#57 Crushed Stone Delivery in Chico, CA by the Ton
Bulk #57 crushed stone delivered in Chico, CA. Stone size 3/4 - 1. Gray color.
Starting from $510.90 delivered to Chico for 2 tons, our minimum order
#57 Crushed Stone Delivery in Chico, California
Chico sits in the northern Sacramento Valley, where flat, fertile ground runs out from the edge of town into orchard and rice country. #57 crushed stone delivery Chico CA orders usually start with a driveway, a drainage line, or a base layer that has to hold up under vehicle weight without turning to mud once the winter rain arrives. This is a crushed, angular gray stone, screened to a consistent three quarter to one inch size, and it is sold by the ton rather than the cubic yard.
Valley soil around Chico is heavy and slow to drain, and much of the housing stock here is single-story ranch homes and newer subdivisions with long driveways, plus working ag buildings out toward the edge of town. An open-graded stone like this one gives water somewhere to go instead of pooling against a foundation or turning a driveway apron soft. Pricing elsewhere in the state is covered on the page for #57 Crushed Stone in California.
Where #57 Crushed Stone Gets Used Around Chico
This stone earns its place anywhere a base layer has to stay put under weight. Common uses include:
- Driveway base under gravel, asphalt or pavers
- French drains and perimeter drainage around foundations
- Backfill for retaining walls and utility trenches
- Base under sheds, concrete pads and outbuildings
- Erosion control on slopes and irrigation ditches
The sharp, angular faces lock together under compaction instead of rolling loose the way rounded gravel does, so a driveway base built with it stays flat and firm through a full season of truck and tractor traffic. Homeowners finishing a shed pad and contractors rebuilding a farm access road both reach for the same material for the same reason. It also holds a slope reasonably well, which matters on the handful of Chico lots that step down toward a drainage swale or an irrigation ditch at the back of the property.
Delivery Windows and Lead Times in Chico
Orders of 3 tons or more typically arrive within 1 to 2 business days. At 8 tons or more, that window shortens to same or next day. Once your Chico order reaches 15 tons, the delivery charge drops away completely. Long driveways and gated ag access are common around Chico, so it helps to note any gate codes or soft shoulders before the truck shows up. Full scheduling detail is covered on the page for delivery in Chico.
Working Out How Much You Need
Start with length in feet times width in feet times depth in inches, then divide by 324 to land on cubic yards. A 20 by 30 foot pad at 4 inches deep works out to about 7.4 cubic yards. This stone weighs roughly 2,700 pounds per cubic yard, so that same pad comes to close to 10 tons once you convert. Run your own dimensions through the #57 crushed stone calculator before you order, since lot size and depth both change the number.
Pricing Notes for Bulk Orders
Pricing steps down as the order size grows, and the delivery fee shrinks right along with it until it disappears at the top tier. The exact delivered rate for your address is calculated the moment you enter your ZIP code.
| Order size | Price per ton | Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| 3 tons or more | $186 | 1 to 2 business days |
| 8 tons or more | $99 | Same or next day |
| 15 tons or more | $74 | Free delivery |
Placing an Order in Chico
Ordering only takes a few steps: enter your address, pick a tonnage tier, and choose a delivery window that fits your schedule. Driveway rebuilds and drainage jobs around Chico most often fall in the 8 to 15 ton range, where the per ton rate is noticeably better. Clear the access point before the truck shows up, whether that is a gravel driveway, a gate, or a turnaround near an outbuilding, so the load can drop on the first pass. A small drainage fix or shed pad tends to sit at the low end of that range, while a full driveway rebuild lands at the high end or above it. Either way, the same tiered pricing applies, so it is worth checking whether nudging a smaller order up to the next tier actually costs less once the lower per ton rate is factored in.
About #57 Crushed Stone
#57 crushed stone is an angular gray aggregate, crushed and screened down to a consistent three quarter to one inch size. Its sharp faces bite into each other under compaction, which is why it is the standard pick for driveway bases, French drains, retaining wall backfill, and any load-bearing layer that needs to stay in place under weight. A cubic yard weighs roughly 2,700 pounds, and because the material is sold by the ton rather than the yard, every order is measured and billed by weight.
The angular shape also means it drains quickly and does not compress into a soft, muddy layer the way rounder, smoother stone can over time. Contractors reach for it under concrete slabs, sidewalks, sheds, and utility trenches, and for erosion control on slopes and drainage ditches. Homeowners use the same stone on smaller jobs, from leveling a low spot in the yard to building a firm base under a storage shed or a stretch of French drain.
Because the stone is angular rather than rounded, it should go down and get compacted in layers instead of being dumped in one pass, which keeps the finished base from settling unevenly later. Once compacted, it holds its shape through wet weather and freeze-thaw cycles about as well as any crushed aggregate on the market.
What #57 Crushed Stone costs in Chico
Local Chico yards quote #57 crushed stone by the ton; the delivered number includes fuel, the truck, and the haul. Send your ZIP and load size and we will send back a same-hour quote with the truck rate and the per-ton figure spelled out. A ton of this material spreads across about 80 sq ft when laid 3 inches deep, useful when you are sizing a patio base or a walkway run.
How crews use #57 Crushed Stone in Chico
In and around Chico, #57 crushed stone shows up most often on two project types. The most common deployment is driveway gravel, often in tight urban lots and infill builds in two to three inch lifts. Second on the list is drainage gravel, which we see in dense neighborhoods where curb access is short on partial-truck deliveries. At roughly 102,911 people, the Chico order mix leans toward 3 to 8 ton residential drops with the occasional 16 ton job for a contractor.
Delivery day in Chico
A typical Chico drop is dispatched from the closest yard with a two hour window and a heads-up call once the truck is loaded. Tandem trucks want a 12 ft lane in and out; tri-axles need 14 ft, and both want firm ground at the tipping spot so the load releases cleanly. Standard lead time on this lane is Mon-Sat, with same-day windows held open for orders that hit the desk before 11 AM and clear payment.
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What is #57 crushed stone used for?
It is most often used as a driveway base, French drain fill, and backfill around retaining walls or utility trenches. Its angular, three quarter to one inch faces lock together under compaction, so a base built with it stays firm under vehicle weight instead of shifting the way rounded gravel can. It also works well under sheds, concrete pads, and outbuildings where a stable, well draining layer matters most.
Is #57 crushed stone sold by the ton or the cubic yard?
It is sold by the ton. Bulk aggregates like this one are priced and delivered based on weight rather than volume, so every order, tier, and delivered rate on this page is expressed per ton. If you are used to buying mulch or soil by the cubic yard, keep in mind this stone works differently and orders are always placed and measured in tons.
How many tons do I need for a typical Chico driveway?
It depends on the size and depth, but a 20 by 30 foot pad at 4 inches deep runs close to 10 tons once you convert from cubic yards. Wider or longer driveways, or a deeper base layer, will need more. Enter your own measurements into the calculator to get a number specific to your project before you place an order.
How fast can #57 crushed stone be delivered in Chico?
Smaller orders of 3 tons or more usually arrive within 1 to 2 business days. Stepping up to 8 tons or more moves that to same or next day in most cases. Exact timing depends on your address and the delivery schedule that day, so check the delivery page for Chico for the most current window before you order.
Does the price per ton drop for bigger orders?
Yes. Pricing is tiered, so the rate per ton drops as the order size increases, and the delivery fee steps down along with it. The lowest rate and free delivery both kick in once an order reaches 15 tons. Smaller orders carry a higher per ton rate and a delivery fee that shrinks as the tonnage goes up.
What size is #57 crushed stone?
It is screened to a consistent three quarter to one inch size, which is why it is labeled 57 stone in aggregate size charts. That size range is coarse enough to interlock and stay stable under weight, but small enough to compact into a smooth, even base layer for a driveway, a drainage trench, or backfill around a retaining wall.
Can #57 crushed stone be used for a French drain?
Yes, it is a common choice for French drains and other drainage runs. The angular stone drains quickly because water moves freely through the gaps between the sharp faces, and it does not compact into a solid, water-blocking mass the way finer material can. It also resists shifting once a perforated pipe and fabric wrap are set in place.
Will a delivery truck fit down a long Chico driveway?
Most standard driveways and ag access roads around Chico are fine for a delivery truck, but long gravel driveways, tight gates, and soft shoulders after rain can all affect where a truck can safely unload. Note any gate codes or narrow spots when you place your order so the driver knows exactly where to drop the load.