Home / Glossary / Base Materials / Road Base / Road Base (1.5″, Spec)

Get an estimate for your project in 60 seconds

This field is hidden when viewing the form
Security lock iconYour information is secure

Road Base (1.5″, Spec)

Category: Road Base

📏 Product Specifications

Size Range 1.5"
Material Type Spec
Category Road Base

🏗️ Applications & Uses

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

Road Base Spec in a 1.5" Size Range

Road base spec in a 1.5" size range is a high-quality aggregate blend engineered for strength and stability in heavy-duty construction applications. This material typically consists of crushed stone, gravel, and fines, all screened to meet strict specifications for gradation and compaction. The 1.5" size range ensures a robust, interlocking structure, making it ideal for supporting substantial loads.

The "spec" designation means this road base meets specific engineering standards, ensuring consistent performance and reliable compaction. The larger 1.5" particles provide excellent load-bearing capacity and drainage, making this material a top choice for roadways, parking lots, driveways, and under slab foundations. While its coarser texture offers superior stability, it may be less suitable for applications requiring a smooth finish. Overall, 1.5" spec road base is valued for its durability, ease of installation, and ability to create a long-lasting foundation in both residential and commercial projects.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Road Base used for?

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

What size is Road Base?

Road Base typically comes in 1.5" size range, making it suitable for applications that require spec aggregate material with consistent sizing.

Where can I get Road Base?

Hello Gravel may be able to provide Road Base 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 Road Base do I need?

Use our gravel calculator to determine how much Road Base 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 Road Base

Material Properties

Road Base is spec and classified as material, providing specific performance characteristics for construction applications.

Size Specifications

Standard Road Base is graded to 1.5" specifications, ensuring consistent particle size distribution for reliable project outcomes.

Common Applications

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

Hello Gravel Availability

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

Looking for This Material?

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