Fill Dirt in Marble City, TN

Prices vary by supplier and soil type, but in the Tennessee region fill-dirt typically runs about $15 to $35 per cubic yard (approximately $12 to $27 per ton) delivered. Final price depends on local availability, whether the dirt is screened or contains clay or rock, and your delivery location in Marble City — get an exact quote through our checkout or call our team.

Yes — for most projects fill-dirt is usually less expensive than crushed gravel because it is less processed and often locally sourced. Gravel is better for drainage and driveways, so while fill-dirt saves money up front, gravel can be more appropriate (and cost-effective long term) where strength and drainage matter.

A typical tri-axle dump truck delivers about 10 to 12 cubic yards of loose fill-dirt. As a rule of thumb, one cubic yard covers about 108 sq ft at 3 inches depth or 81 sq ft at 4 inches depth, so a 10-cubic-yard load will cover roughly 1,080 sq ft at 3 inches or 810 sq ft at 4 inches before compaction and settlement.

Use the area and desired depth to estimate: to raise a 1,000 sq ft lawn by 3 inches you need about 10 cubic yards (roughly 12–14 tons depending on moisture and composition). For filling low spots or building up a small garden bed, 1 cubic yard per 100 sq ft at 3 inches is a simple guide; always add 5–15% for compaction and settling.

Fill-dirt can be used to build grade under a driveway, but it is not recommended as the final base layer for driving surfaces because it may contain fines and clay that hold water and settle. For a durable driveway, use well-compacted engineered fill and a layer of crushed stone or aggregate designed for load-bearing and drainage.

Yes — most fill-dirt will settle and compact over time, especially if it contains fines or clay or if it was delivered loose and not compacted on site. Plan for settlement by ordering extra (commonly 5–15%), compacting the material as you install it, and avoiding planting deep-rooted plants directly in newly placed fill until it stabilizes.

Suppliers in the Tennessee region typically offer native subsoil (unscreened fill), screened fill (fewer rocks and debris), and blended options with more sand for drainage. Since regional geology varies, color and texture will reflect Marble City local soils — add special requests in Order Notes and our team will do our best to match them.

Standard delivery is 2 or more business days; next-day delivery is available for orders placed before noon CST for an additional fee. Hello Gravel has a 3-ton minimum, deliveries are made by contracted dump trucks (usually tri-axle), and tailgate spreading is possible at the driver’s discretion but not guaranteed.

Clear a safe drop location free of low-hanging wires, tree limbs, vehicles, and fragile landscaping and confirm a driving surface that can handle a heavy dump truck. Mark the preferred pile area, note any tight turns or gate codes in Order Notes, and be aware trucks can leave ruts on soft yards so plan protective measures if needed.

If you have concerns about quality, quantity, or condition of the delivery, contact Hello Gravel customer service promptly and provide photos and order details so we can work with the supplier to resolve it. We will do our best to address issues fairly; see our order and refund policy for specific next steps.