⛏ Crushed Aggregate
Road Base
A blended aggregate of crushed rock and fines engineered to compact into a hard, stable sub-base. In California the most common grades are Class II Base and 3/4" crushed misc base.
Available sizes
3/4" minus
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Availability
In stock- Available in Southern California
- Available in Northern California
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- Heavy equipment delivery available
Typical lead time
1–3 business days
Delivery options
End dumpSuper sacksTruck & transfer
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Advantages
- Compacts into a rigid platform
- Sheds water
- Works under nearly every hardscape
Applications
- Driveway sub-base
- Paver base
- Concrete slab sub-base
- Utility trench restoration
Specifications
- Density
- 1.5 tons per cubic yard (compacted)
- Compaction
- 95%+ standard proctor
Coverage per cubic yard
| Depth | Coverage |
|---|---|
| 4" | 81 sq ft |
| 6" | 54 sq ft |
Common uses
Sub-basePaver baseDriveway top
Installation tips
- Compact in 2–4" lifts with a plate compactor or roller.
- Wet lightly before final pass for maximum density.
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Related materials
Class II Base
Caltrans-spec aggregate base for driveways and civil work.
Crushed Miscellaneous Base
Recycled compactable base — economical alternative to Class II.
3/4" Crushed Rock
Angular crushed aggregate — driveways, drainage, and base.
Concrete Pavers
Interlocking concrete units for patios, driveways, and walkways.
Frequently ordered together
Retaining wall bundle
Segmental Retaining Wall Bundle
Block, drainage, and base for an engineered segmental retaining wall.
- Allan Blockretaining
- Drain Rockcrushed
- Filter Fabricdrainage
Related guides
Frequently asked
- Road base vs Class II base?
- In California, Class II is a Caltrans-spec road base. "Road base" is often used generically for any 3/4" minus compactable aggregate. Class II is required for public work; residential jobs often use crushed misc base.