Fill Dirt in South Jordan, UT

Typical delivered prices for fill-dirt in South Jordan usually range from about $15 to $40 per ton (roughly $11 to $30 per cubic yard) depending on source, moisture, and distance. Hello Gravel has a minimum order of 3 tons and standard delivery is 2+ business days, with next-day delivery available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee. For an exact price, check your zip code on our site or request a quote.

Hello Gravel connects you with trusted local suppliers and contracted haulers that source fill-dirt regionally around South Jordan. Standard delivery lead time is usually 2+ business days; next-day delivery may be available for orders placed before noon CST, and larger or custom loads can take 3-7 business days depending on availability.

For general lot raising and non-structural backfill in South Jordan, a clean, compactable fill-dirt with a mix of fines and sand that drains reasonably well is appropriate, avoiding organic-rich topsoil. For driveways use structural layers: compactable fill or engineered fill as a subgrade, topped by road base or crusher-run, and a wearing surface of gravel or pavement. If the fill supports a structure, ask for engineered or approved structural fill per your project plans.

A 1/4 acre is 10,890 sq ft; raising it 1 foot requires about 10,890 cubic feet or 403 cubic yards. Using a working conversion of roughly 1.4 tons per cubic yard, that equals about 564 tons. For 1/4 acre at 6 inches you would need about 201 cubic yards (about 282 tons); a 1/2 acre raised 6 inches equals roughly 403 cubic yards (about 564 tons).

South Jordan has seasonal freeze-thaw and can see storm runoff from the nearby foothills, so well-compacted, low-organic fill with good surface drainage performs best and minimizes frost heave. Avoid highly organic or wet materials that hold water; install proper slopes, drains, and erosion controls on exposed fills. For long-term stability on slopes or near foundations, combine compaction with geotextile, retaining features, or vegetation to control erosion.

Fill-dirt is economical for bulk raising and non-structural fills but is not a finished driveway surface; crusher-run or road base provides better compaction and load-bearing for driveways. Engineered fill is recommended where structural support is required for foundations or where local code demands testing. For driveways, plan for structural base material under the wearing layer and use fill-dirt primarily for grade adjustments where appropriate.

Permitting and inspection needs vary by project in South Jordan; grading permits are commonly required for significant changes to lot grades, large deliveries, stormwater impacts, or work near public rights-of-way. Check with the South Jordan City Building and Engineering Departments before large deliveries or extensive grading, and mention any planned fills when ordering so you can document delivery amounts if needed for permits.

For most residential projects in South Jordan, compaction specifications are often in the 90-95% Standard Proctor range for engineered fills; smaller landscape fills may accept lower compaction but performance suffers. Common equipment includes plate compactors and vibratory rollers; geotechnical testing and a compaction report are usually required for building pads, foundations, or permitted projects. Check project plans or your city inspector for exact compaction and testing requirements.

Expect some settlement after placement; monitor low spots and add material as needed during the first year, especially after heavy rains or freeze-thaw cycles. Reseeding or applying erosion-control mulch on exposed fills and installing proper surface drainage will reduce erosion and maintenance. For driveways, keep a structural base and wearing surface above the fill-dirt to limit wear and reduce ongoing maintenance.

On slopes and near foundations, bring in fill in thin lifts (6-12 inches), compact each lift properly, and bench the slope into existing ground when possible to reduce slippage. Keep fill at least the distance recommended by local code from foundations until approved compaction and drainage are in place, and consider retaining walls or terraces for steep slopes. Request tailgate spreading at checkout if you want driver assistance, but the driver will decide if it can be done safely.

Enter your zip code on Hello Gravel to see availability, choose fill-dirt, and select quantity (minimum 3 tons). Standard delivery is 2+ business days; choose next-day delivery before noon CST if needed, add order notes for placement or spreading requests, and contact our team at 855-241-8884 or text 844-407-3734 for help or a custom quote.

As of today, we require 2 business days for delivery.

Use our material calculator here: https://hellograve3dev.wpengine.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://hellograve3dev.wpengine.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.