Lime Rock Base (FDOT Code 01) — Certified Base Material for Florida Construction
Lime Rock Base is Florida's standard foundation material for driveways, roads, parking lots, and building pads. Certified under FDOT Code 01 with a minimum Limerock Bearing Ratio (LBR) of 100, it compacts to a dense, stable surface that supports heavy loads and resists settling. Enter your ZIP for local pricing and delivery.
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Overview
What Is Lime Rock Base (FDOT Code 01)?
Lime Rock Base is Florida's most widely used base material. Certified under FDOT Code 01, it provides a dense, stable foundation under driveways, roads, parking lots, building pads, and concrete slabs. When properly compacted, limerock base achieves high bearing ratios and excellent structural support — making it the standard for both residential and commercial construction across Florida.
Common Uses
- Driveways
- Road base
- Parking lots
- Building pads
- Concrete slab foundations
- Sidewalk base
- Structural foundations
Not Recommended For
- Top surface layer (needs finish material)
- Drainage applications
- Garden beds
- Landscaping surface
- Erosion control
Product Specifications
| Material Family | Aggregates |
|---|---|
| ASTM Standard | FDOT Section 911 / Code 01. Min LBR 100. |
| Density | ~3,200 lbs/yd³ (~1.6 tons/yd³) |
| Color | White to light gray (Florida limerock) |
| pH | Alkaline (8.0–8.5) |
| Gradation | Max 3" down to dust. Min 35% passing #200 sieve. Well-graded for max compaction. |
| Sold by | Ton |
| Minimum order | 1 ton |
| Max single load | 22 tons |
| Calculator buffer | 15% |
Quantity Guide
1 ton covers ~65 sq ft at 4" depth; 1 yd³ covers ~80 sq ft at 4" depth. Standard driveway base: 6–8" depth.
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How Delivery Works
- Professional dump truck delivers to your location
- Driver contacts you before arrival
- Material is placed at the most accessible spot on your property
- Add placement notes and access instructions during checkout
What to Expect
- Heavy, dusty when dry. Needs compaction equipment. Water during compaction for best results.
- Delivery window is typically a morning or afternoon slot.
- You'll receive order confirmation, delivery reminders, and a photo proof of delivery.
- Allow clear truck access to the preferred dump location.
Delivery Area
We deliver across 50+ Florida markets. Enter your ZIP code above to check availability and pricing for your location.
Reviews
"Ordered 3 yards for my backyard. Soil was clean, dark, and easy to work with. Delivery showed up on time and the driver placed it exactly where I asked."
Mike R. · Tampa, FL · Backyard landscaping · Feb 2026
"Perfect topsoil for my new vegetable garden. No large rocks or debris. The pricing was clear upfront and scheduling online was a breeze."
Sarah L. · Orlando, FL · Raised garden beds · Jan 2026
"Good quality material. Used it to level out some low spots and topdress my lawn before seeding. Grass came in great."
David T. · Jacksonville, FL · Lawn overseeding · Nov 2025
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