Fill Dirt delivery in Yadkin County, NC

For Yadkin County, expect fill-dirt to run roughly $8 to $18 per cubic yard, or about $9 to $22 per ton. Prices vary with haul distance, supplier stock, and whether the dirt is screened or contains rock; get a delivery quote for the most accurate price.

Yes—fill-dirt in NC, including Yadkin County, is usually cheaper than crushed base or #57 stone because it is unprocessed material. Typical gap: fill-dirt often falls in the $8 to $18/cu yd range while crushed stone or base commonly costs more due to quarrying and screening; exact differences depend on local suppliers.

A 10-yard load (about 10 cu yd) of fill-dirt in Yadkin County typically costs between $200 and $600 delivered, depending on material price and delivery distance. That load equals roughly 11 to 13 tons (use 1.1–1.3 tons per cu yd for estimates), so long hauls or tight-access drops can push the total toward the high end.

Hello Gravel’s minimum order is 3 tons and standard delivery requires 2+ business days; next-day delivery is available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee. Deliveries in rural Yadkin County may have additional access fees, and tailgate spreading is possible at the driver’s discretion but never guaranteed—add notes at checkout and provide clear access instructions.

Use the formula: cu yd = area (sq ft) * depth (ft) / 27. For 1,000 sq ft: 1" ≈ 3.09 cu yd (≈3.9 tons), 3" ≈ 9.26 cu yd (≈11.6 tons), 4" ≈ 12.35 cu yd (≈15.4 tons), 6" ≈ 18.52 cu yd (≈23.2 tons). These estimates assume about 1.25 tons per cubic yard; soil compaction and moisture can change the final tonnage.

Typical single-car driveways (about 10' x 40' = 400 sq ft) need roughly 1.2 cu yd per inch of depth; at 6" depth that’s about 6.7 cu yd (≈8–9 tons). A double-car driveway (roughly 20' x 50' = 1,000 sq ft) at 6" depth needs about 18.5 cu yd (≈23 tons). Adjust for existing subgrade and compaction needs.

One acre = 43,560 sq ft. At 6" (0.5 ft) you need about 806.7 cu yd (≈1,008 tons); at 12" (1 ft) about 1,613.3 cu yd (≈2,017 tons), using 1.25 tons per cu yd for estimates. For large acreage in Yadkin County, factor in trucking logistics, staging area, and possible county permits.

One ton of fill-dirt is roughly 0.8 cubic yards. That covers about 259 sq ft at 1" depth, about 86 sq ft at 3" depth, and about 43 sq ft at 6" depth. Use these as quick estimates and order 5–10% extra for waste and settling.

Land-clearing costs vary widely in Yadkin County; rough estimates for clearing 3 acres range from about $2,500 to $12,000 depending on tree density and brush. Some contractors offer hauling and spreading of fill-dirt as add-on services, but many subcontract material delivery; always confirm scope, equipment, and hauling fees before hiring.

Fill-dirt itself does not harden like concrete. If you need a hardened surface, use crushed stone, crusher run, cement-treated base, or engineered stabilizers (e.g., soil stabilizers or resin-bound systems) supplied by local quarries and contractors. Hello Gravel can help deliver base materials to Yadkin County, and local landscape or paving contractors can advise on stabilization products and application.

They serve different purposes: use clean fill-dirt to raise grade or fill low spots where compaction and low organic content are acceptable. Use gravel (crushed stone or crush-and-run) when you need drainage, a stable base, or to support pavement. For Yadkin County projects, call our team for product recommendations—ordering the right material first saves time and rework.

Confirm driveway gate width, overhead clearance, turn radius, and weight limits on private roads; provide GPS and photos when ordering. Check Yadkin County planning for any grading, floodplain, or stormwater permits, and call 811 to locate utilities before heavy fills. Noting septic locations, property lines, and preferred drop points at checkout reduces delays and extra fees.