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: Coastal-Ready Elevation Solutions • Scheduled Fill Dirt Delivery On Demand
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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Most deliveries within 2-4 business days. If you need a rush delivery, give us a call!
Why Ocracoke Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Ocracoke is a small but active community with a population of 827, positioned within a region experiencing steady growth of about 2.80% annually. The local climate is moderate, with 228/year sunny days and 34.00 inches of annual rainfall in a hardiness zone of 8b, which together influence landscaping and building choices. As homeowners maintain and improve properties—repairing low spots, improving driveways, or preparing sites for new plantings—demand for dependable aggregates rises. Quality fill materials help control settling, support grading for proper drainage, and create stable beds for foundations and utilities, so many Ocracoke homeowners prioritize durable, locally sourced options to match the island’s conditions and avoid costly rework.Popular Projects in Ocracoke This Season
- Driveway Raise Fill Dirt30 tons
- Septic Mound Fill Dirt20 tons
- Home Pad Raise Fill Dirt60 tons
- Landscape Berm Fill Dirt15 tons
- Utility Trench Backfill Fill Dirt12 tons
Ocracoke Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West North Carolina
- 🏘️ Population: 827
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.3+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 34.00 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 228/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 2.80% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Ocracoke Projects
- Oct–Nov: Ideal Fall Moisture
- Feb–Apr: Soft Spring Soils
- May–Sept: High Rain Risk
- Dec–Jan: Slow Winter Compaction
Summer Tip: Because Ocracoke sees 34.00 inches of rain annually, grade fill dirt to shed water away from structures and leave a planting layer of topsoil to support gardens in hardiness zone 8b.
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Orders Under 5 Tons - Add 20% extra to your estimated gravel needs.
5+ Ton Orders - Add around 10% to ensure enough additional material on hand.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Ocracoke Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in Ocracoke.
Price varies because material availability and transport to Ocracoke affect cost. Island deliveries often include extra hauling or barge/ferry fees and local trucking, so per-ton prices can be higher than mainland rates; Hello Gravel provides transparent quotes once you enter your zip code. We require a 3-ton minimum order and standard delivery is typically 2+ business days, with next-day available for orders placed before noon CST.
To raise 1,000 sq ft by 6 inches you need about 18.5 cubic yards of material, which is roughly 22 to 26 tons depending on moisture and compaction. We recommend ordering 5-10% extra to allow for compaction and settling, so plan for about 24 to 29 tons. Contact Hello Gravel for a precise calculation and to check minimum order and delivery options.
Fill Dirt alone usually is not the best long-term surface for sandy driveways because it can rut and wash out in coastal conditions. A better approach is a compacted structural base—such as crushed stone or engineered fill—topped with stone for drainage and durability. Talk to a local contractor about a layered base that handles Ocracoke's sandy soils and high water table.
Raising grade with Fill Dirt can reduce localized flooding risk, but it is not a stand-alone erosion-control solution and can change drainage patterns. Coastal properties on Ocracoke often need engineered approaches (dunes, vegetation, drainage, seawalls) and permits; consult a licensed engineer and local authorities before moving significant volumes of material. Hello Gravel can deliver material, but we recommend combining fill with professional design for coastal protection.
Local supply on Ocracoke is limited; many deliveries come from mainland suppliers and arrive by barge, ferry, or local hauler. Hello Gravel connects you to vetted suppliers and haulers near your zip code and provides upfront pricing and scheduling to accommodate island logistics. Order early to allow extra lead time for island transport and staging.
Soil itself is not immune to salt spray; salts affect vegetation and can accelerate corrosion of structures, but clean fill dirt (low organic matter) can be used in salty environments if properly placed and drained. A high water table increases settlement risk, so contractors often use engineered fill, sand, or stone with geotextile and drainage measures. Ask your supplier about clean, tested fill and discuss drainage needs with a contractor.
A driveway surfaced with Fill Dirt will generally require more maintenance and will not last as long as one built with crushed stone. Crushed stone holds up better to traffic, sheds water, and resists potholing on sandy coastal sites. If longevity is a priority on Ocracoke, use crushed stone or an engineered aggregate base with proper drainage rather than loose fill dirt as the wearing surface.
For home pads, engineered fill (clean, low-organic material compacted in lifts) is usually preferred to loose sand; the right choice depends on soil borings and local code requirements. Licensed local contractors and sitework crews who understand island conditions typically perform placement and compaction; Hello Gravel can deliver bulk material but you should hire a contractor or civil engineer to specify material type and compaction testing. Always confirm that the material meets your builder's and county requirements.
Permitting depends on the work scope and location—raising grades near the shore, in wetlands, or within the Cape Hatteras National Seashore may require approvals from Hyde County, state agencies, or the National Park Service. Even simple fill projects can trigger stormwater or coastal zone rules, so check with local building and environmental authorities before delivery. If in doubt, contact Hello Gravel for delivery planning and ask the county or NPS about permitting.
Septic systems often require clean, non-organic backfill that meets local health department specifications; some counties restrict the type of material and compaction procedures. Contractors should check Hyde County health department rules and the installer’s permit for backfill requirements and compaction/testing standards. Hello Gravel can supply bulk clean fill, but your septic installer or the health department will confirm suitability and testing needs.
Order early and account for island transport time and possible barge/ferry scheduling; Hello Gravel's checkout calendar lets you pick preferred delivery dates and shows estimated lead times. Note that tailgate spreading is at the driver's discretion, deliveries typically require a 3-ton minimum, and drivers will assess access and safety on arrival. If you have tight access or need permits, mention that in Order Notes and contact our team for assistance.
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.
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