Buy Crushed Stone in Smithville, Tennessee

Many buyers grab the first crushed stone they see. The mistake is ignoring how water moves through the ground. Smithville gets about 57 inches of precipitation a year, so drainage planning matters when you choose your stone.

The correction is matching the stone size to the job. Fine stone packs tight for base layers, coarser stone drains fast for backfill. This page covers the crushed stone sizes available in Smithville and how to pick the right one.

Crushed Stone Sizes for Smithville Projects

Crushed stone splits into base material for supporting weight and finish material for appearance and walking surface. Here are the sizes we deliver to Smithville.

Which Crushed Stone to Order for Common Smithville Jobs

The table below pairs a project with the best crushed stone for the job. Choosing the right product saves time and avoids rework.

Local Conditions for Crushed Stone in Smithville

About 89 days a year bring at least a tenth of an inch of rain. That means scheduling your delivery onto firm ground matters. Wet soil can rut under a dump truck, so pick a window when the ground is dry enough to handle the weight.

Freezing days number about 83 a year, and ground freezing is real but moderate. Winters here are cold enough to move an unsettled base, so compaction is worth the extra pass. Snowfall averages 4 inches a year, which is not heavy but can hide a loose surface and lead to plow damage.

Soils mapped in the Smithville area are commonly moderately well drained. The ground around Smithville is in dual hydrologic group C/D. Where it is drained it takes water in slowly and sheds a fair amount across the surface; where it is not, it takes water in very slowly, so most rain runs across the surface. That means drainage and a deeper base matter more here than elsewhere. Planning your crushed stone depth around the property's specific drainage is the smart move.

How Much Crushed Stone You Need for Your Smithville Project

To estimate how many tons you need, measure the length and width of the area and the desired depth. Use our crushed stone calculator for an accurate figure. The calculator accounts for the type of stone and the compaction you plan.

Ordering Crushed Stone from Gravel Monkey in Smithville

Ordering is straightforward: pick your crushed stone, enter your ZIP code at checkout to see the delivery price, and choose a delivery window. Loads range from 1 to 40 tons or more. Free delivery applies on qualifying orders. Use code FIRSTTIMER50 for $50 off your first order.

You choose 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 delivery. You get an email confirmation when you place the order, 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 available at the site during the delivery window. The site needs a road width of at least 12 feet for the truck.

Gravel Monkey is a national aggregate broker sourcing from a network of regional suppliers. That means the exact product, size, and color can vary by region with local quarry output. For more information, see our About Gravel Monkey page, read customer reviews, and review the full delivery information.

Other Materials That Pair with Crushed Stone in Smithville

• Fill Dirt - Use it as a first lift under crushed stone to raise grade and improve drainage.
• Walkway Gravel - A decorative top layer over a compacted crushed stone base stays in place longer.
• Gravel & Rock - For a finished surface that looks different, spread it on top of a crushed stone sub-base.
• Crushed Gravel - A similar material with a different feel; often used as a more affordable base alternative.
• Driveway Gravel - A topcoat gravel that binds with the underlying crushed stone for a firm driving surface.
• Crushed Concrete - Recycled material that works as a budget base layer under new crushed stone.

Frequently Asked Questions About Crushed Stone in Smithville

What is the smallest load of crushed stone you deliver to Smithville?

The smallest load we deliver is 1 ton. Because Smithville has about 89 wet days a year, many customers order smaller loads to time deliveries with dry spells.

Does the soil around Smithville change how much crushed stone I need?

Yes. Soils mapped in the Smithville area are commonly moderately well drained, but the ground is in dual hydrologic group C/D. Where drainage is slow, you may need a thicker base layer to keep water from softening the sub-base. Use our crushed stone calculator to adjust depth for your site.

What size crushed stone should I choose?

Choose the size based on the job. For a compact base under a driveway or concrete slab, 3/4" or #57 crushed stone works well. For paver bedding or tight fill, use 3/8" or #10 screenings. French drains and pipe backfill call for #57 or #67 stone to keep water flowing.

Do you deliver to rural addresses outside the city limits?

Yes, we deliver to rural addresses in DeKalb County and surrounding areas. The site just needs a road width of at least 12 feet for the truck. At checkout you enter the delivery address, and the price adjusts by ZIP code.

Start Your Smithville Crushed Stone Project

Now you know the sizes and the right product for your job. Ordering online by the ton is simple, and the truck delivers the crushed stone straight to your address. Visit the Smithville hub page to begin or to check coverage in your area.

Gravel Monkey also delivers crushed stone to nearby towns:

• Woodbury
• Gordonsville
• Baxter
• McMinnville
• Sparta
• Watertown
• South Carthage
• Cookeville
• Carthage
• Spencer