Fill-dirt in Arthur, TN

In Arthur and surrounding West Tennessee, delivered screened fill-dirt typically runs in the range of about $20 to $45 per ton depending on supplier distance, screening, and truck access. Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum and standard delivery is 2+ business days; next-day delivery may be possible for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee. Local site conditions and the need for spreading or compaction can increase total cost.

For raising grade or filling low spots, use screened fill-dirt (fines removed) that compacts well; this is good for subgrade work but not as a finished driving surface. For the driveway surface, plan to cap the compacted fill-dirt with a layer of crushed stone or gravel (typically 3/4u0022 crushed stone) to improve drainage and load-bearing. Tell us your project in the Order Notes and we can recommend a local supplier and material mix.

For 1,000 sq ft at 3 inches deep you need about 9.3 cubic yards, which is roughly 11 to 13 tons of fill-dirt depending on moisture and compaction (we use around 1.2-1.4 tons per cubic yard as a rule of thumb). A 12x40 driveway (480 sq ft) at 3 inches is about 4.4 cubic yards, or roughly 5 to 7 tons. Always order 5% to 10% extra to allow for compaction, grading, and waste.

Fill-dirt can be used in West Tennessee to build up low areas, but native clay and heavy rainfall mean fill-dirt alone will hold moisture and can rut or settle if used as a finished surface. For wet or clayey sites, compact the fill in lifts, improve drainage (swales, pipes), and cap with a free-draining layer like crushed stone. In many cases we recommend geotextile fabric under the fill and a stone cap for long-term performance.

If the driveway uses compacted fill-dirt as a base with a proper stone cap, you can expect good service for many years, but maintenance is typical. Plan to regrade and add 1/2u0022 to 1u0022 of top stone yearly or every other year depending on traffic, and address drainage issues after heavy West Tennessee rains. If fill-dirt is used as the surface, expect much more frequent rutting and repairs.

Fill-dirt is best used to build grade or fill voids; crushed stone is the better surface material for traffic because it drains and compacts into a stable driving surface. For farm roads we usually recommend a compacted subgrade (fill-dirt if needed), geotextile separation, and a wearing course of larger crushed stone or rock. Choosing crushed stone as the top layer reduces mud and maintenance in West Tennessee's wet climate.

Yes. Hello Gravel connects customers in Arthur and West Tennessee with vetted local suppliers and hauling partners who commonly offer screened fill-dirt and delivery. Availability of spreading or tailgate spreading varies by hauler and is done at the driver's discretion; request spreading in your Order Notes and we will pass it to the supplier. Check your zip code on our site or contact our team for a supplier list and pricing.

Our platform has a 3-ton minimum order. Standard delivery requires 2+ business days; same-day delivery is rare and depends on local truck availability and timing, so call our team to check for last-minute options. Next-day delivery may be available for orders placed before noon CST for an additional fee.

Use geotextile fabric when your site has soft, wet, or clayey soils (common in West Tennessee) or when you expect heavy loads; the fabric separates the fill from the native soil and reduces mixing and pumping. It also helps stabilize the subgrade and extend the life of a stone cap or access road. Install the fabric before placing fill and overlap seams per manufacturer guidance.

For a small driveway or yard project, expect contractor costs (equipment + operator) in the ballpark of $200 to $600 depending on job size, access, and time on site; hourly equipment rates are commonly $75 to $150 per hour. Larger projects might be quoted per day ($600 to $1,200) or per cubic yard handled; request at least two local quotes and include compaction, grading, and disposal of excess material in the estimate.