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Aggregate Base Course (3″ Minus, Crusher Run)

Category: Aggregate Base Course

📏 Product Specifications

Size Range 3" Minus
Material Type Crusher Run

🏗️ Applications & Uses

Road base ✓ Recommended
Driveway foundation ✓ Recommended
Parking lot subbase ✓ Recommended
Pathway construction ✓ Recommended
Erosion control ✓ Recommended

Aggregate Base Course - Crusher Run, 3" Minus

Aggregate Base Course with a Crusher Run attribute in a 3" minus size range is a foundational construction material composed of crushed stone and stone dust. The "crusher run" process blends various stone sizes, ensuring that particles range from 3 inches down to fine dust. This gradation creates a dense, well-compacted base that locks together tightly, providing excellent load-bearing capacity and stability.

The 3" minus size is ideal for heavy-duty applications where substantial support and compaction are required. It is commonly used as a sub-base for roads, driveways, parking lots, and building pads, as well as for large-scale commercial and industrial projects. The mix of coarse and fine particles allows for superior compaction, minimizing voids and reducing the risk of settling over time. While its rough texture and large size make it less suitable for decorative or surface applications, its strength and durability make it a top choice for foundational layers where long-term performance is critical.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Aggregate Base Course used for?

Aggregate Base Course is typically used for road base, driveway foundation, parking lot subbase, and other construction and landscaping projects requiring materials.

What size is Aggregate Base Course?

Aggregate Base Course typically comes in 3" Minus size range, making it suitable for applications that require crusher run aggregate material with consistent sizing.

Where can I get Aggregate Base Course?

Hello Gravel may be able to provide Aggregate Base Course depending on your location and current product availability. Check our available materials or contact us by phone, text, or email to confirm availability in your area. We can often arrange delivery in as soon as 2 business days.

How much Aggregate Base Course do I need?

Use our gravel calculator to determine how much Aggregate Base Course you need. You'll need to measure the length, width, and desired depth of your project area. The calculator will provide the quantity needed in cubic yards or tons.

Key Characteristics of Aggregate Base Course

Material Properties

Aggregate Base Course is crusher run and classified as material, providing specific performance characteristics for construction applications.

Size Specifications

Standard Aggregate Base Course is graded to 3" Minus specifications, ensuring consistent particle size distribution for reliable project outcomes.

Common Applications

Industry professionals typically specify Aggregate Base Course for projects requiring dependable performance and specific drainage or structural properties.

Hello Gravel Availability

Hello Gravel may be able to source Aggregate Base Course depending on your location and current inventory. We offer fast delivery, often within 2 business days when material is available.

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Hello Gravel may be able to provide Aggregate Base Course in your area with delivery as soon as 2 business days.