Fill Dirt in Newton, GA

Fill dirt in Newton typically reflects local clay-rich soils: fine-textured, brown to reddish-brown, and heavier when wet. Use it to raise low areas, level yards, or fill trenches where structural drainage or load-bearing capacity is not required; for driveways and building pads consider mixes or engineered base instead.

Typical local costs for fill dirt delivered to Newton, GA often run between $6 and $20 per ton for material plus delivery, depending on supplier, haul distance, and access. Hello Gravel minimum order is 3 tons, and we recommend getting a quote through the site for an exact delivered price to your zip code.

Multiple local quarries and landscaper suppliers in West Georgia serve Newton, but availability varies by day and season. Minimums commonly range from 3 to 10 tons; Hello Gravel’s platform starts at a 3-ton minimum and will connect you with local suppliers and their exact minimums during checkout.

Newton’s clay-rich soil and humid subtropical climate make fill dirt hold moisture and compact differently than sandy soils; it can become soft and poorly draining during heavy rain. For surfaces that need drainage or load-bearing capacity, add granular material or a crushed-stone base and plan slopes to move water away from structures.

For non-structural fills, compaction testing is often not required, but for foundations, building pads, or engineered fills Newton County or your project engineer may require Proctor compaction tests and field density verification. A common specification is achieving 90-95% of Standard or Modified Proctor density; always confirm permit requirements with Newton County building officials and your engineer.

Fill dirt typically weighs about 1.2 to 1.4 tons per cubic yard depending on moisture and clay content; a practical average to use for estimates is 1.3 tons per cubic yard. For one acre this equals roughly: 3" depth = 403 yd3 ≈ 524 tons, 6" = 806 yd3 ≈ 1,048 tons, 12" = 1,613 yd3 ≈ 2,097 tons. Use Hello Gravel’s material calculator to refine quantities for your site conditions.

Yes. In Newton’s clay soils, blending or capping fill dirt with a layer of sand, crushed stone, or 3/4" compactible base stone greatly improves drainage and load-bearing capacity. For building pads and driveways, contractors commonly use a granular base (several inches of crushed stone) over geotextile fabric before placing fill or topsoil.

Yes. Large grading projects, changes to drainage patterns, or work near streams may require permits or erosion control measures from Newton County and possibly notification to the Georgia EPD. Small residential fills often have fewer restrictions but you should check Newton County permitting and local HOA rules before starting work.

Fill dirt is usually the least expensive material up front but it does not drain or compact as well as crushed stone or engineered fill, so it typically requires more maintenance and has a shorter functional lifespan for driveways. Crushed stone/engineered base costs more per ton but provides better durability and drainage and is usually the recommended choice for a long-lasting driveway in Newton’s climate.

Expect more frequent maintenance after heavy rains, such as regrading ruts, adding material to low spots, and restoring drainage swales; minor residential surfaces may need attention yearly in wet seasons. To reduce ongoing work, install proper drainage, compact in lifts during installation, and consider a stone topping or geotextile reinforcement.

Contractors in Newton typically strip topsoil where needed, place fill in 6" to 12" lifts, moisture-condition and compact each lift to specified density, and use geotextile fabric where soft subgrades are present. They also grade for positive drainage, protect against erosion during storms, and perform compaction testing when required by permits or engineers.

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.