Fill Dirt in Bastrop, TX

Delivered fill dirt in Bastrop typically ranges from about $10 to $30 per ton, depending on the supplier, distance from the source, whether it is screened/clean, and current demand. Regional sourcing means prices can change week to week, so get a live quote on Hello Gravel for an exact delivered price to your zip code.

Local sellers include landscaping supply yards, excavation contractors, and regional material yards serving Bastrop and the greater West Texas region. The fastest way to find specific suppliers and scheduled delivery options is to check Hello Gravel by entering your zip code or call our team to connect you with vetted local haulers and yards.

Hello Gravel’s minimum order is 3 tons, which is common in the area; many local suppliers also start at roughly 3 tons or one partial-truck load. Delivery fees vary by distance, truck type, and access but commonly range from free on larger orders to about $50–$150 for small loads; next-day delivery or limited-access drops can carry additional charges.

Bastrop and surrounding West Texas often have clay-rich soils that shrink and swell with moisture, so untreated fill dirt can settle or crack under heavy loads and seasonal moisture changes. Hot, dry summers make compaction harder unless the material is moistened; for driveways and critical grading, contractors typically place and compact fill dirt in lifts and cap it with a granular engineered base to ensure long-term stability.

Raising 1,000 sq ft by 6 inches requires about 18.5 cubic yards (1,000 ft2 x 0.5 ft = 500 cu ft; 500/27 = 18.52 cu yd). Fill dirt commonly weighs about 1.2 to 1.4 tons per cubic yard, so you should plan on roughly 22 to 26 tons; add 5–10% extra for compaction and settlement.

Regulations vary by project size and location, so check with the City of Bastrop Permitting and Development Department or Bastrop County before importing large volumes. Restrictions typically address grading permits, erosion control, and acceptance of clean versus potentially contaminated fill; do not import material from unknown or suspect sites without documentation.

Contractors in Bastrop usually prefer screened (clean) fill dirt for final grade, landscaping, and top dressing because it compacts more uniformly and reduces debris. For bulk structural backfill where cost matters, mixed or borrow fill is acceptable, but for driveways and finished yards most pros will use screened fill plus a granular base material.

Compact fill dirt in 4–8 inch lifts using a vibratory plate compactor for small areas, a trench rammer for narrow zones, and a vibratory smooth drum roller for larger areas. Because Bastrop is hot and dry, lightly moisten each lift before compacting to reach good density; aim for staged compaction and check results with a spot density test for structural work.

Fill dirt is OK as subgrade to raise or level a site but is not a substitute for crusher run or engineered base if you need a durable driveway surface. Crusher run and engineered bases provide strength, drainage, and load distribution; homeowners in Bastrop should use fill dirt to build grade then install an engineered base and surface material for a long-lasting driveway.

Yes. Demand increases in spring and summer, and heavy rain events can restrict hauling and raise prices; hot summer months may also affect delivery scheduling because of higher demand for landscaping projects. We recommend ordering early, checking Hello Gravel for real-time availability, and allowing extra lead time during busy seasons.