Fill Dirt in Treasure Island, FL

A typical tri-axle dump truck in the Treasure Island area carries about 10–14 cubic yards of fill dirt. Delivered price depends on local supplier rates and truck fees, but expect roughly $200–$600 for a full truckload in West Florida (varies with yard price, delivery distance, and seasonal demand). Hello Gravel requires a 3-ton minimum order and shows delivered pricing in checkout for your zip code.

Yes—plain fill dirt is usually cheaper per yard than crushed gravel because it is unprocessed earth without stones or soil amendments. However, gravel is better for driveways because it drains and compacts differently; total project cost can be higher for gravel once you factor in base layers and installation needs.

Use this rule: cubic yards = (square feet x depth in inches) / 324. For a 20x20 area (400 sq ft) you need about 2.5 yd at 2u0022 depth, 5 yd at 4u0022, and 7.5 yd at 6u0022. For a 100 ft driveway that is 10 ft wide (1,000 sq ft) you need about 6.2 yd at 2u0022, 12.3 yd at 4u0022, and 18.5 yd at 6u0022.

Delivered fill dirt prices in Treasure Island commonly range from about $18–$45 per cubic yard depending on supplier and access; per-ton pricing varies because moisture and soil type change weight, but a rough range is $15–$30 per ton. One cubic yard of fill dirt typically weighs about 1.2–1.5 tons, so check Hello Gravel's delivered quote for exact local pricing and weight assumptions.

Fill dirt is commonly used to raise grades and fill low spots before sod or pavers, but it lacks the organic matter of topsoil so you may need topsoil on the surface for planting. Hello Gravel can deliver fill dirt to Treasure Island addresses, but our drivers do not guarantee compaction; tailgate spreading is available at the driver's discretion and we recommend hiring or renting a compactor and compacting in 4–6u0022 lifts for a stable result.

Physically, one cubic yard can fit in the bed of some full-size pickup trucks, and that volume typically weighs 1.2–1.5 tons which may be within a truck's payload limit. Hello Gravel has a minimum order (3 tons), so for smaller quantities you should check checkout options or contact our team for possible small-load solutions from local suppliers; availability varies by area.

One cubic yard equals 27 cubic feet. At 1u0022 depth it covers about 324 sq ft, at 2u0022 about 162 sq ft, at 4u0022 about 81 sq ft, and at 6u0022 about 54 sq ft. A typical wheelbarrow holds 3–4 cubic feet, so one cubic yard is roughly 6–9 wheelbarrow loads depending on wheelbarrow size.

Yes—compaction is important in coastal sandy soils to avoid future settling, especially for driveways, patios, or building pads; best practice is compacting in 4–6u0022 lifts with a plate compactor or roller. Hello Gravel coordinates delivery and tailgate spreading may be available at the driver's discretion, but we do not guarantee mechanical compaction services—hire a local contractor or rent equipment for proper compaction.

Yes—placing compacted fill dirt as a subgrade and then adding a gravel base is common for driveways. In Treasure Island's sandy, coastal environment we recommend compacting the fill, installing a geotextile fabric if subgrade is unstable, and then adding 3–6u0022 of crushed stone or base material for drainage and load-bearing; Hello Gravel can deliver both fill dirt and suitable gravel products.

For beachfront or low-lying lots, consider topsoil (for planting), structural or engineered fill (specified gradation and compaction), or imported sand mixes recommended by an engineer for flood-prone sites. Topsoil typically costs more than plain fill dirt and engineered fill is usually pricier still because of testing and processing—expect topsoil roughly in the mid-to-high price range and engineered fill at a higher premium depending on specs; request specific quotes in checkout or contact our team for recommendations.

Contact Hello Gravel as soon as possible to request order changes; we can often accommodate modifications before the order is processed or dispatched. Standard delivery is 2+ business days and next-day delivery is available for orders placed before noon CST for an additional fee, but changes and faster delivery depend on supplier and truck availability.