Fill-dirt in Fort Morgan, CO

Typical delivered prices in the Fort Morgan area usually fall in a broad range because of source and haul differences; expect roughly $10 to $35 per ton. Exact cost depends on supplier availability, moisture content, truck access, and whether spreading is requested, so request a quote through Hello Gravel for a firm price.

Local fill-dirt usually comes from nearby farm pits, landscaping yards, construction site recycled stockpiles, and regional aggregate producers from the Front Range and Eastern Plains (areas like Greeley and Sterling). Hello Gravel connects you with vetted local suppliers and haulers in the Fort Morgan area so you get options without calling multiple companies.

A typical tri-axle dump truck used for Hello Gravel deliveries in our region will carry about 10 to 14 cubic yards, which translates to roughly 12 to 18 tons depending on moisture and material density. For estimating, use 1 cubic yard ≈ 1.2 tons for common fill-dirt (loose); 1 ton ≈ 0.8 cubic yards, and always confirm conversion with your supplier for your order.

Compact fill in thin lifts of about 6 to 8 inches (compacted thickness) and work each lift to proper moisture before compaction. For small areas use a plate compactor and for larger areas use a vibratory roller, aiming for roughly 90% to 95% of Standard Proctor for structural fills; doing this reduces settlement and freeze-thaw damage over time.

Fill-dirt is fine for building up grade and backfilling but is not a durable driving surface in Fort Morgan's freeze-thaw conditions. For driveways and farm lanes, place fill-dirt only to bring grade to the desired level, then cap with 4 to 6 inches of road base or crusher run to provide load-bearing strength and better freeze-thaw performance.

Hello Gravel's minimum order is 3 tons. Many local deliveries have no fee or a modest fee depending on distance and access; in the Fort Morgan area delivery charges commonly range from waived to about $25 to $100 for remote or difficult-access drops, and next-day delivery carries an additional fee if requested.

Clayey spots around Fort Morgan can hold water and cause fill-dirt to stay wet, which increases settlement and expansion on freeze-thaw cycles. Addressing drainage with slopes, swales, or a permeable layer under the fill, and avoiding placing poor-quality fill where water collects will greatly improve long-term performance.

Local labor and equipment costs vary by job size and site access; small jobs using a skid-steer and operator typically run $75 to $150 per hour, while day rates for a crew with machines are higher. If contractors price by volume, turnkey spread-and-compact work commonly falls in the range of about $8 to $25 per cubic yard depending on access, compaction specs, and cleanup needs; get onsite estimates for accuracy.

Measure the area (length x width) and the desired finished depth in feet, multiply to get cubic feet, then divide by 27 to get cubic yards; convert cubic yards to tons using about 1.2 tons per cubic yard as an estimate. Use Hello Gravel's material calculator or request a free quote and schedule delivery online or by calling 855-241-8884 (text 844-407-3734) for a site-specific recommendation.