Fill Dirt in Ozark, MO

Typical delivered fill-dirt prices in the Ozark area often range from about $10 to $30 per ton, but local supply, moisture content, and truck access can change that. Hello Gravel requires a 3-ton minimum and uses local suppliers and dump trucks with standard delivery of 2+ business days; next-day delivery is available before noon CST for an extra fee. For an accurate quote for your property, check your zip code and get a delivery estimate through Hello Gravel or call our team.

For Ozark's clay-prone soils, contractors usually prefer screened, well-graded fill-dirt that is free of large roots and organic material to get consistent compaction. For driveways and load-bearing pads, it is common to place a compactable granular base (crushed stone or crush-and-run) on top of or instead of raw fill-dirt, because pure fill-dirt in expansive clay conditions can settle or hold water. When ordering, ask for "screened fill-dirt" and discuss local clay conditions with the supplier or Hello Gravel sales team.

Use the formula: cubic yards = (area in sq ft * depth in inches) / 324, then multiply cubic yards by about 1.2 to get tons (fill-dirt density varies with moisture). Examples: to raise a 12x50 ft driveway 3 inches you need about 5.6 cubic yards or roughly 6.7 tons; a 20x50 ft driveway at 3 inches is about 9.3 cubic yards or 11.1 tons; a 30x40 ft building pad raised 6 inches needs about 22.2 cubic yards or 26.7 tons. For exact ordering, measure your area, pick the depth you want, then get a quote from Hello Gravel to account for local material density.

Ozark experiences seasonal freeze-thaw and periods of wet weather that can cause heaving and increased settlement in poorly prepared fills, especially over clay subsoils. Good drainage, removal of organics, and proper compaction in thin lifts reduce freeze-thaw damage and long-term settling. For structural work or where frost heave is a concern, consider engineered backfill, a granular cap, or drainage improvements and consult a local contractor.

Hello Gravel connects you with local suppliers that commonly offer screened fill-dirt and delivery by dump truck; you can request tailgate spreading at checkout but drivers perform that service at their discretion. If you need compaction, Hello Gravel can help you find local haulers and you should ask suppliers or our sales team about partner contractors who provide compaction or indicate whether independent local excavators offer that service. Always confirm compaction responsibilities before delivery to avoid extra site work.

Small landscaping fills usually do not need permits, but larger fills, changes to drainage, or work near streams, floodplains, or wetlands can trigger local permits in the City of Ozark or Christian County. Before ordering large amounts of fill-dirt, check with the City of Ozark Planning Department or Christian County building and zoning to confirm any grading, stormwater, or erosion control requirements. If your project affects neighboring drainage or involves more than a few truckloads, getting permit guidance up front is a smart step.

Crush-and-run or compacted gravel is generally more durable and lower-maintenance for rural driveways and farm lanes in Ozark than raw fill-dirt, because it sheds water and compacts into a stable surface. Fill-dirt can be cheaper upfront for small grade raises, but in clay soils and freeze-thaw climates it will often require more maintenance and regrading. For best results, use fill-dirt for grade adjustments but finish with a compacted crushed stone surface for durability.

Good practices include removing topsoil and organic matter, placing fill in 4- to 6-inch lifts, and compacting each lift with the appropriate equipment until you reach specified density. Provide positive drainage away from structures, consider geotextile fabric over soft spots, and cap the fill with a granular base where traffic or structures are expected. For structural pads or load-bearing areas, follow engineer specifications and local codes rather than DIY compaction targets.

Start by measuring the area and desired depth, use the cubic yard/ton estimates to get a ballpark quantity, then enter your zip code on Hello Gravel to see local availability and pricing. Choose your delivery date at checkout (standard is 2+ business days; next-day is available before noon CST) and add order notes about placement or tailgate spreading; contact our sales team if you need help sizing or want recommendations for local compaction services. Remember the 3-ton minimum and that material appearance can vary by local geology.

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.

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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.