Dirt/Fill Dirt
A family tradition spanning over 60 years. Serving Cobb, Bartow, Cherokee, Floyd, Polk, Gordon and surrounding counties.
Dirt—specifically Fill Dirt—is the foundational material for virtually all site preparation, construction, and landscaping projects across North Georgia and Metro Atlanta. While not rich in nutrients like topsoil, fill dirt is crucial because it provides the necessary bulk and stability to raise grades, level uneven terrain, and fill depressions beneath structural elements. At Kevin Westmoreland Trucking, we understand that accurate delivery of high-quality, compacted fill dirt is essential for preventing settlement and ensuring the longevity of your build. Our 60-year family tradition guarantees the reliable, high-capacity transport of this indispensable material.
What is Fill Dirt and Why is it Necessary?
Fill dirt is subsoil—the mineral-rich, organic-poor material found below the nutrient-dense topsoil layer. Its composition makes it ideal for structural support:
- Maximum Compaction: Fill dirt is relatively free of large organic material (roots, leaves, and debris) that would decompose over time. This absence of organics is key because it allows the dirt to be compacted tightly and permanently, reducing the risk of ground settlement or shifting beneath foundations and slabs.
- Volume and Economy: It is the most economical material for adding large volumes of earth to a site. Using fill dirt to raise the elevation or level a large area is significantly more cost-effective than using topsoil or costly engineered aggregates.
- Base Layer: It serves as the primary base layer upon which topsoil, drainage systems, and sub-bases (like Crusher Run) are placed.
Essential Applications for Fill Dirt
Our reliable MACK truck fleet is constantly busy delivering bulk quantities of Fill Dirt (up to 18.5 tons per haul) to all types of projects throughout our service area, including Cartersville, Dallas, and Calhoun:
Site Grading and Land Leveling
The primary use of fill dirt is for initial site preparation. It is used to:
- Raise the Grade: Increasing the elevation of a property to protect structures from flooding and improve surface drainage.
- Create Positive Drainage: Building a slope (or grade) that directs water away from a foundation or building structure, a crucial step in preventing moisture damage.
- Fill Voids and Depressions: Filling in low spots and trenches to establish a uniform, workable surface for construction.
Retaining Walls and Embankments
Fill dirt is often used as the structural backfill behind retaining walls. When properly compacted in lifts, it provides the necessary mass to hold the wall securely in place and resists lateral soil pressure.
Septic Fields and Utility Work
In certain utility and septic system installations, specific types of fill dirt are required to create the base pad or buffer zone around the system components, ensuring the surrounding earth is stable and properly graded.
Westmoreland: Your Reliable Dirt Hauling Partner
Hauling fill dirt requires maximum capacity and logistical precision, as these are often high-volume, time-sensitive deliveries. Our 60-year commitment to dependability means we ensure your bulk order is fulfilled accurately and promptly. We help contractors and homeowners achieve the proper base grade quickly, allowing construction and landscaping to proceed without delay.
Don’t compromise your project’s stability. Contact Kevin Westmoreland Trucking today to schedule your bulk Fill Dirt delivery and lay a solid foundation.