Fill Dirt in Clifton, TX

Typical delivered prices for fill dirt in West Texas can vary by supplier, screening, and haul distance. Expect a rough range of $8 to $25 per ton or about $10 to $35 per cubic yard as a ballpark — screened or caliche-rich material and long hauls drive prices up. Exact pricing depends on your zip code, minimum order, and any screening or spreading services; request a quote through Hello Gravel for an accurate local price.

Common local options include native subsoil (unscreened fill), screened fill (fewer rocks and debris), caliche (hard, carbonate-rich material common in West Texas), and crusher fines blends used for base layers. For general grade-raising and backfill, screened fill is easiest to compact and work with, while caliche is often chosen where a firm, inexpensive base is needed. Pick the type based on whether you need a final surface (avoid plain fill dirt) or a compacted subbase under gravel or pavement.

In West Texas heat, fill dirt dries and can shrink and crack if not properly compacted and moistened during placement; rare freeze-thaw cycles are usually not a major issue here. Heavy rains can cause soft spots and erosion on slopes or poorly drained areas, so good drainage and erosion control are important on Clifton's rolling terrain. Caliche may harden when damp and compacted, giving a strong base, but regional variability means performance can differ by source.

Contractors commonly compact fill dirt in 6- to 8-inch lifts using plate compactors, small rollers, or vibratory rollers and may add water to reach optimal moisture. Delivery is usually by tri-axle dump truck; Hello Gravel lists a 3-ton minimum order and works with local haulers that offer standard and next-day delivery. Some crews offer tailgate spreading at the driver's discretion and can provide machine spreading and grading with skid steers or small dozers for an extra fee.

A good rule is 1 cubic yard = 27 cubic feet and fill dirt weighs roughly 1.2 to 1.5 tons per cubic yard depending on moisture and composition. For example, for 100 square feet area: 2 inches of fill = about 0.62 yd3 (≈0.8 tons), 4 inches = about 1.23 yd3 (≈1.6 tons), and 6 inches = about 1.85 yd3 (≈2.4 tons). Use 1.3 tons/yd3 as a working estimate and order a small buffer (5-10%) for settling and compaction losses.

Permit and HOA requirements vary: Clifton city or Bosque County may require permits if you change drainage, alter a driveway approach, or do substantial grading. Many HOAs have surfacing, setback, or appearance rules that affect whether plain fill dirt, caliche, or finished gravel is allowed for driveways and front-yard surfacing. Before ordering, contact the Clifton building or planning office and your HOA to confirm permit needs and material/appearance rules.

Fill dirt alone is not a durable finished driveway surface; as a subbase it can last many years if well compacted and covered with rock, gravel, or pavement. If used as a surface, expect settling, rutting, and erosion—you may need regrading or topping off every 1 to 3 years depending on traffic and storms. For low-maintenance driveways, compact the fill, add a geotextile or base, then finish with crushed stone or pavement on top.

Yes — Hello Gravel connects you with local suppliers and haulers serving Clifton and West Texas; minimum orders typically start at 3 tons and delivery is by contracted dump trucks. Standard delivery is 2+ business days, with a next-day option for orders placed before noon CST (additional fee may apply). Drivers may be able to do tailgate spreading at their discretion; include delivery instructions and access notes at checkout to help the driver place material where you want it.

Clear the delivery and placement area of vehicles, yard furniture, and debris and mark out the exact area and desired grades with stakes or string lines. Call 811 or Texas811 to have underground utilities located, and confirm drive access, overhead clearance, and any weight limits for driveways or bridges. If you want spreading or grading, request it at checkout and be on-site or reachable to direct the driver and operator.