Fill Dirt in Colquitt, GA

Yes, fill dirt is generally cheaper than decorative gravel in Colquitt because it is raw subsoil without screening or decorative stone. Final price depends on volume, delivery distance, and composition; Hello Gravel requires a 3-ton minimum order and can provide a local quote for exact pricing.

Fill dirt pricing in West Georgia varies by supplier, distance, and whether the material contains clay, rock, or organics. Instead of a fixed number, request a Hello Gravel quote for Colquitt to get an up-to-date delivered price—we factor in local sourcing and truck delivery costs.

Most tri-axle dump trucks used by our partners carry about 10 to 12 cubic yards of fill dirt, which often equals roughly 12 to 18 tons depending on moisture and clay content. For smaller jobs we offer minimum orders starting at 3 tons; contact us for full-truck pricing and availability in Colquitt.

Use the rule: cubic yards = (area in sq ft * depth in inches) / 324. For example, to raise a 1,000 sq ft area by 2 inches you need about 6.2 cubic yards, which at typical Colquitt densities (about 1.2–1.5 tons per cubic yard) equals roughly 7.5–9.5 tons.

Most standard pickup beds do not hold a full cubic yard safely when material is heaped; a full-size truck may carry close to 1 cubic yard spread evenly but weight limits and local road rules still apply. For predictable results in Colquitt, order by the ton through Hello Gravel or rent proper hauling if you plan to move dirt yourself.

One cubic yard is 27 cubic feet, roughly a 3 ft by 3 ft by 3 ft cube. With a standard wheelbarrow holding about 2 cubic feet, expect approximately 13 to 15 wheelbarrow loads to move one cubic yard, depending on how full you load each wheelbarrow.

Coverage depends on how deep you need the fill. As a rule, 1 ton of fill dirt in Colquitt is roughly 0.65 to 0.85 cubic yards, so at 2 inches depth you could cover about 150 to 200 sq ft; use the cubic yards formula to get an exact area for your desired depth.

You can add fill dirt over existing soil for grading or building up low spots, but proper compaction and drainage are essential to avoid future settling. In West Georgia's variable soils, we recommend compacting in layers and, for load-bearing areas, consulting a contractor before placing heavy fill or surfacing with gravel or pavement.

Delivery weight depends on the truck and material density; a tri-axle load typically delivers roughly 12 to 18 tons of fill dirt. If you need a precise tonnage for your Colquitt project, ask Hello Gravel for the truck type and expected tons when you request a quote.

Yes, fill dirt is usually less expensive than topsoil because it is subsoil with minimal organic matter and less processing. Topsoil is screened and contains organic material for planting, so it costs more and is not a suitable substitute when you need a planting medium.

First calculate square footage: a 20 ft wide driveway by 50 ft long is 1,000 sq ft. If you need a 6-inch compacted base, that is about 18.5 cubic yards (1,000 * 6 / 324), which at 1.2–1.5 tons per cubic yard equals approximately 22–28 tons; contact Hello Gravel for a Colquitt-specific delivery plan and compaction advice.

A typical tri-axle truck carrying 10 to 12 cubic yards contains about 270 to 324 cubic feet of material. Dividing by a standard 2 cubic foot wheelbarrow gives roughly 135 to 162 wheelbarrow loads, so moving a full truck by hand is a major job—consider machine assistance or professional spreading.

Order the right quantity (larger loads lower price per ton), choose local suppliers to reduce haul distance, and schedule standard delivery rather than rush. Use Hello Gravel to check local availability, get transparent quotes, and compare options before you confirm your Colquitt 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.