Fill dirt Illinois — quarry-sourced common fill available from Martin & Company Excavating at $6.00/ton in Oregon, Ogle County. Martin & Company is an established excavating and aggregate operation serving contractors, developers, and municipalities across Northern Illinois, including active road construction projects within the City of Oregon itself. Fill dirt from a quarry source offers a consistent, inorganic material free of organic debris, making it well suited for site grading, backfill, embankment, and general earthwork applications across Ogle and surrounding counties. On-site loading is available with a $35.00 minimum loading charge.
Quick Specs Table
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Material | Fill Dirt — Common Fill |
| Lab Report | None on file |
| Supplier | Martin & Company Excavating |
| Location | Oregon, IL 61061 (Ogle County) |
| Loading | On-site loading available — $35.00 minimum loading charge |
| Delivery | Contact seller for delivery availability |
| Best For | Grading, backfill, embankment, site prep, lot leveling |
| Price | $6.00/ton |
| Minimum Loading Charge | $35.00 |
What is Fill Dirt in Illinois?
Fill dirt Illinois is inorganic subsoil — a natural mixture of soil, clay, and fine aggregate — used to raise elevation, fill voids, and prepare construction sites across the state. Unlike topsoil, fill dirt contains little to no organic matter, meaning it won't decompose or shift beneath a structure after compaction. The Illinois Department of Transportation Standard Specifications address earthwork and embankment material requirements for highway and infrastructure projects statewide, recognizing clean fill as an approved material for non-structural grading and site preparation. For projects requiring documented fill performance, buyers should consult their geotechnical engineer regarding compaction testing requirements prior to placement on load-bearing applications. The Ogle County Planning & Zoning Department regulates construction activities in unincorporated areas of the county and should be contacted for any fill placement requiring local permits.
Why This Listing Stands Out
- Quarry-sourced fill — material comes from an active quarry operation, providing consistent, inorganic fill free of organic debris and construction waste common in contractor-generated surplus fill.
- Competitive pricing — $6.00/ton is among the more competitive fill dirt prices available from a permitted, established operation in Northern Illinois.
- On-site loading available — material can be loaded on site with a $35.00 minimum loading charge, reducing buyer logistics burden.
- Established local operation — Martin & Company Excavating is an active contractor in the Oregon, IL area with a longstanding presence in Ogle County construction markets.
- Multiple material availability — Martin & Company also offers roadstone, agricultural limestone, clean stone, crushed concrete, and rip rap. Contact through BorrowPit.com for additional material needs.
Best Uses
- Site grading and rough earthwork
- Raising lot elevation for residential or commercial pads
- Backfill for foundations, utilities, and retaining walls
- Embankment and slope construction
- Filling holes, voids, and low spots
- Road subgrade preparation
- Land reclamation and agricultural grading
- Yard leveling and landscaping base
Service Area
Martin & Company Excavating is located in Oregon, IL and serves contractors and project teams across Ogle, Lee, Whiteside, DeKalb, Stephenson, and surrounding counties in Northern Illinois. Contact through BorrowPit.com to confirm current availability, pricing, and delivery options for your project location.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the price for fill dirt? Fill dirt is priced at $6.00/ton. A $35.00 minimum loading charge applies. Contact the seller through BorrowPit.com for delivery pricing.
Is loading available on site? Yes. On-site loading is available with a $35.00 minimum loading charge.
Is there any testing or documentation available? No testing is currently on file. Buyers with projects requiring certified or documented fill material should consult their geotechnical engineer prior to use on permitted or load-bearing applications.
Is delivery available? Contact the seller through BorrowPit.com to discuss delivery options for your project location.
What is the difference between fill dirt and topsoil? Fill dirt is inorganic subsoil used for structural applications like grading, backfill, and embankment. It contains no organic matter and will not break down after compaction. Topsoil contains organic material and is intended for gardening and landscaping finish work, not structural fill.
What other materials does Martin & Company offer? Martin & Company Excavating offers a wide range of materials including CA6/CA10 roadstone, agricultural limestone, CA11 clean stone, crushed concrete, fill rock, and rip rap. Contact through BorrowPit.com for current availability and pricing.
How do I request this material? Use the Request Quote button on this listing to contact the seller directly through BorrowPit.com.
