Versatile, lower-grade soil commonly used for volume and elevation changes in various construction and landscaping projects. Great for leveling or grading ground, backfilling pools and filling ditches, and evening out low points or depressions on your property.
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Fill Dirt
Versatile, lower-grade soil commonly used for volume and elevation changes in various construction and landscaping projects. Great for leveling or grading ground, backfilling pools and filling ditches, and evening out low points or depressions on your property.
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Why Columbus Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Columbus, West Texas, Texas is a small but growing community with a city population of 6,270 and ties to a larger metro area of 2.5+ million. With a growth rate of 1.40% annually and a climate characterized by 228/year sunny days, 34.25 inches of annual rainfall, and hardiness zone 8b, local homeowners and builders are steadily taking on new landscaping and construction projects. That steady growth, combined with a sunny, moderately wet climate, drives demand for reliable aggregates for grading, drainage, foundation backfill, and yard repairs. Homeowners often look for materials that reduce settling, promote proper water flow, and match the local soil profile — making the right choice of fill material essential for long-term performance. Fill Dirt in Columbus should reflect the local conditions: a compactable, low-organic subsoil that performs under sun, periodic rain, and the region’s soil types. Proper fill dirt helps raise grades, support patios and sheds, and create stable backfill around foundations while resisting excessive erosion during rain events. Hello Gravel connects Columbus homeowners with local suppliers and experienced haulers so you get regionally sourced fill dirt delivered on your schedule. Our platform simplifies ordering, coordinates local dump truck delivery, and offers expert guidance so you receive material suited to West Texas conditions without guesswork.Popular Projects in Columbus This Season
- Backyard Grade Fill Dirt12 tons
- House Foundation Backfill Fill Dirt25 tons
- Driveway Base Fill Dirt40 tons
- Building Pad Fill Dirt60 tons
- Lot Raising Fill Dirt120 tons
Columbus Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West Texas
- 🏘️ Population: 6,270
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.5+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 34.25 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 228/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 1.40% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Columbus Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Temps
- Feb–Apr: Ideal Moisture Levels
- May–Sept: High Heat Drying
- Dec–Jan: Slow Winter Curing
Summer Tip: Choose clean, low-organic fill dirt and request placement near the area to be filled so it’s easier to compact and grade after delivery.
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5+ Ton Orders - Add around 10% to ensure enough additional material on hand.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Columbus Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in Columbus.
Costs vary by supplier, delivery distance, load size, and site access. Hello Gravel connects you with local Columbus suppliers and haulers and the minimum order is 3 tons; request a quote online for an exact price. Additional fees can apply for next-day delivery, tight access, or special dumping locations.
There is no single fixed price, but delivered fill dirt in the Columbus area generally falls in a variable range depending on local supply and hauling. For planning purposes expect suppliers to quote a delivered per-ton rate and a minimum order; the best way to get an accurate number is to request a tailored quote from Hello Gravel for your zip code.
Raising 1,000 sq ft by 6 inches requires about 500 cubic feet, or roughly 18.5 cubic yards of material. Using a common conversion, that equates to about 22 to 28 tons of fill dirt depending on moisture and compaction; we recommend ordering 5-10% extra to allow for settling and grading.
Fill dirt is useful for raising and grading the driveway subgrade, but it is not a durable surface material for traffic on clay soils. For a long-lasting driveway, use fill dirt to correct grade and then install a compacted structural base such as crushed stone or crushed limestone and a top surface designed for traffic. If expansive clay is present, consider consulting a local contractor or geotechnical advisor for site-specific recommendations.
In West Texas conditions, fill dirt can dry and shrink during hot, dry spells and soften or erode during heavy rains, especially if it has a high sand or silt content. Proper compaction, layering in lifts, and installing drainage and erosion controls will reduce movement and washout. For exposed areas, cap the fill with gravel or vegetation to protect it from intense sun and storm runoff.
Crushed limestone (or similar crushed stone) provides much better drainage and long-term stability as a driveway surface than fill dirt. Use fill dirt only as bulk fill to establish grade or to raise low spots, then place and compact crushed limestone or another engineered base as the working surface to handle traffic and water.
Yes, local Columbus contractors commonly compact fill dirt using plate compactors, rollers, or tampers and will compact in 6- to 12-inch lifts until the material is firm. Costs vary by project size and method: small jobs may run a few hundred dollars for contractor time, while equipment rental for DIY compaction can be roughly $50 to $200 per day; get written estimates from contractors for your specific job. Always ask contractors about target compaction and lift thickness for your site.
Hello Gravel requires a minimum order of 3 tons, which covers most small landscaping needs; many local dump-truck suppliers have similar minimums. If you need only a few wheelbarrows, check local garden centers or bagged soil retailers for small quantities, or contact Hello Gravel to see if a local supplier can accommodate a smaller delivery.
Minor yard grading often does not require a permit, but changes that affect drainage, create a large earthwork, or occur in regulated areas (like floodplains) may require permits or reviews. Contact the City of Columbus building/engineering department or Colorado County permitting office to confirm local rules before you start work. If your project alters stormwater drainage or neighboring properties, get permits and documentation to avoid code problems.
Fill dirt used alone as a driveway surface will perform poorly over time—expect rutting, erosion, and frequent regrading after rain events. If you cap compacted fill dirt with a proper crushed-stone base and maintain drainage, the assembly will last much longer with only occasional top-up. Plan on periodic maintenance such as regrading low spots after heavy rains and adding fresh base material every 1 to 3 years depending on traffic and weather.
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.
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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://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.
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