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ROAD BASE

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Road Base (Class 5 (1″))

Road base in a Class 5 (1") size range is a well-graded blend of crushed stone, gravel, and sand, engineered for superior compaction and stability. This material is produced by mechanically crushing and screening natural rock, resulting in a mix where the largest particles are approximately 1 inch in diameter. The Class 5 specification ensures a balanced distribution of fines and larger aggregate, which is essential for creating a dense, load-bearing surface.

Also called

If a contractor or a spec sheet handed you one of these names, this is the rock they mean.

What people call it

3/4" minuscrush-and-rundense-grade aggregateABC stone

Yard and spec names

Class 5DOT class

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What people use it for

  • Driveway foundation
  • Road construction
  • Pathway base
  • Parking lot subbase
  • Erosion control

Road Base next to what it gets confused with

RockSizeShapeWhere it winsCan we deliver it
Road Base (Class 5 (1″))Class 5 (1")AngularDriveway foundationWe deliver it
Road Base (1.25″)1.25"AngularWe deliver it
Road Base (1.5″ To 3.5″, Limestone)1.5" To 3.5"AngularWe deliver it

Questions people ask

What is Road Base used for?+
Road Base is commonly used for Driveway foundation, Road construction, Pathway base, Parking lot subbase, Erosion control.
What size is Road Base?+
Road Base typically ranges in size from Class 5 (1").
Where can I get Road Base?+
You can order Road Base for delivery from Hello Gravel. We deliver bulk aggregate materials directly to your site with transparent pricing and no hidden fees.

How much road base do you need?

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