Topsoil in Jacksonville, OR

In Jacksonville, topsoil prices typically range from about $25 to $50 per cubic yard depending on screening, compost content, and local availability. Using a conversion of roughly 1 cubic yard ≈ 1.2 tons, that works out to about $20 to $42 per ton. Exact pricing depends on supplier, delivery distance, and whether the material is screened or blended; check your zip code on Hello Gravel for localized quotes.

Hello Gravel connects you with trusted local suppliers and haulers that serve West Oregon and Jacksonville; you can see available suppliers after entering your zip code. Typical minimum orders follow our platform minimum of 3 tons, though some suppliers may set higher minimums, and delivery fees vary by distance, time window, and truck access. Standard delivery is usually available within 2+ business days, and next-day delivery is an option for orders placed before noon CST for an additional fee.

Common blends in West Oregon are screened topsoil alone or mixes like 60-80% screened topsoil, 10-30% sand, and 5-10% compost/fines to improve drainage and fertility. For Jacksonville garden beds, a screened topsoil with 5-10% compost is a good all-purpose mix for planting and raised beds, while loamier blends with more sand are better where drainage is a concern. Regional suppliers may offer slightly different mixes reflecting local soil and compost sources, so request blend details at checkout.

Yes. Jacksonville has wet winters and often clayey or loamy native soils in the Rogue Valley, so added topsoil can improve plant establishment but may also hold water if mixed with heavy clay. For improved drainage in low spots, ask suppliers for blends with more sand or screened coarse material, and consider raised beds or amended soil for plants sensitive to saturation. Expect seasonal variability: topsoil will perform differently in the winter rainy season than during the dry summer.

Topsoil is not recommended as a driveway surface because it compacts, rutts, and sheds rain poorly; use this calculation only for leveling or top-dressing. For 50x10 ft (500 sq ft), a 3-inch layer is about 4.6 cubic yards (≈5.5 tons) and a 4-inch layer is about 6.2 cubic yards (≈7.5 tons), using 1 cubic yard ≈ 1.2 tons. If you plan to cap a base with a driving surface, consider crushed rock or decomposed granite and contact Hello Gravel for material recommendations.

Regulations and HOA rules vary; Jacksonville has a historic district and local zoning that can affect front-yard changes, so check city planning and any HOA documents before replacing turf or changing driveway surfaces. For permitted work, you may need to follow setback, drainage, and runoff rules to protect neighboring properties. If you’re unsure, contact the City of Jacksonville planning department or your HOA and our sales team can help identify common local requirements.

For erosion control on steep West Oregon slopes, choose topsoil mixes with higher organic matter or add compost and erosion-control products like fiber rolls, coir blankets, or native seed mixes to stabilize surfaces. On very steep or high-flow sections, combine a shallow topsoil layer with rock or retaining features and use native, deep-rooting grasses or groundcovers. For long-term stability, ask suppliers for erosion-control topsoil blends and consider professional grading or revegetation services.

Topsoil for garden beds can last indefinitely as the planting medium, but its quality declines over years as organic matter breaks down; expect to top-dress beds with 1-2 inches of fresh topsoil or compost every 2-4 years. For landscaped areas, inspect after the winter rainy season for erosion or compaction, regrade low spots, and add fines or compost to restore levels. If topsoil is used on paths or driveways (not recommended), routine regrading and adding appropriate fines will be needed annually or after heavy rains.

For residential driveways in Jacksonville, crushed rock or decomposed granite is usually the better choice because both drain well, compact to a stable surface, and resist rutting in wet winters. Topsoil retains moisture and breaks down under traffic, leading to mud and ruts, so it is not suitable as a driveway surface. Use topsoil for planting and landscaping, and choose crushed rock or decomposed granite for driveway surfaces; Hello Gravel can help you calculate quantities for each material.

The best time to buy and install topsoil in Jacksonville is late spring through early fall when ground conditions are drier and trucks and crews are less likely to face weather delays. Avoid deliveries and heavy machine work during the wet winter months (roughly November through March) because wet soils compact poorly and access can be limited. If you need material quickly, Hello Gravel offers a next-day option for eligible orders placed before noon CST, but always check local weather and site access before scheduling.

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.