Fill Dirt in Augusta, ME

Use fill dirt when you need to raise low areas, build up grade, or backfill around foundations; use gravel when you need drainage, a stable surface, or a driveway base. Fill dirt is usually cheaper per cubic yard than crushed stone, but regional supply and hauling change prices. Order both through Hello Gravel to compare local suppliers, get transparent pricing, and schedule delivery to your Augusta address.

Typical tri-axle dump trucks used in the Augusta area carry about 10 to 12 cubic yards of loose fill dirt per load. One cubic yard of fill dirt generally weighs about 1.0 to 1.5 tons depending on moisture and compaction, so a full tri-axle load will commonly weigh in the range of roughly 10 to 18 tons. Keep Hello Gravel's minimum order (3 tons) in mind when ordering small amounts.

One cubic yard equals 27 cubic feet and covers about 162 sq ft at 2 inches, 108 sq ft at 3 inches, 81 sq ft at 4 inches, and 54 sq ft at 6 inches. A typical 10 to 12 cubic yard truckload will therefore cover roughly 1,620 to 1,944 sq ft at 2 inches, 1,080 to 1,296 sq ft at 3 inches, 810 to 972 sq ft at 4 inches, or 540 to 648 sq ft at 6 inches. Always account for compaction and settling by ordering a bit extra.

You will need about 6.2 cubic yards for a 2u0022 depth and about 9.3 cubic yards for 3u0022; for 4u0022 you need about 12.4 cubic yards and for 6u0022 about 18.5 cubic yards. Typical delivered fill dirt pricing in West Maine varies, but a reasonable range is about $20 to $45 per cubic yard depending on supplier, haul distance, and moisture; using that range, 1,000 sq ft at 2u0022 would run roughly $125 to $280, at 3u0022 roughly $185 to $420, at 4u0022 roughly $250 to $560, and at 6u0022 roughly $370 to $830. For an accurate price, get a local Hello Gravel quote for your Augusta zip code.

No, 2 inches of fill dirt is not sufficient for a driveway in Augusta. In freeze-thaw climates like central Maine you should plan for a properly graded, well-draining base: typically 8 to 12 inches of compacted granular material (bank run or crushed stone) beneath the surface layer, plus geotextile fabric and good drainage where needed. Use fill dirt only to establish grade or replace subsoil; finish driveways with appropriate crushed stone or gravel for stability and frost resistance.

If you have a truck and time, picking up directly at a local pit or supplier can be cheapest because you avoid hauling fees, but that requires more labor and sometimes permits. For most homeowners, bulk delivery arranged through Hello Gravel is easiest and often competitively priced because we connect you to local suppliers and haulers and show delivery costs up front. Compare pickup and delivery on your Hello Gravel quote to see what saves you the most for your Augusta project.

Hello Gravel works with local quarries and material suppliers serving Augusta and Kennebec County, and most of those suppliers offer dump-truck delivery to residential sites. Availability and material texture vary by local geology, so check product notes and photos in the quote and add delivery instructions at checkout. Enter your zip code on Hello Gravel to see nearby suppliers, pricing, and delivery windows.

No, fill dirt mixed with sand is not an acceptable substitute for concrete for a structural pad. Fill dirt will settle and is not load-bearing in the way concrete is; for a simple pad use compacted crushed stone or gravel base and consider poured concrete or properly compacted aggregate with edging depending on loads. If you only need a short-term, light-use surface, discuss alternatives with our team so you get a safe, durable solution for Augusta's climate.

Quick examples: to raise 1,000 sq ft by 1 inch you need about 3.1 cubic yards; by 6 inches you need about 18.5 cubic yards. For backfilling a foundation, a 50-foot run at 1 foot deep and 3 feet wide is about 18.5 cubic yards. Convert cubic yards to tons using roughly 1.0 to 1.5 tons per cubic yard for fill dirt in Maine, and always round up for compaction and waste; use Hello Gravel's calculator or request a quote for precise estimates.

Some local suppliers offer on-site estimates or same-day delivery depending on capacity, but services vary by hauler and season. Hello Gravel provides instant online quotes, shows available delivery dates (standard is 2+ business days) and offers a next-day option for orders placed before noon CST; for on-site visits or urgent delivery, contact our sales team at 855-241-8884 or text 844-407-3734. We will coordinate with local suppliers in Augusta to find the best timing and material for your project.