Buy Crushed Stone in Walla Walla, Washington

Many people order crushed stone for the first time without adjusting for local weather. Walla Walla gets about 16 inches of precipitation a year, so drainage and washout planning need to be part of the job from the start.

The right approach is to match the stone size and base depth to the ground it will sit on. This page covers the crushed stone sizes available through Gravel Monkey and how the conditions around Walla Walla affect your choice.

Crushed stone sizes for Walla Walla projects

The product list below splits into base material and finish material. The larger, open-graded stones handle drainage and structural fill, while the smaller, crushed faces give a tight, compacted surface for pavers or driveways.

What to order for common crushed stone jobs

Choosing between a budget option and a long-term option usually comes down to the stone size and the base depth. The table below suggests an approach for common projects in Walla Walla.

How Walla Walla weather and soil affect crushed stone jobs

The soil mapped in the Walla Walla area is commonly somewhat excessively drained. This usually means less base stone is needed under a surface layer because water does not sit in the ground long enough to soften it.

The ground around Walla Walla is in hydrologic group A, which means it soaks water up quickly and produces little runoff. This behavior reduces the amount of drainage stone you need under a driveway or patio base compared to tight, clay-heavy soil.

Frost is a bigger factor here. About 113 days a year drop below 32F, and the ground freezing is deep and long. The base layer needs to account for how much the ground moves when it freezes and thaws. Spring thaw is the wet part of the year for driveways, and it is when a thin base shows up as ruts.

Walla Walla gets about 9 inches of snowfall a year. Plowing can damage a loose surface, so a top layer of clear, angular stone that locks together is important for driveways. About 55 days a year bring at least a tenth of an inch of rain, so scheduling the delivery onto firm ground keeps the truck from getting stuck and the stone from sinking into mud.

How much crushed stone you need for your project

The amount of crushed stone you need depends on the area you are covering and the depth of the base. A 4-inch base requires twice the tonnage of a 2-inch base on the same square footage. Use the Gravel Monkey crushed stone calculator to estimate the tonnage before you order. The calculator lets you enter the length, width and depth in feet and converts the volume to tons so you can plan your budget before checkout.

Ordering crushed stone from Gravel Monkey

Gravel Monkey delivers crushed stone to Walla Walla by the ton straight to your address. There is no yard to visit. You order online, choose a delivery window at checkout, and a dump truck brings the material. 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 an afternoon window, 12 pm to 5 pm.

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. A valid phone number is required to confirm the delivery. You agree to be available or to have someone you nominate at the site during the delivery window.

Use the code FIRSTTIMER50 for $50 off a first order. See the delivery information page for full details on the process, or check customer reviews online. You can also read more about Gravel Monkey to understand the nationwide delivery model.

Other materials for the same crushed stone job

Crushed stone is often one layer of a larger project. These materials pair with it for a complete job.

• Crushed Gravel - Angular like crushed stone but differs in parent rock and grading.
• Driveway Gravel - A ready-made blend for the top layer over a crushed stone base.
• Crushed Concrete - A recycled option that can substitute for a base layer.
• Mulch - Used over landscaping fabric beside crushed stone paths.
• Gravel & Rock - Decorative rock that tops a crushed stone base in flower beds.
• Topsoil - Spreads on top of crushed stone in raised beds for drainage.

Frequently asked questions about crushed stone in Walla Walla

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

Gravel Monkey delivers crushed stone by the dump truck load. The minimum load is 1 ton, and you can order up to 40-plus tons on a single truck.

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

Yes. The soil mapped in the Walla Walla area is commonly somewhat excessively drained and is in hydrologic group A, which means it soaks water up quickly. This behavior usually means less drainage base stone is needed under a surface layer compared to tighter clay soils.

What size crushed stone should I choose?

It depends on the project. For a driveway base, #57 or 3/4" Crushed Stone is standard. For a paver setting bed, 3/8" Crushed Stone or #10 Rock Screenings work well. For drainage behind a retaining wall or in a French drain, 3/4" to 1-1.5" washed stone gives the best flow.

Do you deliver to rural addresses outside the city limits?

Yes. We deliver to residential and commercial addresses anywhere our trucks can legally and safely access. The delivery site needs a road width of at least 12 feet for the truck. We deliver to Walla Walla, College Place, Milton-Freewater, Waitsburg, Dayton, and the surrounding county areas.

Crushed stone for projects around Walla Walla

Whether you are starting a driveway, building a patio, or need a stable base for a structure, Gravel Monkey has the crushed stone sizes you need. Check the order process online and see what is available for delivery to your address in the Walla Walla area.

Return to the Walla Walla city hub to explore all available materials.

We also deliver crushed stone to these nearby areas.

• College Place, WA
• Milton-Freewater, OR
• Waitsburg, WA
• Athena, OR
• Dayton, WA
• Pendleton, OR
• Pasco, WA
• Elgin, OR
• Kennewick, WA
• Richland, WA