Fill Dirt in Oconee, GA

Delivery cost varies by distance, supplier, and truck access. In Oconee and West Georgia you can expect material prices plus delivery to commonly fall in the range of about $10 to $25 per ton for fill dirt, with many Hello Gravel orders qualifying for free delivery depending on supplier and your zip code; check your zip code for exact pricing. Minimum orders start at 3 tons through our platform, and additional fees may apply for next-day service or difficult access.

Hello Gravel connects you with local suppliers and haulers around Oconee and West Georgia so pricing reflects regional availability. Suppliers typically price fill dirt by the ton or by the cubic yard; screened fill dirt costs more than unscreened material, and many suppliers have minimum loads (Hello Gravel minimum is 3 tons). For the most accurate quote, enter your zip code on our site or contact our sales team.

Fill dirt density varies with moisture and composition, but a good rule of thumb is about 1.2 to 1.4 tons per cubic yard. Calculate cubic yards by multiplying area (feet) by depth (feet) and dividing by 27, then multiply by 1.1 to 1.25 to allow for compaction and settlement. Use Hello Gravel’s material calculator or call our team for help with your Oconee project measurements.

Fill dirt alone is not recommended for driveways because it compacts poorly for load-bearing use and can retain moisture in Oconee’s humid climate. For driveways, road base or crushed stone is a better choice because those materials drain and lock together for strength. If you must raise grades with fill dirt, place and compact it then cover with appropriate base material and geotextile fabric to prevent mixing and rutting.

Proper compaction is critical—structural fills are typically placed in 6- to 8-inch lifts and compacted to around 90-95% of modified Proctor density, which most contractors can achieve with rollers or plate compactors. In Oconee and West Georgia, many local excavation and grading contractors offer compaction, testing, and certification for permit work. For small yard raises, homeowners can use a rented plate compactor, but hire a pro for foundation or driveway work.

Oconee’s humid subtropical climate means fill dirt can hold moisture and, if it contains a lot of clay, may swell or soften after heavy rain. Freeze-thaw cycles are mild compared with northern states but seasonal wetting and drying can cause settlement and erosion. Good drainage, proper compaction, and surface stabilization (seed, mulch, or paving) reduce problems and extend the life of your fill.

Permit and HOA rules vary by property. Small, gradual yard raises may not need a permit, but larger grading, changes to drainage, or driveway construction often do; check with Oconee city hall or Oconee County building and zoning departments and review your HOA covenants before ordering. If you’re unsure, Hello Gravel’s team can help you source local contractors who are familiar with permitting in West Georgia.

For erosion control and drainage in West Georgia, a well-graded sandy-silty fill or screened fill dirt with fewer clods works better than heavy clay. For areas that must drain, blend fill dirt with clean aggregate or place a drainage layer of crushed stone beneath the fill. Always finish with proper slope and vegetation or erosion control blankets until permanent cover is established.

Screened fill dirt is higher-priced because it has fewer rocks and organic debris and gives a cleaner finish; unscreened (bank) dirt is cheaper but contains larger clods and stones. Suppliers connected through Hello Gravel often quote by the ton or cubic yard and typical minimums start at 3 tons on our platform, though some suppliers or full-truck loads may have larger minimums. Ask for a material description and photos if appearance matters for your Oconee project.

Expect initial settlement in the first months after placement—plan to check and top off low spots once or twice during the first year. Maintain vegetation or erosion controls until grass is established, and inspect drainage after heavy rains to ensure run-off paths remain clear. Long-term maintenance is minimal if the fill is compacted properly and the site is stabilized with turf, mulch, or hardscape.

Next-day delivery is available in many areas, including parts of West Georgia, for orders placed before noon CST and may carry an additional fee; confirm availability for your Oconee zip code at checkout. Drivers may be able to provide tailgate spreading at their discretion—request it during checkout, but note we cannot guarantee spreading services and the driver will assess safety and site access upon arrival.

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!

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.