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






The most common mistake buyers make with driveway gravel is picking a surface stone without thinking about what goes underneath. A thin layer of pretty rock on soft ground will rut, wash out and need redoing in a season.
The correction is to plan the full depth: a coarse base to bear the load and a finer top for looks and comfort. Orderville gets about 17 inches of precipitation a year, so drainage matters as much as appearance.
For a durable driveway you need both base material and a finish layer. The products below cover every part of the job, from the first lift to the final dressing.
| Product | Use | Note |
| Driveway Gravel | General driveway top layer | A blended mix that works for most residential drives. |
| 3/8" Driveway Gravel | Smooth top dressing, comfortable underfoot | Ideal for walking paths or a tight, clean surface. |
| 3/4" Driveway Gravel | The standard driveway size, locks together well | Best balance of drainage and stability for daily use. |
| 1"-1 1/2" Driveway Gravel | Heavier traffic and soft ground | Handles trucks and equipment without shifting. |
| 1 1/2" Driveway Gravel | Deep base layer under a finer top | Provides the structural foundation for paved or gravel surfaces. |
| 2"-3" Driveway Gravel | Rural lanes, mud control, first lift | Large stone that locks into wet ground to form a solid mat. |
Some jobs call for a quick fix, others for a permanent driveway that lasts years. Choosing the right product up front saves time and money.
| Project | What to order | Depth or note |
| Parking pad | 3/4" Driveway Gravel on top of 1 1/2" Driveway Gravel base | 4 to 6 inches total; compact each layer. |
| Resurfacing an existing driveway | 3/8" Driveway Gravel or Driveway Gravel | Apply 2 inches and compact to renew the surface. |
| New driveway base | 1 1/2" Driveway Gravel, capped with 3/4" Driveway Gravel | Base 4 inches, top 2 inches for a stable drive. |
| Culvert and shoulder repair | 2"-3" Driveway Gravel | Fills deep ruts and stabilizes edges against water flow. |
| Muddy rural lane | 2"-3" Driveway Gravel as first lift, then 1"-1 1/2" Driveway Gravel | Large stone locks into mud; smaller top layer locks over it. |
Kane County permitted about 196 single-family homes in 2024, so many new properties in the area need a working driveway from day one. Orderville itself sits in a landscape where knowing the local climate and soil helps you build a driveway that lasts.
The area gets about 17 inches of precipitation a year. That is modest, but about 43 days a year bring at least a tenth of an inch of rain, so scheduling a delivery onto firm ground matters. About 121 days a year drop below 32 degrees Fahrenheit. Winters here are cold enough to move an unsettled base, so compaction is worth the extra pass. Snowfall runs about 12 inches a year, and plowing can damage a loose surface. Ground freezing is real but moderate, which affects how deep the base needs to be.
Soils mapped in the Orderville area are commonly well drained. That means you may need less base stone under the surface layer than in clay areas. The ground around Orderville takes water in at a moderate rate, so a standard base depth is usually enough for drainage.
Driveway gravel is sold by the ton. The amount depends on the area of your driveway, the depth of each layer, and the stone size. Rather than guessing, use our driveway gravel calculator to get a number that fits your Orderville project dimensions.
Gravel Monkey delivers driveway gravel directly to your property. There is no local yard to visit. Order online by the ton, and at checkout the delivery price is calculated for your ZIP code. A dump truck brings the load to your address, typically in loads of 1 to over 40 tons. Free delivery is available on qualifying orders. Use the code FIRSTTIMER50 for $50 off your first order.
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Delivery cost is calculated by ZIP code at checkout. Since Orderville gets about 17 inches of precipitation a year, you may need less base material than in wetter regions, which can reduce total tonnage and the delivery fee.
That depends on the area and depth. Because soils in the Orderville area are commonly well drained, the base layer may be thinner than on clay soils, which affects the total tonnage. Use our driveway gravel calculator to get an accurate estimate.
Yes, first-time customers can use the code FIRSTTIMER50 to get $50 off their order.
Yes, you or someone you nominate must be present during the delivery window. If no one is available, a redelivery fee may apply.
Ordering is straightforward: choose your product, enter the tonnage, and pick a delivery date at least 3 business days out. The truck comes to your address with the material you selected. Visit the Orderville hub to start your order.
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See the delivered price for your address and order driveway gravel by the ton online. Loads run from 1 to over 40 tons, with free delivery on qualifying orders.
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