Fill Dirt in North Ogden, UT

Typical delivered fill-dirt in North Ogden often ranges from about $10–$35 per cubic yard (roughly $15–$45 per ton), depending on supplier, haul distance, and delivery access. Hello Gravel lists upfront pricing for the Salt Lake City metro and has a 3-ton minimum; request a quote to see exact delivery fees for your address.

To raise 1,000 sq ft by 6 inches you need 1,000 ft2 x 0.5 ft = 500 cubic feet, which is about 18.5 cubic yards (round to 19 cu yd). In tons that is roughly 23–27 tons depending on material density; plan to order about 10% extra to allow for compaction and settling, so order about 21 cu yd (about 25–30 tons).

Plain fill-dirt can settle and hold moisture, which increases frost-heave risk in North Ogden’s cold winters. For freeze-thaw zones and slopes, contractors usually prefer well-graded, compactable fill with good drainage or a granular base (or combine fill-dirt with drainage layers and proper compaction) to reduce movement and erosion.

Contractors typically avoid organic topsoil and use clean, low-organic, compactable fill or engineered fill for backfill around foundations. For North Ogden, many pros use a sand/gravel mix or granular fill compacted in lifts to meet local code and to promote drainage; always confirm local building requirements and compaction testing if required.

Crushed rock (a compactable base material) is the better choice for a driveway base because it supports loads, drains well, and resists frost heave. Fill-dirt is useful for raising grade or filling low spots, but it should not be the primary structural base under a driveway in North Ogden’s freeze-thaw climate.

Costs vary with site access, slope, and project size; expect contractor rates in the Salt Lake City area to commonly fall between about $50–$125 per hour for an operator and small machine, or roughly $1–$3 per cubic yard as a flat spreading/compaction charge. For an accurate price, get local bids and mention North Ogden access, slope, and desired compaction specs.

Hello Gravel sources local suppliers around North Ogden and the Salt Lake City metro and can show available fill-dirt options and delivery windows. Delivery is by dump truck (minimum 3 tons); some suppliers or local contractors offer spreading and compaction for an extra fee, while Hello Gravel drivers may offer tailgate spreading at their discretion but cannot guarantee it.

Small top-dressing or minor grading often does not require a permit, but larger grading, retaining walls, changes to drainage, or work on steep slopes may need a permit and inspection from North Ogden City or Weber County. Check with the North Ogden City Building Department before starting major fill or regrading and include permit questions when you request a Hello Gravel delivery quote.