Fill-dirt in Fall Branch, TN

Delivered fill-dirt prices in the Fall Branch area commonly range from about $12 to $28 per ton, depending on supplier, distance, and moisture content. Exact pricing varies by zip code and order size; use Hello Gravel’s checkout to get a local, firm quote and note that minimum orders start at 3 tons.

Hello Gravel works with local suppliers who typically require a 3-ton minimum order and deliver by dump truck. Some local contractors or suppliers in West Tennessee may offer smaller loads or split deliveries, so contact Hello Gravel with your zip code and project details and we will check for small-load options in your area.

Fill-dirt can be used for grading and raising areas, but West Tennessee’s clay soils and seasonal freeze-thaw cycles make drainage and compaction critical. For driveways and garage pads it’s best to use well-graded structural fill and compact in lifts, and top with a crushed stone base to improve drainage and reduce settling over time.

A 20 by 30 ft area raised 6 inches requires about 11.1 cubic yards of material, which is roughly 14 to 15 tons of typical fill-dirt in Fall Branch (assuming 1 cu yd ≈ 1.25–1.35 tons). Order a little extra (5-10%) to allow for compaction and minor grading adjustments and remember Hello Gravel’s 3-ton minimum.

Clean, mineral fill-dirt compacts well when placed in thin lifts and properly compacted with equipment, but material with organic content will settle more and can cause long-term issues in Fall Branch’s rainy, clay-prone conditions. For reliable results, request clean structural fill, compact in 4–6 inch lifts, and consider geotextile or a gravel cap to limit water infiltration and future settling.

Common alternatives include crushed stone (good for structural bases and drainage), topsoil (for planting and lawns), and engineered fill (compacted, tested material). Generally, topsoil costs more per cubic yard than basic fill-dirt and is used for final grading and planting, while crushed stone or engineered fill costs more but provides better stability and drainage — check Hello Gravel for exact local price comparisons.

Measure your area and calculate the quantity you need, then enter your zip code on Hello Gravel to see local supplier options and pricing. Choose a delivery date (standard 2+ business days or next-day if ordered before noon CST), request tailgate spreading at checkout if desired, and contact our team for help with quantity estimates or special delivery instructions.