Fill Dirt in Hickory Creek, TX

Delivered fill dirt in Hickory Creek (Denton County, West Texas) commonly ranges from about $10 to $30 per ton or roughly $14 to $40 per cubic yard, depending on moisture, fines, and distance from the pit. Prices vary by supplier, seasonal demand, and delivery distance; get a firm quote on checkout or by contacting our team for a local supplier estimate.

Hello Gravel’s minimum online order is 3 tons, which applies in most Hickory Creek deliveries; some local suppliers or haulers may require larger minimums for long hauls. We connect you with trusted Denton County suppliers and can confirm any supplier minimums or volume discounts when you request a quote.

Deliveries are typically made with tri-axle dump trucks that need clear access and room to dump (roughly a 12-foot-wide approach and reasonable turnaround). Tell us about low-hanging wires, steep driveways, or narrow gates in the Order Notes so we can match a truck and driver who can safely deliver; drivers will assess tailgate spreading only at arrival.

Measure the area (length x width) and the desired height in feet to get cubic feet, then divide by 27 to convert to cubic yards. Multiply cubic yards by an estimated weight of 1.3 to 1.5 tons per cubic yard to get tons (example: raising a 10x20 area by 6 inches = 100 ft3 = 3.7 yd3, roughly 4.8 to 5.6 tons). For tighter estimates, use our online calculator or ask suppliers for local bulk density numbers.

For yard leveling, a screened fill dirt with some fines compacts well and provides a stable base for topsoil and turf. For driveways, fill dirt alone is not ideal as a finished surface; use fill dirt only as subgrade and top it with crusher run or 3/4u0022 crushed stone for load-bearing and drainage. Ask for u0022clean fillu0022 (no organics) when using it under pavements or slabs.

Expect substantial settlement; contractors commonly compact fill dirt to a high density using plate compactors for shallow lifts and vibratory rollers for deeper or larger fills. Typical practice is to place fill in 4-6 inch lifts and compact each lift, which reduces future settling and is achievable with rental plate compactors for small jobs or hired rollers for larger projects.

Hot, dry summers cause soils to shrink and crack while sporadic heavy rains can cause erosion and washouts if material is not properly compacted and graded. Good drainage, proper compaction, and a finished surface (grass, gravel, or pavement) help reduce erosion and long-term settlement in this climate.

Regulations vary by Denton County, Hickory Creek municipal code, and individual HOAs; some HOAs require approval for visible grading, new driveways, or changes to drainage. Check local ordinances and your HOA guidelines before ordering, and contact our team if you need documentation for permitting or delivery access.

Fill dirt compacts well and makes good structural backfill but holds more water and has poorer surface drainage than crusher run. Sand drains faster but lacks cohesion for structural fill, while topsoil has organics and is for growing plants, not structural support. For driveways and load-bearing bases, crusher run or compacted crushed stone is preferred; use fill dirt as subgrade beneath those layers.

Standard delivery is usually scheduled in 2+ business days at no extra fee in many areas, with next-day delivery available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee. Some deliveries in the Hickory Creek area may have no delivery charge; others include a short haul fee depending on supplier location—your checkout quote will show any fees and the expected delivery window.

If used properly as subgrade and covered with the correct surface (crusher run plus top layer or pavement), maintenance is minimal and the assembly can last many years with occasional regrading. If fill dirt is used as a finished surface, expect annual to biannual patching and regrading after heavy rains and seasonal settling; inspect after big storms and add material where low spots form.