Fill-dirt in Lewisburg, TN

Fill-dirt is clean earth used to raise grade, fill holes, and build pads; it usually contains little to no organic material and few large rocks. In Lewisburg projects it is commonly used to level yards, raise building pads for sheds and garages, and correct drainage low spots before laying gravel or sod.

Local prices vary by supplier and haul distance, but fill-dirt in West Tennessee commonly ranges from about $10 to $30 per ton or roughly $12 to $40 per cubic yard delivered. For an exact price at your Lewisburg address, check your zip code on our site or request a quote since regional sourcing and truck routes affect final cost.

Hello Gravel works with local suppliers that generally have a 3-ton minimum order and standard delivery of 2+ business days. Next-day delivery is sometimes available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee, and drivers use dump trucks (typically tri-axle); tailgate spreading is possible but offered at the driver's discretion.

Ask for clean, compactable fill-dirt with minimal organics and a mix of fines that locks together; for driveways you may want a base layer of compactable fill-dirt followed by a 4-6 inch layer of crusher-run or crushed stone for drainage. Local suppliers can recommend a blend that works with West Tennessee clay soils and the load you expect.

In Lewisburg's humid climate and clay-rich soils, untreated fill-dirt can hold moisture and shift during freeze-thaw cycles, causing settling or heaving. To reduce problems, use well-graded, low-organic fill-dirt, place in controlled lifts, compact each lift, and provide surface drainage away from structures.

For small areas, a rented plate compactor or jumping jack is usually sufficient; for larger areas hire or rent a vibratory roller or walk-behind roller. Place fill in 4-8 inch lifts and compact each lift to reduce future settling; contractors often aim for high relative density (around 90% or higher) depending on the project.

Common alternatives include crusher-run (better for load-bearing bases and drainage), bank-run gravel (cheaper but less uniform), and topsoil (used for planting, not as a structural fill). Crusher-run costs more but gives a stronger, more stable base for driveways; topsoil is inexpensive for grading yard areas but will compress and settle more than fill-dirt.

Measure the area in square feet, multiply by depth in feet, then divide by 27 to get cubic yards (area x depth / 27). Multiply cubic yards by about 1.2 to 1.4 to estimate tons, since moisture and compaction change weight; use our online calculator or get a quick quote from Hello Gravel for a more exact figure.

Most simple yard grading and small fill projects do not require hauling permits, but projects that affect floodplains, wetlands, public right-of-way, or substantial grading may require permits from Marshall County or the City of Lewisburg. Check with the Marshall County building or planning office before large deliveries or significant grade changes to make sure you meet local rules.

A properly placed and compacted fill-dirt base under a well-designed driveway can last many years, but in Lewisburg's climate you should expect periodic maintenance like regrading, adding 1-2 inches of stone, and repairing ruts every few years. Good drainage and occasional topping will extend lifespan and reduce settlement caused by seasonal moisture changes.