Fill-dirt in Mount Pleasant, TN

Prices fluctuate by supplier, distance, and truck size, but expect a ballpark delivered range of roughly $15 to $45 per cubic yard for fill dirt near Mount Pleasant. A typical tri-axle dump truck carries about 10 to 16 cubic yards, so a full truckload often runs in the low hundreds up to around $700 to $900 in many cases. For an exact, up-to-date price for your address, request a quote on Hello Gravel (check your zip code) since local factors can change the final cost.

Most tri-axle dump trucks deliver about 10 to 16 cubic yards of material (roughly 12 to 22 tons depending on soil density). For conversions: 1 cubic yard = 27 cubic feet. To cover 1,000 sq ft: 2u0022 = about 6.2 yd3, 4u0022 = about 12.3 yd3, 6u0022 = about 18.5 yd3. For a 20-ft by 10-ft driveway (200 sq ft): 2u0022 = about 1.2 yd3, 4u0022 = about 2.5 yd3, 6u0022 = about 3.7 yd3. Adjust ton estimates using an average of about 1.3 to 1.5 tons per yd3 for compacted fill dirt.

Generally, plain fill dirt is cheaper per cubic yard than decorative gravel or crushed stone because it is a basic, unscreened material. However, driveway-quality base rock or crushed gravel (which performs much better long term) often costs more and may be a better value for driveways despite the higher price. Local availability in West Tennessee can push prices up or down, so compare quotes for both materials before deciding.

Using rough pricing examples: covering 1,000 sq ft at 4u0022 depth needs about 12.3 yd3. At $20/yd3 for fill dirt, material would be about $246; at $35/yd3 for gravel, material would be about $430. Many Hello Gravel deliveries include free standard delivery in the region, but small-load fees or next-day service may add cost; tailgate spreading (if available) is at the driver’s discretion and may cost an extra $50 to $150 if offered. For an accurate total, request a detailed quote including delivery and any optional spreading.

Prices vary by source and season, but a common range for fill dirt in Tennessee is about $12 to $45 per cubic yard delivered. One cubic yard of fill dirt typically weighs around 1.3 to 1.5 tons, so per-ton pricing roughly converts to about $8 to $35 per ton. West Tennessee, including Mount Pleasant, is often on the lower-to-middle side of those ranges due to local supply, but exact pricing depends on supplier, distance, and whether the material is screened or contains rock.

If your 20-foot driveway is 20 ft long by 10 ft wide (200 sq ft) and you need a 4u0022 depth, you need about 2.5 yd3. Using rough material prices, fill dirt at $20/yd3 is about $50 in material and gravel at $35/yd3 is about $87. Proper driveway construction usually requires compaction and a base of crushed stone (4u0022 to 6u0022), which raises material and labor costs; expect total installed costs (materials, delivery, compaction, and spreading by a contractor) to be several hundred to a few thousand dollars depending on depth and finish. Get a site-specific quote from Hello Gravel and consider hiring a local contractor for grading and compaction for a lasting driveway.

You can put gravel directly over bare dirt, but it will usually settle, rut, and wash out faster in Mount Pleasant’s rainy seasons unless the subgrade is prepared. For a long-lasting driveway we recommend proper preparation: remove organic topsoil, add and compact fill or select sub-base material, install geotextile fabric if needed, and place 4u0022 to 6u0022 of compacted crushed stone before the top gravel layer. Proper drainage and compaction are especially important in West Tennessee soils to prevent future maintenance.

Yes, fill dirt is commonly used to raise or level yards in Mount Pleasant; calculate volume by multiplying area by desired depth and converting cubic feet to cubic yards (divide by 27). Example: to raise a 500 sq ft area by 3u0022 you need about 500*(3/12)/27 = 4.6 yd3. Hello Gravel connects you with local suppliers who will deliver the material; tailgate spreading is sometimes available at the driver’s discretion but is not guaranteed, so plan for additional labor or a contractor for spreading and compaction if you need a finished surface.

Two inches is not sufficient for a driveway base in West Tennessee; it may function briefly as a surface layer but will not provide proper support. For residential driveways we recommend a compacted base of 4u0022 to 6u0022 of crushed stone with an additional 2u0022 to 3u0022 top layer of finer gravel or screenings for a total of 6u0022 to 9u0022 of material depending on soil and use. Proper compaction and drainage are key to avoiding potholes and rutting in the region.

Yes. Hello Gravel’s network commonly has a minimum order (our platform minimum is 3 tons) and suppliers may set their own minimums, access fees, or small-load charges. Standard delivery is usually 2+ business days with next-day available before noon CST for an extra fee, and seasonal weather can affect availability and delivery windows in West Tennessee. Always check your zip code on Hello Gravel, request a written quote, and note access restrictions or spreading requests in your order notes.