Fill Dirt in Port Costa, CA

Yes. In Port Costa, fill dirt is usually cheaper per ton than decorative gravel because it is a lower-spec material used mainly to raise grade or fill holes. Prices still vary by local supply, truck distance, and moisture content, so Hello Gravel can provide a site-specific quote.

Prices vary by source and delivery distance, but in the Port Costa area fill dirt typically ranges from about $15 to $60 per ton. Local factors like haul distance from the supplier, seasonal demand, and wetness of the dirt affect the final price, and Hello Gravel requires a 3-ton minimum per order.

Fill dirt is fine soil with some small rock and clay used to build up or level ground, while gravel is a coarse, rock-based material used for drainage and surfaces. Fill dirt compacts to support grade changes but drains poorly, whereas gravel drains well and provides a stable wearing surface.

A typical tri-axle dump truck carries about 10 to 12 cubic yards, which can equal roughly 8 to 15 tons of fill dirt depending on moisture and compaction. In Port Costa the delivered cost for a single truckload usually varies widely with distance and supplier, so contact Hello Gravel for an exact truckload price and delivery fee.

To estimate, multiply area by depth: for 1,000 sq ft at 6 inches (0.5 ft) you need 500 cubic feet or about 18.5 cubic yards. Fill dirt typically weighs about 1.2 to 1.5 tons per cubic yard loose, so that 18.5 cu yd equals roughly 22 to 28 tons; adjust for compaction and final grade.

A tri-axle truck commonly used by Hello Gravel holds about 10 to 12 cubic yards, which for fill dirt typically equals about 12 to 18 tons depending on moisture and compaction. Exact tonnage varies by truck type and material density, so ask your Hello Gravel quote for the specific truck assigned to your delivery.

Buy in bulk from a local supplier to reduce haul charges, and schedule delivery on a weekday when demand and rates are often lower. Using Hello Gravel lets you compare local suppliers and get transparent pricing and delivery bundled so you can find the most cost-effective option for Port Costa.

You can place gravel over compacted fill dirt, but the fill must be properly compacted and graded first to avoid settling and washouts. In many Port Costa yards we recommend compaction, a geotextile fabric to separate materials, and a compacted base layer before installing surface gravel to ensure stability.

No. Fill dirt contains fines and clay and generally does not drain well, so it is a poor choice for creating drainage-filled holes. For drainage you should use clean drain rock or gravel and proper pipe or bedding; use fill dirt only to restore grade where drainage is not required.

Costs depend on driveway size and depth. For a 20 ft by 50 ft driveway (1,000 sq ft) with a 6-inch fill dirt base you would need about 22 to 28 tons of fill dirt; at $15 to $60 per ton that base material would cost roughly $330 to $1,680 plus delivery and gravel topcoat costs. Request a Hello Gravel quote for an accurate, site-specific estimate including truck delivery and any spreading options.