Fill Dirt in Storey Park, FL

In the Storey Park/Florida region, delivered fill dirt typically runs about $20 to $60 per cubic yard (roughly $15 to $45 per ton) depending on whether it is clean fill, engineered structural fill, or contains more sand. Price depends on material type, local supply, hauling distance, and job access; get an exact quote by checking your zip code on Hello Gravel. We recommend ordering a little extra for compaction and settlement.

Fill dirt is soil with low organic content used to raise grades, backfill foundations, and build up areas before topsoil or sod. In Storey Park's Florida soils, it is often used to correct low spots, bring grades above the water table, or create a stable base under driveways, but it should be compacted properly and not used as final planting soil.

You can use gravel when you need improved drainage or a load-bearing base (for driveways, pads, or under concrete), but gravel is usually more expensive and drains differently than fill dirt. For raising yard grade or backfilling where you will add topsoil and plants, fill dirt is usually the better choice; for structural bases or drainage layers, use gravel or crushed stone as recommended by an engineer.

Generally, plain fill dirt is cheaper per cubic yard than clean gravel or crushed stone because it is more abundant in many parts of Florida. However, prices can flip depending on trucking distance, tipping fees, and material quality—always compare quotes on Hello Gravel for your exact address.

A typical tri-axle dump truck carries about 10 to 12 cubic yards of fill dirt; delivered costs to Storey Park commonly range from about $300 to $1,200 depending on material type, distance, local supply, and access. Hello Gravel shows transparent, location-based pricing and the site can estimate how many truckloads you need based on your project dimensions.

Measure the area (length x width) and desired depth in feet, multiply to get cubic feet, then divide by 27 to get cubic yards (or use Hello Gravel’s material calculator). For tons, multiply cubic yards by about 1.35 (varies with moisture and composition) and add 10-15% extra for compaction and settling.

Drivers may be able to perform tailgate spreading at their discretion and if safe to do so; request the service at checkout and note that it is not guaranteed. Heavier or precise spreading and compaction usually requires a hired operator with equipment like a skid steer and plate compactor.

Expect to pay for equipment and crew: small equipment operators (skid steer or mini-excavator) often run about $80 to $150 per hour, compactor rentals $50 to $120 per day, and general labor rates vary—$40 to $100 per hour. A $100/hour rate for a skilled operator or small crew in Storey Park is reasonable in many cases; get local bids for the most accurate pricing.