Fill Dirt in Combine, TX

Prices vary with supplier, distance, and quantity, but in the Combine area delivered fill dirt commonly ranges from about $10 to $30 per cubic yard (roughly $8 to $25 per ton depending on soil density). Larger orders and shorter hauls drive the lower end of that range; exact pricing is available through Hello Gravel by entering your zip code or requesting a quote.

Hello Gravel connects you with local West Texas suppliers and contracted truck haulers who service Combine. Standard delivery requires 2+ business days; next-day delivery is sometimes available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee—availability depends on supplier and route.

For structural work, ask suppliers for ‘clean fill’ with minimal organics and for compaction in lifts: place in 4-8 inch lifts and compact each lift to about 90-95% of standard Proctor if a lab spec exists. For driveways, consider using a structural fill or adding a 4-6 inch crushed stone base on top of compacted fill; plain loose fill dirt without compaction or testing is not recommended for load-bearing areas.

Combine’s hot, dry spells and occasional heavy rains can make fill dirt prone to shrink-swell, cracking, and uneven settling if not properly compacted and drained. Good compaction, moisture conditioning during placement, and site drainage are key to minimizing post-delivery settlement and erosion after heavy storms.

To raise 1,000 sq ft by 2 inches you need about 6.2 cubic yards; by 6 inches you need about 18.5 cubic yards. Using a common conversion of about 1.3 tons per cubic yard, that equals roughly 8 tons at 2 inches and about 24 tons at 6 inches—confirm exact conversion with your supplier for local soil density.

Most small residential deliveries do not require a permit, but larger fills, changes to drainage, or work in regulated areas (floodplains, wetlands, or near rights-of-way) can require county or city permits. Check with Combine city hall or Kaufman County planning, and consult Hello Gravel if you need guidance before ordering.

Contractor pricing varies by job size and equipment access; many contractors charge either a mobilization fee plus $50-$150 per hour for machinery, or $1.50-$5.00 per cubic yard for grading and compaction on small-to-medium jobs. For accurate pricing, get on-site quotes and verify scope (lift thickness, target compaction, moisture conditioning, and final grading).

Fill dirt is usually cheaper up front but is not designed as a structural base and will settle more, requiring frequent maintenance. An engineered base or road base (crushed stone with compaction) costs more initially but provides much better load-bearing performance and longevity for driveways—choose engineered base for driveways expecting regular vehicle traffic.

A driveway made only of fill dirt will likely need regular regrading, filling low spots, and dust control; lifespan ranges from months to a few years depending on traffic and rainfall. Adding a gravel surface or converting to a compacted engineered base greatly reduces maintenance and increases usable life.

Yes, West Texas fills often include clay-rich soils and occasionally topsoil with organics, both of which reduce stability and increase future settlement if used as structural fill. When ordering for construction, ask suppliers for ‘clean, non-organic structural fill’ or request material samples and a description of content to avoid unsuitable fills.