Fill Dirt in Cibolo, TX

Prices vary by supplier and haul distance, but delivered fill dirt in the Cibolo/West Texas area generally ranges from about $10 to $25 per ton. Using a common conversion of about 1.3 tons per cubic yard, that equals roughly $13 to $33 per cubic yard. Exact pricing depends on your zip code, order size (Hello Gravel minimum is 3 tons), and whether you need next-day delivery or special truck access.

Hello Gravel connects you with local suppliers and haulers serving the Cibolo/San Antonio region rather than a single carrier; availability depends on your exact zip code. Many suppliers will deliver the company minimum of 3 tons (Hello Gravel minimum), but some pits or municipalities prefer larger loads (10 to 15 tons) for long hauls. If you provide your address on our site we can check which local suppliers serve your area and any supplier-specific minimums.

Cibolo's hot summers and local clay-rich soils make compaction and drainage critical: clay can swell when wet and shrink when dry, causing settlement and cracking. Heavy rains can cause erosion or washout on unprotected slopes, while prolonged heat dries out and hardens surfaces. To reduce problems, use low-organic, well-graded fill, compact in lifts, and plan drainage away from structures.

For yard grading, screened fill dirt with low organic content and good compaction qualities is best. For shed bases and other small structures, compacted structural fill with a gravel cap or crushed stone is recommended to improve drainage and load-bearing. For driveways, fill dirt alone is not ideal as a wearing surface; use fill to level and then install a roadbase or crushed limestone layer on top for a stable driveway.

For most residential projects aim for a firm, well-compacted base; professionals often target about 90 to 95 percent of standard Proctor density for structural work. Homeowners can achieve good results in small areas with a rented plate compactor or jumping jack, using 4 to 6 passes per lift; larger areas benefit from a small vibratory roller. Compact dirt in 4 to 6 inch lifts rather than one thick layer and moisten if the soil is too dry before compacting.

Use this quick rule of thumb for Cibolo: one inch across one acre equals about 134 cubic yards, which is roughly 175 tons using a conversion of 1.3 tons per cubic yard. Multiply 175 tons by the number of inches you want to add (so 6 inches over one acre is about 1,050 tons). These are approximate figures; for small areas or critical grades get a site-specific calculation.

Yes. Cibolo and Guadalupe County (and many HOAs) may require permits or have rules about grading, drainage, erosion control, and changes to finished grades. Large fills near property lines, wetlands, or septic systems often need permits and inspection, and many HOAs restrict visible soil work or require preapproval. Contact the City of Cibolo permitting office and your HOA before ordering large volumes to avoid delays or rework.

Well-compacted fill used as a base can perform for many years, but expect some settlement in the first season especially with clay soils and after heavy rain. Plan on settling and occasional top-ups or re-compaction, and protect exposed slopes with erosion control or seed. Fill dirt is not a finished surface, so add proper surface materials (grass, gravel, or pavement) where traffic or erosion is a concern.

Fill dirt is usually cheaper per ton than limestone or roadbase, but it does not provide the same structural support or drainage for a driveway. Roadbase or crushed limestone costs more (often $20 to $45 per ton delivered in the region) but creates a stable, long-lasting driveway surface, so the higher upfront cost usually saves money on repairs. For driveways, we generally recommend using fill dirt only for grading and then installing a compacted roadbase as the structural layer and wearing surface.

Deliveries are typically made by tri-axle dump trucks, so you need clear, level access, a turnaround or enough room to back in, and no low overhead wires over the drop location. Narrow subdivision streets, on-street parking, or gated entries may require smaller trucks, additional fees, or local permits, and drivers may be unable to spread material beyond the tailgate. Add delivery notes in checkout, check for neighborhood restrictions, and contact Hello Gravel if you need alternate truck sizes or staging options.