Versatile, lower-grade soil commonly used for volume and elevation changes in various construction and landscaping projects. Great for leveling or grading ground, backfilling pools and filling ditches, and evening out low points or depressions on your property.
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Versatile, lower-grade soil commonly used for volume and elevation changes in various construction and landscaping projects. Great for leveling or grading ground, backfilling pools and filling ditches, and evening out low points or depressions on your property.
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Why Cherokee Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Cherokee is a community with a city population of 7,800 and sits inside a growing regional market—the surrounding metro area population is 2.3+ million, expanding at a growth rate of 2.80% annually. With an average of 228 sunny days per year, an annual rainfall of 34.00 inches, and placement in hardiness zone 8b, homeowners here plan projects that must handle both dry spells and significant wet periods. That steady growth and favorable outdoor season drive steady demand for basic earthwork: grading, driveway rebuilds, raised beds, and foundation backfill. For many DIYers and local contractors, clear material descriptions, accurate quantity estimates, and dependable delivery make the difference between a quick, durable job and costly rework.Popular Projects in Cherokee This Season
- Driveway Fill Dirt Base40 tons
- Yard Regrade Fill Dirt25 tons
- Foundation Backfill Fill Dirt120 tons
- Garage Pad Fill Dirt60 tons
- Septic Mound Fill Dirt35 tons
Cherokee Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West North Carolina
- 🏘️ Population: 7,800
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.3+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 34.00 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 228/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 2.80% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Cherokee Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Temps
- Feb–Apr: Wet Spring Risk
- May–Sept: Drying Aids Compaction
- Dec–Jan: Cold Weather Limits
Summer Tip: Because Cherokee averages 34.00 inches of annual rainfall, place fill dirt in 4–6 inch compacted lifts and provide clear drainage paths to reduce settling and erosion.
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Orders Under 5 Tons - Add 20% extra to your estimated gravel needs.
5+ Ton Orders - Add around 10% to ensure enough additional material on hand.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Cherokee Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in Cherokee.
Hello Gravel requires a minimum order of 3 tons. Delivery to Cherokee depends on whether a local supplier and hauler cover your zip code; many suppliers serving Western North Carolina operate within roughly 10 to 60 miles, but exact availability and fees vary by route and mountain road access. We check zip code availability at checkout and will note any extra charges for remote or restricted-access sites.
Prices vary by supplier and season, but delivered fill dirt in West North Carolina typically ranges from about $10 to $30 per ton, or roughly $12 to $35 per cubic yard. Local factors such as haul distance into the mountains, truck access, and whether material is screened or has organics will affect the final price, so we recommend requesting a quote for an exact delivered price.
Plain fill dirt is useful for raising grade and filling low spots but is not a durable final surface for driveways or pads in Cherokee's wet, freeze-thaw conditions. For long-term performance, use fill dirt only as subgrade material capped with a well-draining engineered base (crushed stone or crusher run) and a top surface designed for traffic. Proper drainage and slope management are essential to prevent washouts and settling on mountain sites.
Remove organic topsoil and unstable material before placing fill. Place fill dirt in 4 to 6 inch lifts, moisture-condition each lift, and compact thoroughly with a plate compactor or roller; for structural areas aim for a high degree of firmness (many contractors target 90% or better relative compaction if required by code). Finish with a granular structural base (crushed stone) and ensure positive surface drainage away from the pad or driveway.
A 20x20 area is 400 square feet. To raise it 3" you need about 3.7 cubic yards (≈ 4.4 to 5.2 tons using 1.2–1.4 tons per cubic yard); for 6" about 7.4 cubic yards (≈ 8.9 to 10.4 tons); and for 12" about 14.8 cubic yards (≈ 17.8 to 20.7 tons). Always order 5% to 10% extra to allow for compaction and settlement, and request a supplier quote for precise weights in your area.
Yes. Large fills may trigger county or tribal permitting, erosion and sediment control requirements, and setbacks near streams or wetlands—check Swain County building and land‑use rules and, if your property is on tribal land, contact the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians tribal offices for guidance. Also verify septic setbacks, road weight limits for heavy trucks, and local stormwater rules before ordering, and call 811 to locate utilities prior to placing material.
Fill dirt compacts but retains fines and can hold water, which increases freeze-thaw movement and erosion risk. Crushed stone or engineered angular base provides consistent drainage, interlock, and strength for driveways and pads, making it a better long-term choice in Cherokee's wet, mountainous climate. A common approach is use fill dirt only to gain grade, then place a compacted crushed-stone base for structural performance.
Common add-ons include truck spreading/tailgate spreading (driver discretion), on-site compaction by contractor, geotextile fabric to separate fill from soft soils, erosion-control measures (silt fence or wattles), and topping with crusher run or gravel. Customers also request weekend or next-day delivery windows and notes about steep drive access, which can affect truck size and pricing.
Provide clear access instructions, a level turnout or staging area for the truck, and whether steep, narrow, or load‑restricted roads are involved. Smaller trucks may be required for steep or tight sites, which can increase cost; consider hiring a local contractor for spreading and compaction and confirm the driver can safely access and dump before the scheduled delivery.
As of today, we require 2 business days for delivery.
Use our material calculator here: https://hellogravel.com/calculator/ to enter the length, width and depth measurements of your project. It will automatically calculate the cubic yards/tons needed. If you are unsure how much to order, contact our team for guidance.
Please type in your zip code on any product screen and it will let you know if we service your area. The chances are that we do!
The material will be delivered via dump truck. If your order is under 20 tons, then it will likely be just one dump truck load. If your order is more than 20 tons, it will be more than one dump truck load.
Absolutely! Try our aggregate quiz here: https://hellogravel.com/aggregate-quiz/ Alternatively,you can call us, chat with us (box in the bottom right corner of the website), or email us!
We cannot get out of the truck and manually spread it. However, depending on the location, safety, and comfortability of the driver – we may be able to tailgate spread your material. This involves pulling the truck forward as material is being dumped to make it easier for you to distribute material after delivery.
The minimum order size is 3 tons.
Hassle Free! Our goal is to make the buying process for gravel and other aggregates as easy and seamless as possible. Enter your zip code on our site, select how much material you need (see below FAQ’s to determine order size), select the date and time frame you would like your material delivered at Checkout, and place your order with any major credit card. After the order is placed our in-house support team will contact you to confirm the details. We will send additional confirmations on the day before and the day of delivery. On delivery day, a dump truck will arrive to dump the materials at your specified location. We request that you have someone available to accept the delivery so that we can make sure to dump it in the correct location. That’s it!
No, because we are a national supplier, we utilize our existing network of suppliers across the country. Therefore, the materials will likely be delivered from a contracted trucking company.
We specialize in making the aggregate buying process as easy and seamless as possible by managing the process from end to end. We have a network of suppliers that we source the materials from where we have negotiated rates. However, we do charge a markup and because of this you may be able to find the materials cheaper on your own. But if you want a hassle free experience, then we are for you!
Please fill out the Quote Request form and we will work up a quote for you! https://hellogravel.com/quote-form/
Although uncommon, due to regional sourcing, the type and color of our materials may vary somewhat from the images on our website, reflecting the unique geological offerings of your area. Please communicate any specifications you desire to our team so we can consider them during the sourcing process.
Please contact our customer service team promptly if you experience any delivery or product quality issues. We will work to resolve them satisfactorily.
We are headquartered in New Orleans, LA. However, we have a network of suppliers across the country from which we provide the materials.
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