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 Markleeville Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Markleeville has a city population of 700 and sits within a metro area of 2.5+ million, experiencing steady development with a growth rate of 0.70% annually. With 228 sunny days annually, 34.25 inches of average annual rainfall, and a USDA hardiness zone of 8b, local climate and geography drive frequent grading, drainage, and landscaping work across properties. Homeowners here often tackle projects like raising low spots, building gentle grades to shed water, backfilling foundations, and prepping bases for driveways and patios. Because of seasonal runoff and the interplay of sun and rain, quality aggregates matter: poorly chosen fill can settle, erode, or impede drainage. Local soil composition varies with regional geology, so using regionally sourced fill dirt reduces surprises in compaction and drainage behavior and helps projects finish on time and on budget.Popular Projects in Markleeville This Season
- Driveway Base Fill Dirt25 tons
- Raised Garden Bed Fill Dirt3 tons
- Build Pad Fill Dirt40 tons
- Erosion Repair Fill Dirt15 tons
- Utility Trench Backfill Fill Dirt10 tons
Markleeville Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West California
- 🏘️ Population: 700
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.5+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 34.25 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 228/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 0.70% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Markleeville Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Temps
- Feb–Apr: Spring Moisture Ideal
- May–Sept: Hot Dry Conditions
- Dec–Jan: Cold Wet Limits
Summer Tip: Because Markleeville receives 34.25 inches of average annual rainfall and 228 sunny days annually, compacted fill dirt with a planned drainage layer will reduce erosion; cap fill with several inches of topsoil before planting.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Markleeville Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in Markleeville.
Delivered fill dirt prices in Markleeville vary with haul distance, supply, and moisture content, but you can typically expect a range of about $20 to $60 per ton. Converted to volume, that is roughly $24 to $72 per cubic yard using a common conversion of 1.2 tons per cubic yard; heavier or wetter material may reach 1.4–1.5 tons/yd3 and raise the per-yard cost. Exact pricing is shown at checkout for your zip code and Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum order.
Hello Gravel’s minimum order is 3 tons, which applies in Markleeville as well. Deliveries are usually made by tri-axle or tandem dump trucks; smaller dump trucks or end-dump trucks can be used for tight access but may increase the per-ton price.
Yes. Markleeville is in mountain terrain so winter snow, temporary road closures, and spring weight restrictions (frost laws) can limit truck access or require smaller loads. Plan deliveries from late spring through fall when possible, and expect possible extra fees or schedule changes during snow season or after major storms.
Local rules can apply: grading, large fills, or changes to drainage often require county permits in Alpine County, and work near streams or wetlands may trigger environmental review. Before importing large amounts of fill or changing site grades, contact Alpine County Building and Planning to confirm permit needs and check landfill rules for disposing contaminated soil.
For structural bases such as driveways, aim for 90% to 95% relative compaction (roughly 90–95% of standard Proctor), which almost always requires mechanical compaction in 4–6 inch lifts using a plate compactor or small roller. For non-structural yard fill you can be less stringent, but place in thin lifts and lightly compact to reduce settlement.
Fill dirt by itself is generally not the best material for steep slopes or erosion control because it can erode and settle. For steeper terrain, use engineered solutions such as retaining walls, geotextiles, compacted structural fill, or angular base rock and surface stabilization (mulch, vegetation, erosion blankets) to reduce runoff and movement.
Use a conversion of about 1.2 tons per cubic yard for typical dry loam fill dirt; ranges of 1.1 to 1.5 tons/yd3 are common depending on moisture and density. Example: a 10 ft x 10 ft area at 6 inches deep is 5 cubic feet x 100 = 50 cubic feet = 1.85 cubic yards ≈ 2.2 tons; a 20 ft x 30 ft area at 6 inches is 300 sq ft x 0.5 ft = 150 cu ft = 5.56 yd3 ≈ 6.7 tons.
Expect most settlement in the first year after placement, especially through winter freeze-thaw and spring melt cycles. Proper compaction and drainage reduce long-term movement, but plan to inspect and regrade low spots annually and after heavy runoff; repaired spots are usually filled and compacted as needed.
For drainage and septic, clean drain rock or washed gravel is recommended instead of fill dirt because it allows water to pass through; engineered sand and gravels are common for septic leach fields. For topsoil needs, screened topsoil or compost blends are better for planting. Costwise, plain fill dirt is usually the cheapest material per ton, while washed drain rock and engineered soils cost more per ton but provide the required performance for drainage or septic systems.
Markleeville is a small mountain community, so local contractor options may be limited and some contractors travel from nearby towns. For labor, expect a wide range: local spreading/compacting rates commonly run from about $60 to $125 per hour or roughly $5 to $20 per cubic yard depending on access, slope, and equipment needed. Hello Gravel can help connect you with local suppliers and hauling contractors and we recommend getting 2–3 quotes for spreading and compaction work.
Clear the dump area of obstacles, mark property lines and utility locations, and provide a stable truck turnaround and unload zone so the driver can safely dump. Include delivery instructions in your order notes, request tailgate spreading if needed (driver discretion), and confirm any gate codes or access restrictions before delivery.
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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