#57 Crushed Stone Delivery in Grand Rapids, MI
Bulk #57 crushed stone delivered in Grand Rapids, MI. Stone size 3/4 - 1. Gray color.
Starting from $518.46 delivered to Grand Rapids for 2 tons, our minimum order
Driveways settle, patios need a level bed, and low spots in a yard all start with a firm base. Grand Rapids sits along the Grand River in West Michigan, and many lots here need a stable layer of stone before anything goes on top, which is where #57 crushed stone delivery in Grand Rapids, MI earns its place. Many local buyers simply call it 57 stone, and both names mean the same 3/4 to 1 inch grade.
#57 crushed stone delivery in Grand Rapids, MI
Each piece of #57 stone is angular and falls in a size range of 3/4 to 1 inch. Angular pieces lock together when they are compacted, so the layer holds its shape instead of rolling apart under weight. The stone is gray, and it is sold by the ton, so every quote and order from this page is counted in tons.
Best uses for #57 stone in Grand Rapids
Crews and homeowners usually use this stone as a sub-base under pavers, flagstone and concrete slabs. Its open structure lets water move down through the layer instead of sitting on the surface, which helps on flat lots after the spring thaw. Shed and garage pads benefit from the same firm, free-draining footing, so the floor stays dry and the slab does not sit in standing water. Typical jobs include:
- Driveway and parking pad sub-bases
- Patio and walkway bases under pavers or flagstone
- Drainage trenches and French drain beds
- Shed, garage and pole barn pads
If you are also finishing planting beds beside a new patio, the Mulch page covers that separate material.
Getting #57 stone delivered to your Grand Rapids address
Trucks bring the stone to job sites across the city, and the access at your address shapes how the drop goes. A clear, firm route for a loaded truck makes the job easier for the driver and for you. Have a spot ready for the pile, and plan to rake the stone out in even layers once it lands, since a heap left in one place is harder to spread later. Read more about delivery in Grand Rapids before you place the order.
How much #57 stone you need
Start with the area in square feet and the depth you want in inches. Multiply length by width, then by depth, and divide by 324 to get cubic yards. The calculator for this stone runs that math for you, so you can check the number before you enter a quantity.
Take a 10 by 12 foot pad laid 4 inches deep as an example. That is 10 x 12 x 4 = 480, divided by 324, or about 1.48 cubic yards. At roughly 2,700 pounds per cubic yard, the load weighs about 4,000 pounds, which is 2 tons. Because the smallest order is 2 tons, this small pad lands right at the minimum.
Stone settles as it is packed down, so round up a little if the base will be compacted with a plate tamper. Extra stone costs less than a short base that sinks in the first wet season.
Pricing notes for Grand Rapids orders
This material is priced per ton. The delivered price for your ZIP is calculated live and shown on this page, so the figure you see already includes the trip to your address. Per-ton rates step down as the order grows, which means a bigger load costs less for each ton you receive. Compare a couple of quantities on the page before you settle on one.
Grand Rapids has roughly 200,000 residents, and the spread of older neighborhoods and newer subdivisions means jobs vary a lot in size. A single patio and a full driveway can both use this stone.
Ordering #57 crushed stone in Grand Rapids
Choose the quantity in tons and check out when the number looks right. The smallest order is 2 tons, so start there if your project is small and build up from the number the calculator gives you.
If you are comparing this stone against other options for the same job, the Crushed Stone page for Grand Rapids lists the wider range of stone products sold here. For the full picture of this grade across Michigan, see #57 Crushed Stone in Michigan.
About #57 Crushed Stone
#57 crushed stone is a clean, angular aggregate sized from 3/4 to 1 inch. Its gray color and uniform size make it a dependable choice for layers that need to stay put, such as the base under a driveway, a patio, a walkway or a shed pad. Because the pieces interlock when compacted, the layer resists shifting better than rounded gravel of the same size.
The stone is sold by the ton. A cubic yard of #57 weighs about 2,700 lb, so one ton works out to roughly 0.74 cubic yards of stone. That conversion is useful when you measure a pad or trench in cubic yards but want to order by weight. The smallest order is 2 tons, and the delivered price for your ZIP is shown on the page before you order.
Many people use this grade for drainage as well, since the open structure lets water pass through the layer instead of pooling on the surface. It is a practical material for projects that need both a firm footing and reliable drainage, and it pairs well with pavers, flagstone and concrete slabs placed on top.
What #57 Crushed Stone costs in Grand Rapids
Local Grand Rapids 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 Grand Rapids
In and around Grand Rapids, #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 199,000 people, the Grand Rapids order mix leans toward 3 to 8 ton residential drops with the occasional 16 ton job for a contractor.
Delivery day in Grand Rapids
A typical Grand Rapids 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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Do I need landscape fabric under #57 stone?
On soft or clay-heavy ground, a layer of woven landscape fabric under the stone keeps the base from mixing into the soil below, which would slowly thin it out. On firm, well-drained ground it is optional. Lay the fabric flat with overlapping seams, then spread the stone on top in even lifts and compact each one.
Can I use #57 stone in a French drain?
Yes, it is a common choice because the open spaces between pieces let water move freely toward the pipe. Line the trench with filter fabric, set a perforated pipe on a stone bed, fill around it, and fold the fabric over the top. The fabric keeps soil from clogging the stone over the years.
Does #57 need a finer layer on top under pavers?
Usually yes. Pavers and flagstone sit best on a thin leveling layer of coarse sand or fine screenings spread over the compacted #57. The coarse stone provides the strength and drainage, while the thin top layer gives you a smooth surface to set and adjust each piece. Skip the fine layer under a poured slab.
How long can a pile of stone sit on my lawn?
The weight will crush grass, and stone left on turf slowly works into the soil. If you can, ask for the drop on a driveway or on a tarp laid over the grass. Spread the pile soon after it arrives, and sweep or rake up the last bits so they do not end up in the mower later.
Will #57 stone wash away on a slope?
Angular stone resists washing better than rounded gravel, but a steep grade can still shift it during heavy rain. On a slope, compact each lift firmly and hold the edges with a border of timber, steel or pavers. Where runoff concentrates, a drain line at the low end keeps water from carrying stone downhill.
How do I figure the stone for a long, narrow trench?
Take a trench 30 feet long, 1 foot wide and 18 inches deep. That is 30 x 1 x 1.5 = 45 cubic feet, and dividing by 27 gives about 1.67 cubic yards. At the density used on this page, that is a little over 2 tons. Subtract the room taken by any pipe before you finalize the number.
How does #57 differ from a finer base stone?
#57 is washed of fines, so it stays open and drains freely. Finer crushed stone with stone dust packs tighter and gives a smoother surface, but it drains more slowly and can hold water. Many builders use #57 as the thick lower layer for strength and drainage, then add a thin fine layer if the finished surface needs it.
How soon can #57 stone be delivered in Grand Rapids?
This page does not list a delivery time or a delivery window for Grand Rapids. Timing depends on the address and the order. Plan the base work around the delivery date you are given once you have placed the order, and keep the job site clear for the drop.