Fill Dirt in Brooklyn, FL

Delivered fill-dirt prices in the Brooklyn, FL area commonly range from about $12 to $28 per cubic yard, all-inclusive depending on distance, supplier, moisture and local demand. Hello Gravel shows exact pricing when you enter your zip code and requests will include delivery fees or note if free delivery applies. For an exact number, request a quote with your delivery address and desired quantity.

Small delivered loads (1–3 cubic yards) typically run $150 to $400, while larger local dump-truck loads (8–12 cubic yards) are commonly $400 to $900, depending on haul distance and availability. Tailgate spreading is available at the driver’s discretion and may add a fee; request it at checkout and plan for possible additional labor costs. Remember Hello Gravel’s minimum order is 3 tons, so check availability for very small loads.

Use the rule: cubic yards = area (sq ft) x depth (in) / 324. For 1,000 sq ft that’s about 6.17 yd3 at 2", 9.26 yd3 at 3", and 12.35 yd3 at 4". Converting to weight (typical fill-dirt ~1.2 tons/yd3) gives roughly 7.4 tons, 11.1 tons, and 14.8 tons respectively; these are approximate and vary with compaction and moisture.

A standard pickup bed typically carries roughly 0.5 to 1.0 cubic yard safely depending on truck size and payload, and 1 ton of fill-dirt is roughly 0.8 to 1.0 cubic yard. For small DIY loads a pickup can work, but Hello Gravel’s delivery uses dump trucks (minimum 3 tons on our platform) and larger orders require professional trucks for proper offloading and safety. If you need less than our minimum, check local suppliers or bagged material at retail stores.

One cubic yard of fill-dirt weighs about 2,200 to 2,400 lb, so expect roughly 44 to 48 50-lb bags per cubic yard depending on moisture and soil type. Bagged material costs more per unit because of packaging and retail markup; bulk delivery is almost always cheaper for projects needing more than a few bags. For small touch-ups buy bags, but for any multi-yard job get a bulk quote.

Costs vary by length and design, but for a 20-ft-wide by 50-ft-long driveway (1,000 sq ft) expect roughly 18–13 cubic yards of base material for a 4–6" fill-dirt base and another 9–12 yd3 of top gravel. Materials plus delivery for both base and topstone typically run $800 to $2,000, and labor for grading, compacting and spreading can add $800 to $2,500 depending on equipment and crew size, so a ballpark total is $1,600 to $4,500. Get a local quote with exact dimensions and requested compaction to firm up numbers.

In the Florida Region the least expensive options are common borrow or bank-run fill (unprocessed native sandy fill) and screened fill if available; prices often range from about $8 to $18 per cubic yard or about $6 to $14 per ton. Prices depend on how much processing, screening, and hauling is required; Hello Gravel displays supplier-specific prices when you enter your delivery address. If color or compaction quality matters, consider paying more for screened or engineered fill.

Clear vegetation and organic topsoil before placing fill, and work in 4" to 6" lifts, compacting each lift with a plate compactor or roller to avoid future settling. Use geotextile fabric where poor soils or heavy loads are present to separate existing organic layers from structural fill and improve stability, and slope or install drains to move water away from buildings—Florida’s rainy climate makes drainage especially important. Avoid adding fill on saturated ground; do work in drier weather when possible or use heavier compaction equipment.

Small crews often charge $35 to $85 per hour per worker, while flat-rate jobs for spreading and grading small deliveries commonly run $150 to $600 depending on size, access, and whether machinery is needed. Equipment rental or heavy machinery operators (bobcat, skid steer) can add $100 to $250 per hour; many contractors price based on the job rather than strict hourly rates. Ask for an itemized quote showing labor, equipment, and travel charges.

Yes — mixes like crusher-run or compactable base stone are widely available locally and are often used as a low-cost alternative for small pads, sheds, and patios; typical bulk cost is about $30 to $60 per cubic yard. Compacted stone gives a stable, permeable surface but doesn’t provide the tensile strength or finish of poured concrete, so it’s best for sheds, walkways or temporary driveways rather than structural foundations. For load-bearing or long-term driveways consider engineered base design or consult a contractor.