Fill Dirt in Crescent Springs, KY

Fill dirt is generally cheaper per ton than gravel in the Crescent Springs area because it is less processed and often sourced from excavation projects. Final cost depends on supplier, delivery distance, and quantity, so use Hello Gravel to get an accurate local quote (minimum order is 3 tons).

Prices vary by supplier, delivery distance, and season, so we recommend requesting a quote through Hello Gravel for current local rates. A typical tri-axle delivery in our network carries about 10-12 cubic yards, and exact pricing will include material plus any hauling fees and required permits.

Fill dirt is subsoil with low organic content used to build up grade and fill voids; it compacts well but does not drain like gravel. Gravel is crushed rock intended for drainage and structural base work, so choose fill dirt for raising grade and gravel for bases, driveways, and drainage layers.

Free fill dirt often comes from local excavations where contractors need to move subsoil offsite; they may give it away to avoid hauling costs. Be cautious: free material may contain debris, roots, or contaminants and usually requires inspection and possible screening before use.

To raise 1,000 square feet by 4 inches you need about 12.3 cubic yards of fill dirt (1000 sq ft * 0.333 ft / 27 = ~12.3 cu yd). That is roughly 15-19 tons depending on moisture and compaction; order 5-10% extra to allow for settling and compaction.

One cubic yard of typical fill dirt usually weighs about 1.2 to 1.5 tons, so 1 ton is roughly 0.7 to 0.8 cubic yards. Coverage depends on depth: one ton will cover only a small area at a few inches depth, so calculate volume needs in cubic yards first and then convert to tons for ordering.

Spring through early fall is the best time to place fill dirt in Crescent Springs because the ground is easier to compact and less likely to be frozen or waterlogged. Avoid heavy rain periods and frozen winter conditions to reduce settling and compaction problems.

One cubic yard is a 3 ft by 3 ft by 3 ft cube (27 cubic feet). As a rule of thumb it covers about 100 square feet at 3 inches depth, so visualizing a 3x3x3 cube helps when planning deliveries.

A full-size pickup bed can usually hold about 1 to 1.5 cubic yards loose, but weight limits matter: one cubic yard of fill dirt can weigh 1.2 to 1.5 tons which may exceed a truck's payload capacity. Always check your truck's payload rating and local road weight rules before hauling material yourself.

You can place gravel over compacted fill dirt, but the fill must be well compacted, graded for drainage, and often separated with a geotextile or edge restraint to prevent mixing. For driveways, installers typically add a compacted base layer of crushed stone before the final gravel to prevent rutting and sinking.

Fill dirt may be needed to raise or grade the sub-base for a 20 ft driveway, and the amount required affects material and hauling costs; gravel and crushed stone for the base are separate line items. For an accurate local estimate, use Hello Gravel to calculate how much fill and base material you need and to get supplier pricing and delivery options.

Yes—fill dirt is commonly used to level yards, build up low spots, and correct grade, but it should be placed in thin lifts and compacted to reduce settling. If you plan to plant grass or gardens on the finished surface, add a layer of topsoil because fill dirt lacks organic matter needed for plant growth.

Truckload capacity and pricing vary by hauler; a tri-axle delivery in our network typically carries about 10-12 cubic yards of fill dirt. Exact per-truck pricing depends on material source, haul distance, and access—request a quote in the Hello Gravel checkout to see delivered pricing for your zip code.

For structural fills, clean engineered fill, crushed stone, or compactable granular material can be used as alternatives to native fill dirt, especially where drainage or load-bearing is needed. For landscaping and top dressing, use topsoil rather than fill dirt because topsoil supports plant growth.

The 70/30 rule typically refers to mixing 70% topsoil with 30% compost for garden beds and does not apply to fill dirt. Fill dirt is subsoil with little organic matter and is not suitable for planting; if you are preparing garden beds in Crescent Springs, use topsoil and compost instead of fill dirt.

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.