Fill Dirt in Citra, FL

Delivered prices in the Citra/West Florida area typically vary by supplier, distance, and moisture content. Expect roughly $12–$40 per cubic yard delivered, or about $150–$450 for a typical tri-axle truckload (about 10–12 cubic yards). Additional fees can apply for next-day delivery, remote drop locations, or difficult access. Hello Gravel’s minimum order is 3 tons; check your zip code and get a quote for an exact price.

Yes — fill dirt is generally cheaper because it is subsoil with low organic matter and is used for bulk grading and compaction rather than growing plants. If you plan to landscape or plant, most Citra homeowners buy fill dirt for elevation work and then cap it with 2–4 inches of topsoil or compost, which adds cost but is necessary for healthy planting.

One cubic yard is a 3 ft by 3 ft by 3 ft cube (27 cubic feet). It will cover about 100 square feet at roughly 3 inches deep, or 50 square feet at about 6 inches deep. In Citra, fill dirt typically weighs about 1.2–1.5 tons per cubic yard (2,400–3,000 lbs), but weight varies with moisture and local composition.

Fill dirt is subsoil removed from other excavations and sold to raise grades, build pads, or fill voids; it contains little organic material. In the Citra area it is often sandier than northern soils and may include some clay, shell, or small limestone fragments depending on the supplier. It’s intended for structural fill and grading, not for planting unless mixed or topped with topsoil.

Measure the area in square feet and the depth you want in feet, then use this formula: (area in sq ft × depth in ft) ÷ 27 = cubic yards. For example, a 10 ft × 10 ft area raised 6 inches (0.5 ft) needs (100 × 0.5) ÷ 27 ≈ 1.85 cubic yards. Add 5–15% extra for compaction and settling, and remember Hello Gravel’s 3-ton minimum when ordering.

Yes — Hello Gravel works with local haulers who use tri-axle dump trucks that commonly serve rural Citra, but access constraints matter. Provide driveway photos, note low-hanging wires, tight gates, or soft ground when ordering; trucks typically need room to turn and a stable drop spot. Drivers may perform tailgate spreading at their discretion if requested at checkout, but spreading is not guaranteed for safety and equipment reasons.

Possibly — adding fill can change drainage patterns and may affect wetlands, easements, septic systems, or local setback rules in Marion County. For projects that alter grade significantly, affect neighboring drainage, or involve septic system work, check with the Marion County building or environmental department before ordering. If you’re unsure, contact Hello Gravel’s team for advice and consider hiring a local contractor or engineer for larger grading jobs.