Fill Dirt in Monte Rio, CA

Expect a wide range depending on screening, moisture, and access: roughly $15 to $45 per ton (about $18 to $55 per cubic yard) delivered as a ballpark. Remote deliveries or tight access in Monte Rio can push prices toward the high end; Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum and may apply surcharges for small loads or difficult drop locations.

Hello Gravel connects you with local Sonoma County suppliers and haulers that serve Monte Rio; specific vendors vary by zip code. Typical minimums start at 3 tons (our platform minimum), most deliveries use tri-axle dump trucks, and many areas get free delivery while remote or tight-access drops may incur an extra fee.

Common options are screened (clean) fill, mixed/unwashed fill, and engineered or structural fill. Use screened fill for under patios, pavers, and any application needing reliable compaction; mixed fill is fine for general yard build-ups where appearance and long-term settlement are not critical; engineered fill is recommended for structural work and should be specified by an engineer.

Small jobs often need an excavator and a plate compactor, while larger or sloped sites usually require a skid-steer or small roller and multiple lifts compacted in 4 to 8 inch layers. Because Monte Rio has hilly, sometimes wet ground, proper moisture control and heavier compaction equipment are important to reduce future settlement and erosion.

Small residential deliveries usually do not need a permit, but any work that affects drainage, involves significant grading on slopes, or is near the Russian River or wetlands may trigger Sonoma County permits or environmental review. Before large fills or changes to slope/drainage, check with Sonoma County Permit and Resource Management and mention the site to our team so we can flag potential issues.

Monte Rio’s wet winters and hillier terrain increase erosion and the chance of washouts if fill is not compacted and drained properly. Plan for drainage (ditches, swales, or pipes), use erosion controls (straw, mats, or plants) on exposed slopes, and compact in lifts to improve stability over time.

Yes — Monte Rio has narrow, winding roads and some posted weight limits or low-clearance bridges that can prevent large dump trucks from reaching a site. When ordering, provide photos of driveway and street access and note gates or tight turns; Hello Gravel can arrange smaller trucks or a nearby offload point if needed.

A 1,000 sq ft area raised 6 inches equals 500 cubic feet or about 18.5 cubic yards. Using common conversions, that is roughly 22 to 28 tons depending on how compacted the material is (use 1.2 tons/yd3 for loose material and up to 1.5 tons/yd3 for compacted fill); order an extra 5 to 10% for settlement and grading waste.

Screened fill has fewer organics and rocks, so it compacts more consistently and is better under patios, foundations, and pavers; it usually costs more. Mixed or state-runner fill is cheaper but can contain organics and debris that cause uneven settling, so it’s best used for non-structural backfill or temporary berms.

Fill dirt alone is not a good wearing surface for driveways because it compacts poorly for traffic and can rut when wet; use crusher run or road base as the structural base material and cap with gravel or paving. Decomposed granite can work for low-traffic, decorative drives but may need more maintenance in Monte Rio’s rainy seasons.

If properly installed (screened fill, compacted lifts, and a gravel base), maintenance is minimal — you may only need occasional spot tamping or topping after heavy storms. Repair costs vary widely: minor spot fixes are relatively inexpensive, while regrading and replacing base material are costlier; contact Hello Gravel with photos and we can estimate material and delivery for a repair job.