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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Fill Dirt
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 Marina Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Marina homeowners face steady demand for site work and landscaping as their city grows—Marina has a city population of 23,170 and sits inside a metro area of 2.7+ million residents experiencing 1.81% annual growth. That steady expansion means more home builds, yard regrades, and drainage fixes. The local climate — 228 sunny days per year and 34.25 inches of annual rainfall in a Hardiness Zone 8b — creates a need for materials that manage both dry, sunny summers and periodic wet winters. Homeowners order quality aggregates to build level pads, raise grade above seasonal wet spots, improve drainage, and prepare foundations or hardscape beds; good fill work reduces future erosion and settling and makes later landscaping easier. Fill Dirt is a practical, cost-effective material for many Marina projects because it compacts well and provides a stable underlayer for lawns, driveways, and foundations when properly installed. Given the area’s 34.25 inches of annual rainfall, proper compaction and drainage planning are important to prevent settling and water pooling. Hello Gravel connects you to local suppliers who source regionally appropriate fill dirt, offers clear online pricing and scheduled dump-truck delivery, and helps you calculate quantities so you get the right amount for your Marina project without excess trips to the supplier.Popular Projects in Marina This Season
- Driveway base Fill Dirt40 tons
- Raised garden bed Fill Dirt6 tons
- Backyard grade correction Fill Dirt18 tons
- Foundation backfill Fill Dirt25 tons
- Property berm Fill Dirt12 tons
Marina Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West California
- 🏘️ Population: 23,170
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.7+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 34.25 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 228/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 1.81% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Marina Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Temps
- Feb–Apr: Moderate Spring Moisture
- May–Sept: Dry Season Compaction
- Dec–Jan: Wet Cold Curing
Summer Tip: Order a little extra fill dirt to allow for compaction and settling, and plan for basic compaction in layers to improve stability in Marina’s 34.25-inch rainfall climate. Specify “fill dirt” (not topsoil) for subgrade work when placing your order.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Marina Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in Marina.
Delivery rates in Marina vary by supplier, distance, and truck size. Expect price quotes to reflect per-ton or per-cubic-yard pricing plus a delivery fee; Hello Gravel requires a 3-ton minimum and will show local rates when you enter your zip code. For an accurate, up-to-date price, get a quote through Hello Gravel or call our team so we can check local supplier and hauling costs for your address.
Hello Gravel partners with local suppliers and haulers that serve Marina rather than owning branded yards; availability depends on your zip code. Minimum orders are typically the company-wide 3-ton minimum through Hello Gravel, while some landscape suppliers or pits may have higher truckload minimums — ask when you request a quote. If you need help identifying nearby yards or their minimums, contact our team and we will check suppliers in the Marina/Monterey area.
Marina’s coastal environment and sandy native soils mean fill dirt can drain well but also settle more if not compacted properly. Salt spray and seasonal high groundwater in low-lying spots can affect vegetation and fines in the fill, so use proper compaction, drainage, and a protective top layer (topsoil, gravel, or pavement) for long-term stability. We recommend discussing local site conditions with a contractor to pick the right blend and compaction approach.
Common local practices include using locally sourced structural fill (native soils with an appropriate mixture of sands, silts, and fines) or engineered fill that includes controlled amounts of fines and moisture for reliable compaction. For areas that need good drainage, some suppliers blend in coarser sand or small gravel; for load-bearing subgrades, contractors may specify engineered or compactable fill. Because regional geology varies, ask for a supplier description and compaction recommendations when ordering.
Calculate volume by multiplying area (in square feet) by desired depth (in feet) and dividing by 27 to get cubic yards. For example, raising a 40 ft by 50 ft backyard (2,000 sq ft) by 1 foot requires about 74 cubic yards (2,000 x 1 / 27). Convert to tons using your supplier’s density estimate (a common rule of thumb is about 1.1–1.4 tons per cubic yard depending on moisture and material), and use Hello Gravel’s material calculator for a precise estimate.
Small deliveries for typical yard leveling often do not require a permit, but larger fills, changes to drainage, or projects in the coastal zone commonly require permits or approvals. Permit requirements vary by project scope and location, so check with the City of Marina Planning Department and Monterey County Building and Planning before starting large-scale grading or importing significant volumes of fill. If you are unsure, reach out to local planning officials or consult a licensed contractor to confirm requirements.
When properly installed (adequate compaction, drainage, and a suitable finish layer), fill dirt as subgrade can perform for many years with minimal maintenance. Expect some settlement in the first year; monitor low spots, regrade as needed, and maintain drainage to prevent pooling and erosion. For exposed surfaces, consider a cover of topsoil, gravel, or pavement to protect the fill from erosion and salt exposure.
Fill dirt is an inexpensive volume material intended to build grade and raise elevations, but it is not a good wearing surface for driveways. Crushed rock and engineered fill provide better load-bearing capacity, compaction, and drainage and are recommended for driveways; decomposed granite can be used for pedestrian paths and certain driveway styles but requires a proper base. If you plan a driveway in Marina’s coastal soils, discuss a layered approach with a contractor: engineered base, compacted subbase, and finished surface for durability.
A standard delivery uses a tri-axle or tandem dump truck to offload material; for spreading and grading, homeowners typically hire a small crew with a skid steer or mini-excavator and rakes. Compaction equipment such as a plate compactor or small roller is often needed if the fill must meet compaction specs. Hello Gravel drivers may offer tailgate spreading at their discretion — request it at checkout, but plan to have equipment or labor on site for reliable spreading and compaction.
Many Marina and Monterey County contractors offer compaction work and can arrange field density tests like a nuclear density test or sand cone test to confirm compaction. Costs vary by test type and contractor; a single field density test often ranges from a couple of hundred dollars, while engineering oversight or multiple tests increases the price. Ask contractors for references and a written scope that includes testing frequency and acceptable compaction targets.
Measure the area and desired depth using the simple volume formula (area x depth / 27) and use Hello Gravel’s material calculator to convert to tons or cubic yards. Enter your zip code to see local supplier options and delivery pricing, request tailgate spreading at checkout if desired, and contact our team early if you anticipate permits, compaction testing, or special delivery access needs. For technical or larger projects, consult a local contractor or civil engineer to specify the right fill type and compaction requirements.
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!
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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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