Fill Dirt in Old Appleton, MO

Delivered fill-dirt prices in West Missouri (Old Appleton area) usually fall in the range of about $12 to $30 per ton, which converts roughly to $14 to $36 per cubic yard depending on moisture and density. Final price depends on supplier, haul distance from nearby quarries or yards (often from Cape Girardeau or Jackson), and whether material is screened; Hello Gravel shows exact pricing at checkout and requires a 3-ton minimum.

Typical delivery lead time through Hello Gravel is 2 or more business days after order processing; next-day delivery may be available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee. Because Old Appleton is a small town, trucks often come from nearby regional suppliers, so we recommend ordering early and confirming any access constraints or spreading requests in the Order Notes.

For driveway subgrade, choose screened, clean fill-dirt that is free of organic material and large debris, with most particles under 1 to 2 inches and a good mix of fines for compaction. Note that fill-dirt is a subgrade material; for the structural base you should still place 4 to 6 inches of compactible crushed stone or gravel on top of the screened fill for proper drainage and load support.

Freeze-thaw cycles in Missouri can cause additional settlement and heaving in poorly compacted or organic-rich fill, especially during the first winter after placement. To reduce problems, use clean screened fill-dirt, compact in lifts, allow for extra overfill (5-10 percent) for settlement, and schedule major fills in drier months when possible.

For residential driveways, compact fill-dirt in 4- to 6-inch lifts using a vibratory plate compactor for open areas and a jumping jack (rammer) for confined spots. Aim for professional compaction targets (around 90-95 percent of standard Proctor) if the subgrade will support pavement; rental vibratory plates and rammers are commonly available at local tool rental centers.

Rough estimates assume 1 cubic yard = about 1.1 to 1.4 tons. To raise 1,000 sq ft: 1 inch requires about 3.1 cubic yards (roughly 3.4 to 4.3 tons), 3 inches about 9.3 cubic yards (10.2 to 12.9 tons), and 6 inches about 18.5 cubic yards (20.4 to 25.8 tons). Order an extra 5-10 percent to allow for compaction and settlement, and remember Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum delivery.

Minor landscape fills often do not require permits, but any regrading that changes drainage patterns, raises grade significantly, or affects neighboring properties may trigger county permits in Cape Girardeau County or township rules. HOAs may have covenants about visible changes, driveway profiles, or material types, so check local permit offices and your HOA rules before ordering.

Screened fill-dirt costs more but gives predictable compaction, fewer contaminants, and better performance under driveways, patios, and lawns. Recycled fill can be cheaper but is more variable, may contain debris or construction material, and can cause uneven settlement—screened fill is usually worth the extra cost for residential applications in Old Appleton.

Drivers may be willing to perform tailgate spreading at their discretion, but this is not guaranteed and depends on site access, safety, and truck type. Request spreading at checkout and include clear instructions in Order Notes; plan to hire local labor or rent equipment if you need precise grading or compaction after delivery.

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.

Please type in your zip code on any product screen and it will let you know if we service your area. The chances are that we do!

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!

Please fill out the Quote Request form and we will work up a quote for you! https://hellogravel.com/quote-form/

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.