Versatile, lower-grade soil commonly used for volume and elevation changes in various construction and landscaping projects. Great for leveling or grading ground, backfilling pools and filling ditches, and evening out low points or depressions on your property.
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Versatile, lower-grade soil commonly used for volume and elevation changes in various construction and landscaping projects. Great for leveling or grading ground, backfilling pools and filling ditches, and evening out low points or depressions on your property.
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Why Big River Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Big River has a city population of 993,588 and sits inside a steadily growing metro that supports a lot of residential and infrastructure work. With a growth rate of 0.40% annually, ongoing infill and new construction keep demand for basic aggregates high. The local climate — 228 sunny days per year, an annual rainfall of 34.25 inches, and hardiness zone 8b — means homeowners and contractors can work year-round but must plan for occasional wet periods. For yard grading, foundation backfill, and utility trenches, reliable, low-organic fill materials are critical to prevent long-term settling, erosion, and drainage problems; that is why Big River homeowners look for consistent, well-sourced Fill Dirt for their projects. In Big River conditions, Fill Dirt performs well when it is low in organic material, compactable, and locally sourced to match native soils. Properly placed Fill Dirt is ideal for raising grade, stabilizing slopes, and creating level pads for sheds or landscaping while helping direct runoff during the region's 34.25 inches of annual rain. Hello Gravel connects Big River homeowners with vetted local suppliers and professional dump truck fleets, offering clear pricing, scheduled delivery windows, and expert guidance so you get the right Fill Dirt delivered when you need it without the hassle of coordinating suppliers and haulers yourself.Popular Projects in Big River This Season
- Fill Dirt Yard Leveling12 tons
- Fill Dirt Driveway Subgrade35 tons
- Fill Dirt Building Pad350 tons
- Fill Dirt Septic Mound45 tons
- Fill Dirt Retaining Wall Backfill60 tons
Big River Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West California
- 🏘️ Population: 993,588
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.5+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 34.25 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 228/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 0.40% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Big River Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Moisture
- Feb–Apr: Wet Spring Caution
- May–Sept: Dry Summer Shrinkage
- Dec–Jan: Cool Winter Limits
Summer Tip: Use low-organic, compactable Fill Dirt and compact in thin lifts, then grade to shed water away from foundations to handle Big River’s 34.25 inches of annual rain.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Big River Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in Big River.
Prices vary by supplier, distance, volume, and material quality, but expect a rough range of $8 to $25 per cubic yard (about $10 to $30 per ton) delivered in the Big River area. Larger orders usually lower the per-unit price, and Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum. For an exact price for your address, get a quote through our site since local hauling and access can change cost.
For hot, dry climates like Big River, screened fill dirt is fine for raising grade or backfilling but is not a durable driveway surface. Use screened fill to build your subgrade, then install a properly compacted crushed rock or aggregate base for the driveway surface to resist dust and rutting. Always compact in lifts and consider stabilizer products if you expect vehicle traffic on the finished area.
To raise 1,000 square feet by 6 inches you need about 18.5 cubic yards of material (1,000 sq ft x 0.5 ft = 500 cubic ft ÷ 27). Using a common conversion of roughly 1.3 tons per cubic yard, plan on about 24 tons. Use Hello Gravel's calculator or request a quote to confirm for your specific fill dirt type and moisture content.
Yes. Permits and rules vary by jurisdiction; small landscaping fills often have fewer restrictions, but importing large volumes for building pads or grading can trigger county or city permitting, erosion control, and inspection requirements. Check with your local planning or public works office before moving large amounts of dirt, and mention your project when you request a Hello Gravel quote so suppliers can note any hauling restrictions.
Loose, uncompacted fill dirt can erode during heavy rains or flash flows common in parts of West California, so compaction, proper grading, and runoff management are important. Use erosion controls (straw, erosion matting, silt fences), stabilize slopes with vegetation or retaining structures, and direct runoff away from exposed fills. For any site with potential concentrated flows, consider geotextile, riprap, or engineered solutions instead of loose fill alone.
For a garage base, fill dirt alone is not ideal. Use engineered or structural fill placed in 6-inch lifts and compacted to the compaction spec in your building permit; for the immediate base under slabs and floors, a crushed rock or aggregate base is typically required. If you must use fill dirt for grade adjustments, choose screened material for uniform compaction and hire compaction testing for permitted structures.
Delivery costs depend on distance, load size, and access; Hello Gravel often offers free delivery in many areas but may charge for long hauls or small loads, and standard scheduling is 2+ business days with a next-day option for a fee. Tailgate spreading can sometimes be done by drivers at their discretion, but mechanical spreading and compaction are usually charged separately—expect contractor rates from roughly $100 to $400+ per site depending on volume and equipment needs. Ask for a bundled quote that includes hauling, spreading, and compaction so you can compare total costs.
Properly placed and compacted fill dirt requires little routine maintenance, but expect some settling during the first year and after major storms; minor low spots may need top-up. Lifespan depends on use and drainage—as a grade or backfill it can last indefinitely if stable, but exposed non-vegetated fills may need erosion repairs after heavy rain events. Inspect after the first wet season and after storms to catch settling or erosion early.
Crushed rock (or aggregate base and surface materials) is more durable and appropriate for a driveway surface; fill dirt is cheaper for raising grade but is not a durable driving surface and will rut and dust. The cost-effective approach is to use fill dirt only to bring elevations to grade, then install a compacted aggregate base and surface material (crushed rock, decomposed granite, or pavement) to handle traffic and drainage. That combination minimizes cost while delivering long-term performance.
Contractors can source bulk fill dirt through Hello Gravel's network of local suppliers and haulers; availability reflects regional geology so material characteristics will vary. Many suppliers offer bulk pricing discounts for large orders, and some can arrange machinery or recommend local equipment rental partners for spreading and compaction. Contact Hello Gravel with your project details and zip code to get quotes and ask about bulk pricing and equipment options.
As of today, we require 2 business days for delivery.
Use our material calculator here: https://hellogravel.com/calculator/ to enter the length, width and depth measurements of your project. It will automatically calculate the cubic yards/tons needed. If you are unsure how much to order, contact our team for guidance.
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The material will be delivered via dump truck. If your order is under 20 tons, then it will likely be just one dump truck load. If your order is more than 20 tons, it will be more than one dump truck load.
Absolutely! Try our aggregate quiz here: https://hellogravel.com/aggregate-quiz/ Alternatively,you can call us, chat with us (box in the bottom right corner of the website), or email us!
We cannot get out of the truck and manually spread it. However, depending on the location, safety, and comfortability of the driver – we may be able to tailgate spread your material. This involves pulling the truck forward as material is being dumped to make it easier for you to distribute material after delivery.
The minimum order size is 3 tons.
Hassle Free! Our goal is to make the buying process for gravel and other aggregates as easy and seamless as possible. Enter your zip code on our site, select how much material you need (see below FAQ’s to determine order size), select the date and time frame you would like your material delivered at Checkout, and place your order with any major credit card. After the order is placed our in-house support team will contact you to confirm the details. We will send additional confirmations on the day before and the day of delivery. On delivery day, a dump truck will arrive to dump the materials at your specified location. We request that you have someone available to accept the delivery so that we can make sure to dump it in the correct location. That’s it!
No, because we are a national supplier, we utilize our existing network of suppliers across the country. Therefore, the materials will likely be delivered from a contracted trucking company.
We specialize in making the aggregate buying process as easy and seamless as possible by managing the process from end to end. We have a network of suppliers that we source the materials from where we have negotiated rates. However, we do charge a markup and because of this you may be able to find the materials cheaper on your own. But if you want a hassle free experience, then we are for you!
Please fill out the Quote Request form and we will work up a quote for you! https://hellogravel.com/quote-form/
Although uncommon, due to regional sourcing, the type and color of our materials may vary somewhat from the images on our website, reflecting the unique geological offerings of your area. Please communicate any specifications you desire to our team so we can consider them during the sourcing process.
Please contact our customer service team promptly if you experience any delivery or product quality issues. We will work to resolve them satisfactorily.
We are headquartered in New Orleans, LA. However, we have a network of suppliers across the country from which we provide the materials.
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