Fill Dirt in Beaverton, OR

Costs vary by supplier, quantity, delivery location, and seasonal availability. In the Portland-Vancouver region, delivered fill-dirt for residential jobs in Beaverton commonly falls in the range of about $25 to $55 per ton; larger orders usually lower the per-ton price. Get a custom quote through Hello Gravel to see exact pricing for your address and any delivery fees or next-day options.

Hello Gravel partners with multiple local suppliers and haulers that serve Beaverton and the Portland-Vancouver metro. Availability changes with regional sourcing, so enter your zip code on our site or contact our team and we will show the suppliers and options for your delivery window. If you need supplier names or material samples, our sales team can request that information before you order.

Calculate volume first: 1,000 sq ft at 4 inches equals about 333 cubic feet, or about 12.3 cubic yards. Using typical fill-dirt weights, plan on roughly 15 to 17 tons delivered to allow for moisture and compaction. We recommend ordering 5-10% extra for settling and grading; use Hello Gravel’s material calculator or contact our team for a precise estimate.

Plain fill-dirt alone is usually not the best long-term solution for erosion-prone slopes in Beaverton’s wet climate. For slope stabilization you’ll likely need engineered fill, proper benching, drainage controls (French drains or outlet), and erosion controls such as geotextile, rip-rap, or vegetation. Consult a civil or geotechnical engineer for steep or high-risk slopes and have contractors compact and test fills to local code.

Fill-dirt can be used in Beaverton, but it does not improve drainage on its own and may hold moisture. In wet climates, plan drainage strategies such as a gravel layer, perforated drainage pipe, or geotextile fabric beneath or alongside the fill to prevent water build-up. If surface drainage or frost heave is a concern, ask your contractor or our team about combining fill-dirt with coarser materials or a drainage system.

Yes, licensed contractors can compact fill-dirt to meet building-code compaction requirements for backfill, but specifications depend on the scope and local permits. Beaverton follows Oregon building and local code standards that may require testing (Proctor and compaction tests) and engineered fill for structural work. Always confirm compaction criteria with your engineer and the City of Beaverton when using fill-dirt near foundations or utilities.

Crushed rock (or crushed rock base) is generally the better long-term choice for driveways because it drains well and resists rutting and settling in Beaverton’s wet winters. Fill-dirt is usually cheaper up front but can settle and hold water, leading to more maintenance and regrading. For a durable driveway consider a crushed rock base with appropriate compaction and a wearing surface rather than relying solely on fill-dirt.

If used as general fill, you should expect some settlement during the first year, especially after wet seasons and freeze-thaw cycles. Light landscaping areas may need topping or regrading within 1 to 3 years, while properly compacted engineered fills can remain stable much longer. Plan for follow-up grading and topsoil/seed after the first major settling period.

Permit needs depend on the amount of fill, changes to drainage, and whether the work affects slopes or public rights-of-way. Small landscaping fills often do not require permits, but larger grading, changes to surface water flow, or fills near critical areas usually trigger permits or approval from the City of Beaverton. Check with Beaverton Building Division or Planning before ordering large volumes, and let Hello Gravel know if you have permit conditions so we can note them on the order.

Yes, common restrictions and potential fees include minimum order requirements (Hello Gravel minimum is 3 tons), tight-access or off-street delivery challenges, permit or parking restrictions, and additional charges for next-day delivery or hard-to-reach drop locations. Dump trucks are typically tri-axle; if your site has narrow access, overhead lines, or HOA rules, note those in Order Notes or contact our team so we can confirm feasibility and any extra costs.