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 Sonora Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Sonora, West California, California has a city population of 21,650 and sits within a metro area of 2.5+ million, with steady growth of 0.70% annually. The area’s hardiness zone is 8b, with about 225 sunny days per year and 34.60 inches of annual rainfall, creating a mix of sun, seasonal wetness, and locally varied soils. That combination drives steady demand for reliable bulk materials: homeowners and contractors need clean, compactable fill material for grading, foundation backfill, raised beds, and erosion control. Because projects in Sonora must cope with both heavy sun and significant seasonal rain, quality aggregates that compact well and resist long-term settling are important to avoid rework and drainage problems.Popular Projects in Sonora This Season
- Yard Grade Correction Fill Dirt15 tons
- Driveway Subgrade Fill Dirt30 tons
- House Pad Raise Fill Dirt200 tons
- Retaining Wall Backfill Fill Dirt40 tons
- Septic Drainfield Mound Fill Dirt60 tons
Sonora Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West California
- 🏘️ Population: 21,650
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.5+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 34.60 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 225/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 0.70% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Sonora Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Moisture Levels
- Feb–Apr: Wet Spring Risk
- May–Sept: Dry Compaction Challenges
- Dec–Jan: Freeze Thaw Risk
Summer Tip: In Sonora’s climate with 34.60 inches of rain and lots of sun, choose low-organic, well-graded fill dirt and plan for a slight slope away from structures to aid drainage; ask our team for placement and compaction tips at checkout.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Sonora Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in Sonora.
Yes, fill dirt is generally cheaper than decorative gravel because it is unprocessed soil used to raise grades or fill holes. In Sonora prices vary by supplier and delivery distance, but expect fill dirt to cost noticeably less per cubic yard or ton than washed or decorative gravels. Request a local Hello Gravel quote for current, location-specific pricing.
Fill dirt can be used for general backfill around foundations and utilities, but it must be placed and compacted in lifts to reduce settling. In Sonora's foothill soils, pay extra attention to compaction and moisture content to avoid future settling or drainage issues. For utility trenches or areas needing drainage, combine with gravel or engineered backfill as recommended by your contractor.
Gravel provides much better drainage than fill dirt and is often preferred where water movement or drainage control matters. For structural backfill where compaction and load-bearing are priorities, a mix of suitable fill and compacted gravel or engineered material may be required. In Sonora's variable soils, consult local code or a contractor to pick the right material for foundations or retaining walls.
Costs depend on the truck size, material type, and delivery distance; a typical tri-axle load in the Sonora area holds about 10 to 16 cubic yards. Delivered prices can vary, but many local jobs fall in a broad range of roughly $150 to $700 per load depending on whether the dirt is screened, charged by the ton, or requires long hauling. The best way to get an exact price is to enter your zip code on Hello Gravel and request a quote.
A common tri-axle dump truck used in our network carries about 10 to 16 cubic yards of loose fill dirt, which translates to roughly 12 to 24 tons depending on moisture and soil type. Smaller trucks hold less, and compacted material weighs more per cubic yard. Check your Hello Gravel order confirmation for the specific truck size being dispatched.
Multiply area by depth to get volume: for 1,000 sq ft, 2 inches of fill equals about 6.2 cubic yards, 4 inches is about 12.3 cubic yards, and 6 inches about 18.5 cubic yards. In weight, that is roughly 8 to 25 tons depending on moisture and soil density. Use Hello Gravel's calculator or contact our team for a precise estimate for your project and preferred depth.
Yes, you can add fill dirt on top of existing soil, but you should place it in thin layers and compact each layer to limit future settling. In Sonora, local soils and slope stability matter; avoid adding large lifts on steep slopes without proper grading and erosion controls. If you need a uniform, load-bearing surface, consider grading and compaction by a professional.
No — fill dirt is typically fine-grained and does not promote drainage; using it in holes intended for drainage can make water problems worse. For drainage applications in Sonora, use clean gravel or crushed rock to create a free-draining layer and reserve fill dirt for raising grade or non-draining backfill. If you are uncertain, a landscaper or engineer can recommend the right material for drainage.
2A and 2B are crushed stone or aggregate base materials designed to compact into a stable, load-bearing layer, while fill dirt is unscreened or screened soil used to raise grades. Use 2A/2B where structural support or drainage is needed (driveways, under slabs), and use fill dirt where you simply need to add volume or change grade. In Sonora, choose engineered base for driveways and foundations and reserve fill dirt for general backfill and landscape berms.
Primary downsides are settling over time, poor drainage if improperly used, and potential for variable soil composition from local sources. Because Sonora has mixed soils in the foothills, expect some regional variation and plan for compaction or additional topsoil for planting. If you need plantable soil, order topsoil rather than fill dirt.
No — fill dirt will not harden like concrete; it consolidates and can be compacted to become firm, but it remains soil. For hardened surfaces or structural pads you need compacted aggregate, base material, or poured concrete rather than fill dirt. Drivers may be able to do limited tailgate spreading by request, but spreading and compaction are not guaranteed services.
Yes, Sonora sits in roughly USDA zones 8b to 9a depending on elevation, which affects frost, erosion risk, and plant selection. Seasonal rains can cause erosion on loose fill, so schedule deliveries in drier months when possible and use erosion control on slopes. For planting, place a layer of topsoil or amended soil over fill dirt before planting to ensure proper root growth.
Use Hello Gravel to check zip code availability, select 'Fill Dirt', pick your desired delivery date, and request any notes (like preferred drop location). Orders have a 3-ton minimum and you can request next-day delivery if placed before noon CST for an extra fee; contact our team if you need help calculating amounts or coordinating access for the truck.
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!
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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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