Buy Crushed Gravel in Jacksonville, Texas

The price you see for crushed gravel includes the material and the cost to get it to your job site in Jacksonville. Delivered pricing by the ton means you only pay for what lands on your ground.

Jacksonville gets about 48 inches of precipitation a year, which makes drainage and washout planning part of any gravel project. Accounting for water movement in the base layer helps the surface hold up over time.

Crushed Gravel Products Available in Jacksonville

Not every crushed gravel size fits every job. Each product in this table handles a specific load range and compaction characteristic, and each has limits you should know.

Selecting the Right Crushed Gravel for Your Project

Match the project surface type to the right crushed gravel product for load bearing and compaction. The table below links each common Jacksonville job with the recommended grade and depth.

Jacksonville Climate and Ground Conditions for Crushed Gravel

Jacksonville's climate directly affects crushed gravel performance. The city gets about 48 inches of precipitation a year, so drainage and washout planning are essential. About 63 days a year bring at least a tenth of an inch of rain, which means schedule the delivery onto firm ground. Snowfall is about zero inches a year, so plowing damage to a loose surface is not a concern here.

About 29 days a year drop below 32F, and freeze and thaw cycles work on loose material all winter, which is the argument for the deeper first lift. Frost penetration in the ground here is real but moderate, which influences how deep the base layer needs to be to stay stable. Applying a thicker first lift of 1 1/2" or 2"-3" crushed gravel helps counteract frost movement.

Soils mapped in the Jacksonville area are commonly well drained, which means less base stone may be needed under the surface layer compared to areas with poor drainage. The ground around Jacksonville takes water in at a moderate rate, so standard base depth is usually enough for most projects. Cherokee County permitted about 21 single-family homes in 2024, and many of those projects included gravel drives and pads built on this soil type.

Estimating How Much Crushed Gravel You Need

To figure out how many tons of crushed gravel your project requires, measure the area in square feet and decide on the compacted depth. Use the material calculators linked below to convert those numbers into tons. The calculator helps you avoid ordering too much or too little material for your Jacksonville job. Crushed gravel is sold by the ton, so an accurate estimate keeps your budget on track and ensures you have enough for both the base and surface layers.

Ordering Crushed Gravel from Gravel Monkey

Ordering crushed gravel from Gravel Monkey starts with choosing your product and quantity online. Delivery is priced by your ZIP code at checkout, and the material arrives in a dump truck at your address. Loads range from 1 to 40-plus tons.

Use the code FIRSTTIMER50 at checkout for $50 off your first order. The delivery date must be at least 3 business days after the order date. You choose a morning window (7 am to 12 pm) or afternoon window (12 pm to 5 pm). A valid phone number is required to confirm 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 available during the delivery window.

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Other Materials That Pair with Crushed Gravel

• Fill Dirt, Use fill dirt as a base layer under crushed gravel for improved load support.
• Gravel & Rock, Gravel and rock products can top a crushed gravel base for a different aesthetic.
• Walkway Gravel, Walkway gravel provides a smaller, cleaner surface for paths over a crushed gravel subbase.
• Crushed Stone, Crushed stone works well as a base material where heavy loads require extra stability.
• Driveway Gravel, Driveway gravel is designed specifically for vehicle traffic over a crushed gravel foundation.
• Crushed Concrete, Crushed concrete offers an economical alternative for base layers under crushed gravel.

Frequently Asked Questions About Crushed Gravel in Jacksonville

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

The tonnage depends on your project dimensions and depth. Soils mapped in the Jacksonville area are commonly well drained, which can affect how much base you need under the surface. Use our material calculators to get an accurate estimate.

Do you deliver crushed gravel to Jacksonville and the surrounding area?

Yes, Gravel Monkey delivers crushed gravel to Jacksonville and many nearby towns. With about 29 freezing days a year in Jacksonville, scheduling your delivery before the ground freezes helps with compaction and base stability.

What is this material not suitable for?

Crushed gravel is not suitable for decorative surface applications where a rounded, smooth look is desired. It also should not be used as a final wear surface for heavy equipment traffic without a proper compacted base.

How is the delivery price calculated?

The delivery price is calculated based on your ZIP code at checkout. It includes the cost of transporting the material from our network of regional suppliers to your address. The exact amount depends on distance and load size.

Get a Delivered Price for Crushed Gravel in Jacksonville

Visit the Jacksonville hub page to order crushed gravel delivered to your site. Enter your project details at checkout for a delivered price to your address.

Gravel Monkey also delivers crushed gravel to nearby towns.

• Rusk
• Bullard
• Troup
• Frankston
• Whitehouse
• Arp
• Alto
• Tyler
• Palestine
• Chandler