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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Free local delivery via dump truck using our trusted supplier network.
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Why Salado Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Salado is a growing West Texas community with a city population of 10,920 and part of a metro area with 2.7+ million residents experiencing a 2.47% annual growth rate. With 228 sunny days per year, an annual rainfall of 36.14 inches, and a hardiness zone of 8b, the local climate supports both active landscaping and steady construction activity. That combination of growth and climate drives demand for reliable bulk materials: homeowners and contractors are regularly regrading yards, building pads for outbuildings, and finishing foundation backfill. Many Salado residents prefer DIY projects, so clear guidance on material choice, quantity calculations, and scheduled delivery is essential to keep projects on time and on budget.Popular Projects in Salado This Season
- Driveway Base Fill Dirt30 tons
- Garage Pad Fill Dirt45 tons
- Backyard Grading Fill Dirt15 tons
- Pool Backfill Fill Dirt25 tons
- Foundation Backfill Fill Dirt35 tons
Salado Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West Texas
- 🏘️ Population: 10,920
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.7+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 36.14 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 228/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 2.47% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Salado Projects
- Oct–Nov: Optimal Fall Compaction
- Feb–Apr: Soft Spring Soils
- May–Sept: High Summer Shrinkage
- Dec–Jan: Freeze Thaw Risk
Summer Tip: Grade fill dirt away from foundations and compact it in layers, and plan surface slopes to handle Salado's 36.14 inches of annual rainfall and 228 sunny days.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Salado Fill Dirt Delivery
Everything you need to know about fill dirt delivery in Salado.
Delivered prices for fill dirt to Salado typically vary depending on haul distance and local supply; many residential deliveries fall in a broad range that contractors and suppliers quote per ton. Hello Gravel provides zip-code specific quotes online so you get an accurate delivered price for your address rather than a guess. For planning, expect price variation by season and by whether additional services (spreading, access fees) are needed.
Local suppliers serve Salado from Bell County and nearby metros (Temple, Georgetown, and Austin); Hello Gravel connects you to these local haulers. Minimum truckloads from independent suppliers are often a tri-axle load (about 10-12 tons), but Hello Gravel’s platform accepts smaller orders down to our 3-ton minimum and will show available delivery options at checkout. If you need a specific supplier or truck type, request that in Order Notes or contact our sales team.
Fill dirt densities vary with moisture and composition, but a good Salado-area planning estimate is about 1.2 to 1.4 tons per cubic yard for compacted fill. If you are calculating for loose delivered material, use the lower end (around 1.1 to 1.2 tons per cubic yard) and then account for compaction and settling when placing. For final specs tied to local building or engineering requirements, allow your contractor or engineer to confirm the exact conversion for your project.
No — plain fill dirt is generally not recommended as the finished surface for driveways or parking pads in Salado. West Texas heat and sporadic heavy rains can cause fine-grained fill dirt to rut, wash, or become muddy; instead use fill dirt only to raise or grade then cap it with road base, crushed limestone, or compacted gravel for a durable surface. Proper compaction and drainage are essential if fill dirt is used below a structural base layer.
Possibly. Salado and Bell County have local permitting and zoning rules that can apply to grading, new driveways, or changes to lot contours, and many HOAs require notice or approval for large deliveries and significant grading. Before ordering large amounts of fill, check with the Town of Salado building department and your HOA to confirm any permit, erosion control, or truck access requirements. If you need documentation for permits, Hello Gravel can provide delivery details and weights for your records.
Road base or crushed limestone is more appropriate for driveway longevity in Salado because angular particles lock together and shed water better than fine fill dirt. Fill dirt can be a good subgrade or grade-raising material when well-compacted, but as a top layer it will require more frequent grading and maintenance. For longer-lasting, lower-maintenance driveways in West Texas, use engineered base layers topped with a suitable surface material.
Many deliveries to Salado addresses include standard delivery in the quoted price, but rural properties with long driveways, narrow access, or steep approaches may incur additional access or maneuvering fees. These fees vary by supplier and site conditions; Hello Gravel shows any extra charges before you confirm your order so there are no surprises. To avoid extra fees, provide clear access notes at checkout and, if possible, arrange a nearby drop-off point with room for a tri-axle truck to turn.
For pool backfill and foundation backfill in Salado, contractors often prefer engineered or structural fill blends with low-organic content and predictable compaction characteristics rather than generic fill dirt. Clean, granular backfill with good drainage (or specified engineered fill) reduces hydrostatic pressure and settlement risk in the region’s clay-prone soils. Discuss exact specifications with your pool contractor or engineer and request the appropriate material type when ordering through Hello Gravel.
Properly compacted fill dirt used as a subgrade beneath a well-designed base and surface can last for many years, but fill dirt used as the wearing surface will deteriorate much sooner under heavy vehicle traffic. Longevity depends on compaction quality, drainage, the type of vehicles, and whether a durable surface layer is installed; with correct engineering and surfacing, the assembly can last decades. For direct vehicle traffic, choose a granular base or crushed stone surface rather than bare fill dirt.
Yes — many local contractors and equipment operators in the Salado area provide compaction, grading, and finish work when you order fill dirt. Labor and equipment rates vary widely based on scope; some contractors charge hourly for machines (commonly quoted in the market) while others provide a project price. For an accurate cost, ask contractors for line-item estimates that include grading, compaction passes, equipment type, and any permitting or erosion-control work; Hello Gravel can help connect you to local pros if you need recommendations.
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.
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