Fill Dirt in Fentress County, TN

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Fill-dirt prices vary by source, gradation, and distance, but in rural Tennessee you can typically expect roughly $8 to $20 per ton for basic fill-dirt. Delivery fees depend on truck type and distance to the supplier—single tri-axle truck runs to Fentress County commonly add $75 to $250 or more—so get a zip-code quote through Hello Gravel for an exact price and note our minimum order of about 3 tons.

Fentress County sits on the Cumberland Plateau with rolling terrain, seasonal freeze-thaw cycles, and areas of sticky clay soils; those conditions make drainage and compaction important. Poorly drained or clay-rich fill can settle, heave, or hold water, so plan for proper grading, compaction, and drainage features to keep fill-dirt stable in local conditions.

Typical estimates: to raise a 10 ft by 100 ft driveway by 4 inches you’ll need roughly 10–20 tons (8–15 cubic yards); to level a small yard dip of 200 sq ft by 3 inches plan on 3–6 tons (2.5–5 cubic yards); and for foundation backfill around a small house expect 40–150 tons depending on depth and perimeter. These are starting points—use exact measurements and Hello Gravel’s calculator or request a site estimate for precise quantities.

Install fill-dirt in 4–6 inch lifts, compacting each layer with a plate compactor or roller until stable; thin lifts and compaction reduce future settlement. Added costs to budget for include contractor labor, equipment rental ($50–$250/day depending on gear), grading/spreading labor, and any testing or geotextile installation; ask local contractors for written line-item estimates for spreading and compaction.

Fill-dirt is mostly subsoil used to raise or level areas and for basic backfill; it is not ideal as a finished driveway surface or for planting. Crushed stone gives a durable driveway surface and good drainage, bank-run gravel is a mixed local aggregate better for rural roads, and topsoil is for planting. For driveways in Fentress County we often recommend a compacted fill-dirt subgrade topped with crushed stone to handle wet and freeze-thaw conditions.

Yes, most fill-dirt is sourced from nearby pits and quarries on the Cumberland Plateau; some local suppliers and haulers serve Jamestown, Allardt, and surrounding areas. Minimums vary—Hello Gravel’s platform generally shows a 3-ton minimum but some quarries or truckers may require a full truckload—request a quote for your zip code to see local minimums and lead times.

You may. Driveway connections to county or state roads can require permits from the Fentress County road department or the Tennessee Department of Transportation, especially if altering a shoulder or drainage. If you live in a subdivision with an HOA, check covenants for any restrictions; when in doubt contact local county planning or the DOT district office before delivery.

Properly compacted fill-dirt used as subgrade or backfill can remain stable for many years, but exposed fills and unpaved surfaces typically need attention. Expect to regrade or add material to rural driveways or low spots every 1–3 years after heavy rains or freeze-thaw cycles, and inspect after major storms to touch up drainage and low spots early to prevent bigger repairs.

Contractors in the region often recommend well-graded fill with some fines for compaction, controlled lifts, and the use of geotextile fabric or a crushed-stone base in wet or steep spots to prevent slippage. For driveways and steeper slopes, a crushed-stone cap and proper drainage (swales, culverts) are common recommendations to keep fill-dirt performing in Cumberland Plateau conditions.