Fill Dirt in Duval County, TX

Delivered prices for fill-dirt in Duval County typically vary by source and haul distance; expect a rough range of $10 to $30 per ton (or about $15 to $45 per cubic yard) for plain fill-dirt. Final cost depends on truck size, road access, whether the material is screened or clean, and seasonal demand. Use Hello Gravel to get local quotes so you see exact pricing for your zip code and job size.

You can source screened or compactable fill-dirt from local dirt suppliers, landscaping yards, or small earthwork contractors around Duval County, and Hello Gravel connects you with those local vendors. When ordering, ask specifically for "screened" or "engineered fill" if you need material free of large debris and suitable for compaction. If you need help, Hello Gravel’s team can match you to suppliers who offer screened fill and confirm delivery options.

Use this quick rule: one cubic yard covers 324 square feet at 1 inch depth. If your fill-dirt hauls about 1.2 to 1.5 tons per cubic yard when compacted, that works out to roughly 0.0037 to 0.0046 tons per square foot per inch. For example, a 1,000 sq ft area raised 6 inches needs about 18.5 cubic yards (1000*6/324) or roughly 22 to 28 tons depending on density and compaction.

Fill-dirt is often used to raise grade and fill low spots in Duval County, but it is not usually the ideal wearing surface for driveways or final shed pads because local clay can hold moisture and shift. For driveways and high-traffic areas, contractors typically place structural base materials (crusher-run or limestone base) over compacted fill. For shed pads or building footings, use engineered fill with proper compaction and a clean base layer and check local code or an engineer for structural work.

Local contractors commonly compact fill-dirt in thin lifts (4 to 6 inches) and aim for a target compaction of about 90 to 95 percent of Standard Proctor for structural or load-bearing areas. They will control moisture during placement, compact each lift with a plate compactor or roller, and perform a final grade and proof-roll. Always confirm required compaction specs with your project engineer or Duval County permitting office for structural or permitted work.

Fill-dirt is generally cheaper and fine for raising grades or filling low spots, but it lacks the load-bearing and drainage properties of roadbase, crusher-run, or crushed limestone. Roadbase and crusher-run are more durable under traffic, shed water better, and require less maintenance for driveways and ranch roads, though they cost more per ton. For long-term, traffic-bearing surfaces in Duval County, contractors usually recommend a compacted base material on top of any fill-dirt.

You may need soil tests or engineered fill documentation for foundations, large pads, or septic work in Duval County, as local building departments often require compaction testing or a soils report for structural or permitted installations. Septic systems also have county and state rules that may mandate site evaluations. Check with the Duval County permitting office or your engineer before placing large quantities to confirm requirements and avoid rework.

Contractor charges vary by access, job size, and equipment needed; small residential jobs often fall in the range of several hundred to a few thousand dollars total. For unit pricing, expect spreading and compacting labor and equipment to run roughly $30 to $80 per cubic yard on many jobs, or contractors may quote a day rate for an operator and machine ($500 to $1,500+ per day). Get multiple local quotes and ask contractors to include mobilization, grading, and compaction testing if required.

Measure your area, calculate cubic yards using the 324 rule (1 yd3 covers 324 sq ft at 1 inch), and then add 5 to 10 percent extra for compaction and settling. Specify screened or compactable fill if needed, note site access and overhead/turning restrictions in order notes, schedule delivery for dry conditions when possible, and ask the driver or contractor about lift heights and compaction methods. Use Hello Gravel to compare local suppliers, confirm delivery details, and get help with quantity and material recommendations.