Crushed Gravel ordered online by the ton. A dump truck delivers to your Lakewood address and unloads right where you point.
The delivered price of crushed gravel depends on where you are, how much you order, and what size you need. Lakewood gets about 43 inches of precipitation a year, so drainage planning matters for any gravel project. Getting the right size the first time saves you from having to rework a wet base.
Ordering by the ton through Gravel Monkey lets you pick exactly what you need. The material comes by dump truck to your address, and the total shows up at checkout by ZIP code. Loads run from one ton to over 40 tons, so you can order for a small pad or a large access road.
Each crushed gravel size suits different jobs, and the wrong choice means poor compaction or a surface that shifts under load. Not every size works for every project, and knowing which ones to skip saves you time and money. The five sizes Gravel Monkey delivers to Lakewood cover everything from a fine compacting layer to deep fill for muddy ground. A 3/8-inch crushed gravel, for instance, works well as a top layer but will not bridge soft subgrade.
| Product | Best for | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 3/8" Crushed Gravel | Fine compacting layer | Not suitable for base work under heavy loads |
| 3/4" Crushed Gravel | The workhorse size for base and drives | Handles most residential and light commercial jobs |
| 1" - 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel | Structural base under heavy loads | Used under pavement and large equipment areas |
| 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel | First lift over soft subgrade | Bridges soft ground before a finer surface goes on |
| 2"-3" Crushed Gravel | Mud control and deep fill | For wet sites where smaller stone would sink |
The table below matches common projects to the crushed gravel size that works best. Each entry assumes a typical application and standard ground conditions. If your site has soft soil or poor drainage, you may need a larger first lift.
| Project | What to order | Depth or note |
|---|---|---|
| Shed or slab pad | 3/4" Crushed Gravel | Compacted in lifts for a stable base |
| Trench backfill | 3/4" Crushed Gravel | Locks together when compacted |
| Compacted base | 1" - 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel | Structural layer for drives and pavement |
| Farm and site access road | 3/4" Crushed Gravel | Surface course that handles traffic |
| Soft or muddy subgrade | 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel | First lift that bridges unstable ground |
Soils mapped in the Lakewood area are commonly somewhat excessively drained. That means water moves through the ground quickly, and you may need more base stone under the surface layer to keep it stable. The ground around Lakewood is in hydrologic group A, which soaks water up quickly and produces little runoff. This means less drainage stone is needed under the surface compared to tighter soils.
Lakewood gets about 43 inches of precipitation a year, so washout and drainage planning matter for any gravel surface. About 105 days a year bring at least a tenth of an inch of rain. Scheduling the delivery onto firm ground is easier in the drier months when the ground has time to dry between storms.
About 27 days a year drop below 32 degrees Fahrenheit. That limits the work window in winter because frozen ground does not compact well. Ground freezing here is not a significant factor, so the base layer depth is not driven by frost. That keeps your base costs lower than in colder regions. Frost is not the constraint here, so the calendar is driven by rain and by how wet the ground is.
Crushed gravel is sold by the ton, and the amount you need depends on the area you are covering and the depth of the layer. Depth requirements change with the base conditions and the type of project. The best way to get an accurate number is to use the material calculators on the Gravel Monkey site, which let you enter your dimensions and see the tonnage. No two jobs are the same, so measuring your space and running the numbers is the only reliable approach.
Buying crushed gravel from Gravel Monkey is straightforward. You order online by the ton, and delivery is priced by ZIP code at checkout. Loads run from one ton to over 40 tons, and free delivery is available on qualifying orders. Use 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 pick a window at checkout, morning from 7 am to 12 pm or afternoon from 12 pm to 5 pm. You get a confirmation email when you order, then a second email with the window and a photo of the load. Delivery 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. Find more on the delivery information page, read customer reviews, and learn about Gravel Monkey.
Loads run from one ton to over 40 tons, and the amount you need depends on the area you are covering and the depth of the layer. Use the material calculators on the Gravel Monkey site to enter your dimensions and get the tonnage. Measuring your space first gives you the most accurate number.
Yes, Gravel Monkey delivers crushed gravel to Lakewood and many nearby locations by dump truck. The delivery date you choose at checkout must be at least 3 business days after the order date. You pick a morning or afternoon window, and you must approve a second email before the truck rolls.
The 3/4-inch crushed gravel is the most common size for general use. It works for driveways, base layers, trench backfill, and site access roads. Most residential and light commercial jobs start with this size.
You choose a delivery date at checkout that is at least 3 business days out. You also pick a window, morning or afternoon. You get a confirmation email when the order is placed, then a second email closer to the date with the window and a photo of the load. Delivery goes ahead only after you approve that second email.
Whether you are building a shed pad, a driveway, or a site access road, crushed gravel from Gravel Monkey delivers the stability you need. Order online by the ton and have it delivered to your address. The right size and a firm base make the difference. Start your order on the Lakewood city page.
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