Fill Dirt in Wells Beach, ME

Prices vary by supplier, distance to the pit, and the material type, but a delivered load of fill dirt to Wells Beach commonly falls in a broad estimate range. Expect to pay for the material plus delivery; Hello Gravel requires a 3-ton minimum and offers transparent pricing at checkout—get a zip-code specific quote for an exact number.

Tri-axle dump trucks we use usually carry about 10–14 cubic yards loose (roughly 11–17 tons for fill dirt, depending on moisture and density). One cubic yard covers about 81 sq ft at 4u0022 depth, 54 sq ft at 6u0022 depth, and 27 sq ft at 12u0022 depth—use those numbers to estimate how many loads you need.

Hello Gravel lists most orders by ton with a 3-ton minimum, but some local suppliers price by cubic yard. For planning, use cubic yards to calculate volume on-site and convert to tons (1 cu yd of loose fill dirt generally equals about 1 to 1.3 tons) or contact our team for supplier-specific units and pricing.

Costs depend on the supplier, haul distance, and current market; instead of a firm price we provide location-specific quotes online. You can estimate cost by multiplying your local per-cubic-yard price (quoted in checkout) by 10, and remember to include delivery fees and any additional services like tailgate spreading.

Raw fill dirt is usually cheaper per cubic yard than washed gravel, but it serves different purposes. For grading and raising elevations use fill dirt, then cap with gravel for drainage and wear—this two-step approach often balances cost with long-term performance in coastal Maine.

You can place gravel directly on compacted fill dirt, but the dirt should be properly graded and mechanically compacted in lifts to reduce settlement. In Wells Beach's coastal conditions, we recommend compacting and installing a base course or geotextile in low spots to improve drainage and resist frost heave before topping with gravel.

For a 20x20 area (400 sq ft) at 6u0022 depth you need about 7.4 cubic yards of material for that lift; add extra for compaction and subgrade (typically 10–20% contingency). Exact cost depends on material choice, delivery distance, and labor—use our calculator or request a quote and we can break down material, delivery, and recommended spreading options for Wells Beach.

To estimate, multiply area by depth: volume (cu ft) = area (sq ft) x depth (ft); divide by 27 for cubic yards. As a rule of thumb: 1u0022 depth over 100 sq ft = 0.31 cu yd, 4u0022 depth over 100 sq ft = ~1.2 cu yd—convert to tons using 1–1.3 tons per cu yd for fill dirt and contact us if you want us to calculate exact needs for your Wells Beach lot.

Fill dirt is cost-effective for building up grade and supporting structures, but it does not provide finished drainage or a durable driving surface. Gravel provides drainage, reduces erosion, and is suitable as a finished surface; in coastal Maine it's common to use fill dirt to raise grade then cap with crushed stone or gravel to resist salt, frost heave, and coastal runoff.

Hello Gravel works with local suppliers and haulers nationwide, but delivery availability and any fees depend on local supplier coverage and your zip code in Wells Beach. Standard delivery timing is 2+ business days with next-day available for qualifying orders; check availability and exact delivery fees at checkout or contact our team for a zip-code specific estimate.