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 Waukena Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Waukena is a growing community with a city population of 130+ and a modest 0.70% annual growth rate. Located in hardiness zone 8b with 228 sunny days per year and 34.25 inches of annual rainfall, local yards and construction sites balance dry, sun-exposed conditions with periodic wet seasons. That mix drives steady demand for reliable bulk materials as homeowners and contractors raise grades, fill low spots, and prepare foundations for landscaping and add-ons. Homeowners in Waukena look for predictable, regionally sourced aggregates that compact well, resist erosion during rainy spells, and work with drought-tolerant plantings under prolonged sun exposure. Fill Dirt is a practical choice in Waukena for leveling, building pads, and backfill where structural support and controlled settlement matter. Because the area gets 34.25 inches of rain annually but also 228 sunny days that promote drying, well-graded, compactable fill dirt helps manage runoff and reduces future settling compared with loose soils. Hello Gravel connects you to local suppliers, schedules professional dump-truck delivery (minimum orders start at 3 tons), and offers standard 2+ business day delivery with next-day options for qualifying orders—making it easier to get the right fill dirt for your project on time.Popular Projects in Waukena This Season
- Yard Regrade Fill Dirt25 tons
- Foundation Backfill Fill Dirt60 tons
- Driveway Base Fill Dirt40 tons
- Pool Backfill Fill Dirt30 tons
- Raised Garden Bed Fill Dirt6 tons
Waukena Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West California
- 🏘️ Population: 134
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.7+ 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 Waukena Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Moisture
- Feb–Apr: High Moisture Risk
- May–Sept: Dry Heat Shrinkage
- Dec–Jan: Saturated Soil Delays
Summer Tip: In Waukena's sun-and-rain climate, compact fill dirt in thin lifts and grade to direct runoff; add a final topsoil layer for plantings to avoid buried poor-quality soil.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Waukena Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in Waukena.
Delivered prices vary by supplier, distance, truck type, and whether the material is clean fill or screened. In the Waukena area you can generally expect a broad range of delivered pricing around $12 to $40 per ton (roughly $9 to $30 per cubic yard) depending on haul distance and local supply; heavy loads, long hauls, or special screening ramp costs up. For an exact price, check your zip code on Hello Gravel or request a quote — we show all fees and delivery options up front.
Hello Gravel connects you with trusted local suppliers and contracted haulers serving Tulare County and the Waukena area. Availability depends on your zip code and the day you need delivery; enter your address on our site or call our team and we will list the local vendors, delivery dates, and exact pricing for your order. We have a minimum order of 3 tons and typically deliver on tri-axle dump trucks.
Fill dirt is appropriate for raising grade, filling low spots, and rough grading, but by itself it is not a long-term wearing surface for driveways. In Waukena's hot, dry summers and winter rains, fill dirt can shrink when dry and erode or rut when wet, so it should be compacted and then capped with road base or crushed rock for driveways to ensure stable, durable performance. Plan for drainage control and a structural base layer for vehicle traffic.
Clear vegetation and organic topsoil first and add fill in lifts of 4 to 6 inches, compacting each lift with a plate compactor (small areas) or a roller (larger areas). Aim for about 6 inches of compacted fill under patios and at least 8 to 12 inches of compacted structural fill under driveways before installing a 4 to 6 inch road-base or crushed-stone wearing surface. Proper compaction (commonly targeted around 90% Standard Proctor for structural fills) and good drainage are essential in Waukena to prevent settling and erosion.
A good rule of thumb is that 1 cubic yard of loose fill dirt weighs roughly 1.2 to 1.5 tons (use 1.3 tons per cubic yard as a typical estimate; moisture and compaction affect weight). To calculate: Area (ft2) x Depth (ft) / 27 = cubic yards; multiply cubic yards by 1.3 to estimate tons. Example: a 500 ft2 area at 6 inches (0.5 ft) needs 500 x 0.5 / 27 = 9.26 yd3, about 12 tons.
Regulations vary by parcel and project; Tulare County and local jurisdictions may require grading permits, erosion-control plans, or environmental review for large fills or changes to drainage, especially near creeks or wetlands. There are also rules about importing only clean fill (no contaminated soil, construction debris, or hazardous waste). Contact Tulare County Planning and Public Works before large deliveries, and let Hello Gravel know if you need documentation — we can help coordinate supplier info for permits.
Fill dirt is best used as bulk mass to raise grade or fill holes; it is not intended as the final driving surface. Road base (crushed stone and fines) provides the structural support and compaction properties needed for driveways and should be the wearing layer for vehicle traffic in Waukena's climate. Decomposed granite is attractive and works for low-traffic paths or decorative drives but requires good compaction and drainage and is not as strong as road base for regular vehicle use.
If fill dirt is properly compacted and capped with an appropriate base, the assembly can last many years; without a structural cap, expect rutting, erosion, and settling sooner. Inspect areas after heavy winter rains and regrade or add material where erosion or settlement appears; higher-traffic driveways typically need occasional topping or regrading every 1 to 5 years if not built with a proper road base. Good drainage, edge restraints, and a compacted base layer reduce maintenance in Waukena's wet seasons.
Provide clear directions to the drop location, note any low-hanging wires, gate widths, or access limitations for tri-axle dump trucks, and request tailgate spreading in the Order Notes if you want the driver to consider it (service is at the driver's discretion). Also tell us if you need documentation for permits, the surface you want the material placed on, and your preferred delivery date; we require at least 3 tons per order and offer next-day delivery if booked before noon CST.
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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