Disposing of Excavated Gravel and Soil During a Patio Project: Landfill, Fill Dirt Networks, or Creative Reuse

A college student removing gravel and soil for a paver patio asks proper disposal methods.

Options

• Local landfill accepts clean soil and gravel.
• In-ground pool installers often know landowners seeking fill dirt.
• On-site reuse: Build a berm, line it, create a water garden.