Fill-dirt in Mountain City, TN

A delivered load price varies with truck size, material quality, and distance. Expect roughly $15 to $35 per cubic yard delivered in West Tennessee; a typical tri-axle load (10–14 cubic yards) would therefore run about $150 to $490 before local fees. Get a zip-code-based quote on checkout for an exact price.

In West Tennessee, delivered fill-dirt typically ranges from about $15 to $35 per cubic yard, or roughly $10 to $25 per ton depending on moisture and composition. Prices vary by supplier, season, and how far the haul is, so use our calculator or request a quote for Mountain City-specific pricing.

Local suppliers commonly use tri-axle dump trucks that carry about 10–14 cubic yards of loose fill-dirt. Depending on moisture and soil type, that equates to roughly 10–18 tons per load (fill-dirt often weighs about 1.0–1.4 tons per cubic yard). Ask your supplier whether they quote by ton or cubic yard so you can compare accurately.

No, 2 inches of fill-dirt is not enough for a driveway. For a stable driveway in Mountain City you typically need at least 4–6 inches of compacted structural fill or granular base, then an additional layer of gravel on top for drainage and wear. Fill-dirt is best for raising grade or leveling; it is not a long-term driving surface without a proper base and gravel.

Per cubic yard, plain fill-dirt is usually cheaper than crushed gravel. However, for driveway bases gravel or a compacted granular base provides better drainage and load-bearing capacity, so the cheaper material may not be the right choice for a driveway. For yard leveling or filling low spots, fill-dirt is typically the economical option.

Costs depend on driveway width and depth. For a single-car width (12 ft) and 6 inches of compacted fill, a 20-ft driveway needs about 4.5 cubic yards; allow 10–20% extra for compaction and grading, so order about 5–6 cubic yards. At $15–$35 per cubic yard delivered, fill-dirt material would be about $75–$210; labor for spreading and compaction plus a gravel topcoat are additional and vary by contractor.

You can put gravel directly over firm, well-draining soil, but on soft, wet, or uneven dirt it will quickly rut and mix with the gravel. For driveways and high-traffic areas in Mountain City we recommend adding and compacting structural fill or a granular base (4–6 inches) before placing gravel, and consider a geotextile fabric to reduce mixing. For simple yard leveling, fill-dirt followed by topsoil or seed may be sufficient.

Hello Gravel works with local suppliers that commonly deliver to Mountain City, TN; enter your zip code to confirm availability. Our platform shows transparent fees—many areas include free standard delivery, but it depends on distance and supplier. Minimum orders typically start at 3 tons; next-day delivery may be available for orders placed before noon CST for an additional fee.

Suppliers need project dimensions (length, width, and desired depth), finished elevation or how much you want to raise the area, and access details (driveway turns, gates, overhead wires). Site photos, notes about staging space, whether compaction or spreading is needed, and any permit requirements help give an accurate quote. Sharing these on checkout or with customer service speeds up accurate pricing.

West Tennessee weather—rainy periods and occasional freeze-thaw—can increase settlement and erosion, so plan on ordering 5–20% extra material to allow for compaction and washing out. Avoid deliveries in very wet conditions when possible because wet soil is heavier, spreads poorly, and settles more. Schedule work in drier weeks and compact material in lifts for best long-term results.

Yes. Areas around Mountain City may have clayey or poorly draining pockets that hold water and cause settlement; good drainage planning is important. If you are raising grades near foundations or creating driveways, consider drainage swales, proper slope away from structures, and possibly a sand/gravel mix or geotextile underlayer to improve stability and reduce future problems.