Buy #57 Crushed Stone with Delivery in Simi Valley, CA
Bulk #57 crushed stone delivered in Simi Valley, CA. Stone size 3/4 - 1. Gray color.
Popular Uses for #57 Crushed Stone Around Simi Valley
Ranch and equestrian lots on the east side of Simi Valley use #57 crushed stone for turnout footing, wash racks and gate entries because the stone firms up under hooves and does not turn to mud the way native dirt does after a rare heavy rain. In the tighter suburban neighborhoods closer to the 118 corridor, contractors reach for the same stone as a base under pavers, sheds and small concrete pads, relying on the angular shape to lock in place under a compactor.
It also handles drainage duty well on the sloped lots that back up against the Simi Hills, where a gravel filled trench moves runoff away from a foundation instead of letting it pool against the house.
#57 Crushed Stone Delivery Simi Valley CA Homeowners Rely On
Simi Valley sits in a valley of its own, walled in by the Santa Susana Mountains to the north and the Simi Hills to the south, a few degrees warmer and drier through summer than the coastal cities just over the ridge. The city is part of the Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura metro area and is home to roughly 126,000 residents spread across suburban tracts, hillside lots and a handful of larger equestrian parcels on the valley's edges.
That mix of lot sizes means #57 crushed stone delivery in Simi Valley, CA covers everything from a small paver patio to a half acre pad for a horse property, and truck routing accounts for both.
Figuring Out How Many Tons to Order
Multiply the length and width of the area in feet, then multiply that by the depth in inches, and divide the total by 324 to land on cubic yards. Because this stone is sold and priced by the ton, not the cubic yard, take that number and scale it up by about 1.35, matching the roughly 2,700 pounds each cubic yard weighs once compacted.
A 15 by 20 foot equipment pad at 4 inches deep comes out to a little under 4 cubic yards, or around 5 tons after the weight conversion. Plugging the same length, width and depth into the delivery calculator skips the manual math and returns a tonnage and price together.
Delivery and Lead Times
Loads under 8 tons generally arrive within one to two business days of ordering, enough time to line up a driveway or side yard for the drop. Once an order reaches 8 tons, delivery typically moves to same day or next business day, and that same fast turnaround carries through to the 15 ton tier, where delivery is also free.
Delivery in Simi Valley reaches the valley floor as well as the hillside streets near the Santa Susana Pass, with routing built around the grade changes those roads carry. Nearby cities including Thousand Oaks, Oxnard, Ventura and Los Angeles, all within about 45 minutes, share the same delivery network.
How the Price Per Ton Moves With Order Size
A three ton order runs $257 per ton, the entry tier for a small delivery. Stepping up to 8 tons drops the rate to $168 per ton, with a shorter wait on top of the lower price. Fifteen tons or more brings the rate down to its floor of $141 per ton, and at that size the delivery charge disappears entirely rather than just shrinking.
| Tons ordered | Price per ton | Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| 3 to 7 tons | $257 | Standard, 1 to 2 business days |
| 8 to 14 tons | $168 | Reduced fee, same or next day |
| 15 tons and up | $141 | Free delivery |
Placing an Order for #57 Crushed Stone
Enter a Simi Valley ZIP code on the order page along with the tonnage needed to see the delivered price before committing to anything. Because the price per ton is tied to the size of a single order rather than a running total, a contractor working several smaller jobs across the valley can order per site and still land in whichever tier that individual load qualifies for.
Anyone comparing this stone against pricing in a different California city can start from #57 Crushed Stone in California, which links out to coverage statewide.
About #57 Crushed Stone
#57 crushed stone is a crushed, angular aggregate sized between about three quarters of an inch and a full inch, produced by breaking larger rock down rather than screening it naturally from a streambed the way pea gravel and river rock are. That angular shape is the whole point: once a compactor runs over a layer of #57 stone, the broken edges wedge against each other and lock the layer in place, which is why it is the standard base material under driveways, concrete pads, sheds and pavers rather than a decorative rounded stone.
weighs close to 2,700 pounds, considerably heavier than a cubic yard of mulch or topsoil, and that weight is the reason it is measured and priced by the ton instead of the yard.
Its color runs a neutral gray that matches concrete and most hardscape without the tan or rust tones common in decomposed granite. It resists rutting under vehicle tires and hoof traffic alike, holds a slope better than a rounded gravel, and, unlike a mulch bed, does not need refreshing on any kind of yearly schedule.
What #57 Crushed Stone costs in Simi Valley
Local Simi Valley 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 Simi Valley
In and around Simi Valley, #57 crushed stone shows up most often on two project types. The most common deployment is driveway gravel, often on rural drives and acreage projects in two to three inch lifts. Second on the list is drainage gravel, which we see across longer driveways and outbuilding work on partial-truck deliveries. Most Simi Valley loads land in the 4 to 8 ton range, with full trucks on the books for larger pads and drives.
Delivery day in Simi Valley
A typical Simi Valley 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 24-48h, with same-day windows held open for orders that hit the desk before 11 AM and clear payment.
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What does the '57' in #57 crushed stone mean?
It is a size designation from the standard grading system quarries use, indicating stone that falls in the three quarter inch to one inch range once screened. It is not a brand or a grade of quality, just a size class, and #57 is one of the more common sizes contractors specify for base and drainage work because the pieces are small enough to compact but coarse enough to stay porous.
Does #57 crushed stone work under a horse arena or turnout in Simi Valley?
It is a common base layer for turnouts, wash racks and gate entries because it compacts firm underfoot and sheds water fast, so mud does not build up the way it can over bare dirt. Many arena footing systems use a layer of this crushed stone as the base course with a softer riding surface placed on top, rather than using the stone itself as the finished surface.
How is #57 crushed stone priced for a Simi Valley delivery?
The price per ton is lower on larger orders, so a bigger single delivery costs less per ton than a small one, and the largest tier also removes the delivery charge altogether. Entering a Simi Valley ZIP code online shows the exact delivered rate for whatever tonnage is entered before an order is placed, so there is no need to call for a quote.
How many tons of #57 crushed stone does a typical driveway need?
It depends on the driveway's length, width and how deep the base layer runs, usually four to six inches for a stone driveway. A rough rule is that one ton covers about 80 to 100 square feet at a two inch depth, though the exact figure changes with depth, so running the measurements through an online calculator is more reliable than a flat rule of thumb.
Can #57 crushed stone handle drainage on a sloped Simi Valley lot?
Yes, the gaps between the angular pieces let water move through the material rather than pool on the surface, which is useful on hillside lots near the Simi Hills where runoff needs somewhere to go during a heavy storm. A trench backfilled with this stone, often lined with fabric first, is a standard way to redirect water away from a foundation or retaining wall.
What is the delivery timeline for #57 crushed stone in Simi Valley?
Orders under 8 tons usually arrive in one to two business days. Orders of 8 tons or larger often ship same day or the next business day, and that faster handling continues at the 15 ton tier, which also comes with free delivery. Streets near the Santa Susana Pass with steeper grades may add a small amount of time depending on truck access.
Is #57 crushed stone the same as decomposed granite?
No. Decomposed granite is a finer, sandier material that compacts into a smoother walking surface and typically carries a tan or gold color. #57 crushed stone as a top layer over a compacted base of #57 stone underneath.
Does #57 crushed stone shift or wash out on a slope?
Properly compacted, it holds up well on moderate slopes because the angular pieces interlock rather than roll the way a rounded gravel would. On steeper grades or in a spot that sees concentrated runoff, edging or a low retaining border helps keep the layer from migrating downhill over time, especially through the first rainy season after it is installed.