start your project by choosing a product and using the calculator to figure tonnage. Order online and schedule delivery to your Shelbyville address. Visit the Shelbyville hub page for more local information.
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