Crushed Gravel ordered online by the ton. A dump truck delivers to your Falling Waters address and unloads right where you point.
Buyers sometimes confuse crushed gravel with rounded gravel. The difference matters: crushed gravel has angular faces that lock together, so it stays put under weight and resists washout better than a round stone ever will. That locking action is what makes it the right call for a base or a driveway that has to carry loads.
Falling Waters gets about 43 inches of precipitation a year. That kind of rainfall makes drainage a first concern, and crushed gravel is one of the materials that handles it well because water passes through the open spaces between the pieces instead of pooling on top.
The sizes below split into two groups: finer grades that compact into a smooth surface, and larger grades that handle weight and wet ground. Which one you want depends on whether you are topping off a drive or building a base from scratch.
| Product | Best for | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 3/8" Crushed Gravel | Fine compacting layer | Packs into a tight surface finish for walkways and top dressing |
| 3/4" Crushed Gravel | The workhorse size for base and drives | Widely used because it balances compaction strength with good drainage |
| 1" - 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel | Structural base under heavy loads | Handles truck traffic and equipment without shifting |
| 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel | First lift over soft subgrade | Bridges over weak ground so the layers above have a stable footing |
| 2"-3" Crushed Gravel | Mud control and deep fill | Used where the ground is wet and you need to get up out of the muck |
The table below lays out a straightforward option and a more durable option for each common job. The budget route works, but the long-term route saves rework on ground that gets wet or freezes.
| Project | What to order | Depth or note |
|---|---|---|
| Shed or slab pad | 3/4" Crushed Gravel | 4 to 6 inches compacted in lifts |
| Soft or muddy subgrade | 1 1/2" Crushed Gravel as first lift | 6 to 8 inches, then top with 3/4" |
| Compacted base | 3/4" Crushed Gravel | Compact each 4-inch lift before adding the next |
| Trench backfill | 3/4" Crushed Gravel | Fill in 6-inch layers with compaction between |
| Farm and site access road | 2"-3" Crushed Gravel as base | 8 to 12 inches, capped with 3/4" surface |
The ground around Falling Waters is in hydrologic group D, which means it takes water in very slowly, so most rain runs across the surface. That runoff behavior makes drainage planning and a deeper base more important here than in places where the soil absorbs more moisture. About 73 days a year bring at least a tenth of an inch of rain, so scheduling your delivery onto firm ground is something to watch for.
Roughly 104 days a year drop below 32F. That many freeze-thaw cycles can shift a base that was not compacted well. Winters here are cold enough to move an unsettled base, so compaction is worth the extra pass. The ground freezing is real but moderate, which means the base layer needs enough depth to stay stable through the cold months without heaving.
Tonnage depends on the area you are covering and the depth you plan to place. The simplest way to get a reliable number is to measure the length and width in feet, decide on the depth in inches, and run those numbers through the material calculators on the Gravel Monkey site. That tool converts your dimensions into tons so you order the right amount the first time.
Gravel Monkey is a national aggregate broker, not a local yard. There is no yard to visit in Falling Waters. You order online by the ton, delivery is priced by ZIP code at checkout, and a dump truck brings the load to your address. Loads range from 1 to 40-plus tons, and free delivery applies on qualifying orders.
Your first order saves $50 with the code FIRSTTIMER50. The delivery date you choose at checkout must be at least 3 business days after the order date. You pick a window, morning 7 am to 12 pm or afternoon 12 pm to 5 pm. You get an email confirmation when the order is placed and 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. Someone must be at the site during the window. The site needs a road width of at least 12 feet for the truck. You can read more on the About Gravel Monkey page, see customer reviews, and review the full delivery information page for details on access, cancellations and inspecting the load.
Delivery cost is calculated by ZIP code at checkout, so the price changes with your address. Gravel Monkey does not publish flat delivery rates because the distance from the nearest regional supplier affects the haul cost. You see the exact delivery price before you place the order.
Yes. Gravel Monkey delivers crushed gravel to Falling Waters and the surrounding towns by dump truck. Falling Waters gets about 43 inches of precipitation a year, and the delivery window is chosen at checkout so you can schedule around the weather. Orders need a minimum of 3 business days lead time.
A driveway or parking area that carries cars and trucks needs a compacted base of 4 to 6 inches of crushed gravel. For heavy vehicles such as delivery trucks or equipment, increase the depth to 8 to 12 inches with a larger stone in the bottom lift. Compacting each layer in 4-inch passes keeps the surface from rutting.
A gravel driveway for passenger vehicles should be at least 4 to 6 inches of compacted crushed gravel after settling. That depth is measured after compaction, so you order extra to account for the material settling into the subgrade. A base of 2"-3" crushed gravel topped with 3/4" crushed gravel gives the best long-term result on soft ground.
The truck shows up at your address with the tonnage you ordered, and you unload it where you need it. Ordering is done entirely online: pick your size, choose your delivery window at checkout, and the material arrives on the date you selected. Start by visiting the Falling Waters city hub to see all available products and place your order.
Gravel Monkey also delivers crushed gravel to these nearby locations.
See the delivered price for your address and order crushed gravel by the ton online. Loads run from 1 to over 40 tons, with free delivery on qualifying orders.
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