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 Brawley Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Brawley, with a population of 25,890, sits in a semi-arid part of West California that blends agricultural activity with steady expansion (0.70% annually). The city is part of a larger metro area of 2.5+ million people and sees plentiful sun (232 sunny days annually) along with moderate precipitation (34.60 inches annually); it lies in hardiness zone 8b. Those climate and growth factors drive steady demand for earthwork and landscaping materials — from grading driveways and foundation backfill to leveling pads for sheds and farm outbuildings. Homeowners here commonly look for stable, compactable aggregates to prevent settling, control erosion, and create reliable drainage paths, so locally sourced fill dirt that matches native soils is often the first choice for both DIY and contractor projects.Popular Projects in Brawley This Season
- Backyard Grade Fill Dirt15 tons
- Driveway Approach Fill Dirt40 tons
- Foundation Backfill Fill Dirt150 tons
- Raised Garden Bed Fill Dirt8 tons
- Small Lot Pad Fill Dirt300 tons
Brawley Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West California
- 🏘️ Population: 25,890
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.5+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 34.60 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 232/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 0.70% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Brawley Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Moisture
- Feb–Apr: Increased Moisture Risk
- May–Sept: Dry Compaction Advantage
- Dec–Jan: Slow Winter Curing
Summer Tip: Pick low-organic, compactable fill dirt and compact in thin layers to reduce settling; schedule delivery for a dry day to make compaction easier and minimize truck rutting.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Brawley Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in Brawley.
Local prices vary, but delivered fill dirt in the Brawley area commonly falls into a range depending on source, quantity, and truck distance. Expect to get more accurate, up-to-date pricing by checking your zip code on Hello Gravel or requesting a quote; we connect you to local suppliers and show transparent delivery costs. Remember that minimum orders (3 tons) and next-day delivery or long-haul fees can increase the total cost.
Hello Gravel sources fill dirt from regional suppliers and haulers serving the West California/Imperial Valley area and can show available local options after you enter your zip code. If you prefer to contact suppliers directly, check with nearby landscape supply yards or roadwork contractors in Imperial County, and always ask for the material’s origin and whether it is screened and free of debris.
To raise 1,000 sq ft by 3 inches you need about 250 cubic feet, which is roughly 9.3 cubic yards of material. For fill dirt that commonly weighs about 1.2–1.4 tons per cubic yard, that equals roughly 11–13 tons; order at least 10% extra to allow for compaction and settlement.
Fill dirt can be used for grading and building up low areas in the Imperial Valley, but on its own it is not an ideal erosion-control surface because fine silts and sands can wash away in infrequent but intense rains. Use properly compacted fill dirt underneath a finished layer of rock, riprap, vegetation, or erosion-control matting and follow prescribed drainage contours to reduce washouts.
Permit requirements depend on the project scope and local rules; many lot fills, large grading operations, or changes to drainage patterns in Brawley will need review by the City of Brawley or Imperial County building/engineering departments. Before importing large loads, contact the city or county planning office to confirm whether a grading permit, soil tests, or inspections are required.
For most residential fills in Brawley, place fill dirt in 6–8 inch lifts and mechanically compact each lift to prevent future settlement. For small areas use a plate compactor or jumping jack; for large areas use a vibratory or sheepsfoot roller and consider moisture conditioning because desert soils can compact better with controlled moisture.
Some settlement is normal, especially the first 6–12 months after placement; desert soils with loose sands or silts can settle more than clay-rich soils. With proper lift compaction and a 10% material buffer, most minor settlement issues are minimized, but spot regrading or top dressing every few years may be needed in low-traffic landscape areas.
Fill dirt is fine for raising grade but is not recommended as the wearing surface for driveways because it does not provide the structural strength or drainage of road base or crushed stone. For driveways in Brawley’s hot, arid climate, use compacted road base or crushed aggregate as the structural layer and reserve fill dirt for subgrade or non-driving landscape fills.
For patios and planting pads, use clean, well-graded fill dirt with low organic content that compacts well and drains moderately; avoid topsoil or high-organic mixes for structural fills. Always cap fill dirt with a few inches of compacted base material (crushed stone or sand) under patio pavers to ensure stability and proper drainage.
Yes. The Imperial Valley has areas with high salts and naturally alkaline soils, so always ask suppliers about the source and whether the fill dirt has been tested for salinity, contaminants, or organics. If you plan to landscape or plant over the fill, request cleaned or screened fill and consider soil testing before major planting.
Hello Gravel typically offers standard delivery in 2+ business days and next-day delivery for orders placed before noon CST for an additional fee; local delivery fees for Brawley depend on haul distance, load size, access, and requested services. Tell your Hello Gravel sales rep about driveway access, desired drop location, and any spreading requests so they can provide an accurate delivery quote and note any potential additional charges.
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.
Please type in your zip code on any product screen and it will let you know if we service your area. The chances are that we do!
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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